THE IMPACT OF ROAD CONNECTIVITY AND MAINTENANCE ON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL AREAS: A CASE STUDY OF PANDA DEVELOPMENT AREA, NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Dandoka Ozock, Akala Jonah, ERHUOTOR EJIRO EFE
β Corresponding author: dandokapozock8@gmail.com
Abstract
This study investigated the impact of road connectivity and maintenance on educational development in Panda Development Area, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. The aim was to assess how road infrastructure influences student enrolment, retention, teacher mobility, attendance, and the delivery of educational resources. The study adopted a descriptive survey methodology, utilizing a structured questionnaire validated by experts and administered to a sample of 450 respondents, including students and teachers. The theoretical framework of the study drew on the Theory of Transportation and Economic Development and Human Capital Theory. The findings revealed that improved road connectivity significantly facilitated student enrolment and retention, enhanced teacher punctuality, and increased studentsβ regular attendance and participation in school activities. Additionally, proper road maintenance was shown to ensure timely delivery of teachers and educational materials. The study concluded that road infrastructure plays a crucial role in improving educational outcomes in rural areas. Therefore, the study recommended prioritizing investments in rural road networks, maintaining existing infrastructure, and integrating these efforts with educational reforms and socio-economic development initiatives to maximize the benefits of improved road connectivity for educational advancement.
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Ozock, D., Jonah, A., & EJIRO EFE, E. (2025). The IMPACT OF ROAD CONNECTIVITY AND MAINTENANCE ON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL AREAS: A CASE STUDY OF PANDA DEVELOPMENT AREA, NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA. International Journal of Educational Research, Innovation and Multidisciplinary Development (IJERIMD), 52 - 64.
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