The A5 highway is a major highway in Nigeria. It connects the cities of Lagos, Abeokuta, and Ibadan in an eastward direction.[1]
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| East end |  A1 – Lagos | |||
 A2 – Abeokuta | ||||
| East end | A1 – Ibadan | |||
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| Country | Nigeria | |||
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Route description edit
The A5 highway begins in the city of Lagos, which is one of the largest and most populous cities in Africa.[2]
The highway then passes through Abeokuta, known for its rock formations and cultural heritage.[3]
Continuing eastward, the A5 highway reaches its terminus in the city of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.[4]
Major junctions edit
The A5 highway intersects with several other important roadways, including the A1 highway, providing alternate routes.
Major junctions on the A5 highway include:
Cities edit
The A5 highway serves the following cities:
The A5 highway enhances connectivity within these cities and regions.
References edit
- ^ "New West African highway planned". World Highways. Retrieved 2023-09-02.
- ^ Onakomaiya, S. O. (1980). Highway Development in Nigeria: A Review of Policies and Programmes, 1900-1980. Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research.
- ^ Who's who in Nigeria. Newswatch. 1990. ISBN 978-978-2704-12-2.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2020-10-06). "Economic impacts of on-going road projects". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-09-02.