A8 highway (Nigeria)

Coordinates: 9°23′17″N 12°10′08″E / 9.388041°N 12.168931°E / 9.388041; 12.168931
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A8 marker

Trunk Road A8
Route information
Length100 km (62 mi)
Major junctions
West end end A4 – Numan, Nigeria
Major intersections A4 – Numan, Nigeria
A13 – Yola Airport
East end endA13 – Jimeta, Yola Airport
Location
CountryNigeria
Major cities
Highway system
A7 A9

The A8 highway is a roadway in Adamawa State, Nigeria. It spans approximately 100 kilometers, running from west to east. This highway connects two towns located to the south of the Benue River: Numan and Jimeta.[1]

Route[edit]

The A8 highway begins at the junction with the A4 highway in Numan, a town in Adamawa State. From there, it extends eastward.[2]

The road's eastern endpoint is at Yola Airport, outside the city of Jimeta. Here, it intersects with the A13 highway, facilitating connections for regional and national travel.[3]

Major junctions[edit]

The A8 highway features several significant junctions along its route, including the junction with the A4 highway in Numan and the junction with the A13 highway near Yola Junction. These intersections play a role in connecting various towns and regions within Adamawa State.[4]

Cities served[edit]

The A8 highway serves the following cities and towns:

  • Numan: Located in the western part of Adamawa State, Numan marks the western starting point of the A8 highway.
  • Jimeta: Situated at the eastern terminus of the A8, Jimeta serves as a transportation hub with connections to Yola Airport and beyond.

The A8 highway enhances transportation and connectivity within Adamawa State, contributing to regional accessibility.

9°23′17″N 12°10′08″E / 9.388041°N 12.168931°E / 9.388041; 12.168931

References[edit]

  1. ^ "FEDERAL MINISTRY OF WORKS & HOUSING". worksandhousing.gov.ng. Retrieved 2023-09-04.
  2. ^ "FEDERAL HIGHWAYS DECREE 1971 : (1971 No.4)" (PDF). Gazette Africa. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
  3. ^ Odeleye, Joshua Adetunji (2000-01-01). "TOWARDS FINANCING AND PLANNING ROAD SAFETY AUDIT OPERATIONS IN NIGERIA". IATSS Research. 24 (2): 85–96. doi:10.1016/S0386-1112(14)60032-7. ISSN 0386-1112.
  4. ^ "Press Releases". African Development Bank Group - Making a Difference. Retrieved 2023-09-04.