Problems and Prospects of Developing Inland Water Transportation in Nigeria: The Case of Calabar River
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 7
Abstract
This study is aimed at assessing the problems and prospects of developing inland water transportation in Nigeria with Calabar River as a case study. The development of Calabar River as one of the inland water transportation system in Nigeria has been faced with many challenges. They include: lack of infrastructural development, poor funding, lack of dredging and poor maintenance. The study adopted the survey research design, stratified sampling technique was used in selecting the sampled population of the study. Data for the study were sourced through secondary and primary sources (eg. Questionnaire administration, oral interview and personal observation. A total number of four hundred (400) questionnaires were administered in the study area and 350 were retrieved. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was adopted in the test of hypothesis which produced the following result (r = -1.15; tc = -1.51;tt = 2.78 at 00.05 sig level & d/f 4).The findings revealed that there was no significant relationship between the provision of inland transportation facilities/services and level of socio-economic development and in the study area. The study also revealed that the development of the water transportation system in the area could have positive impact on trade and commerce, job creation, revenue generation, provide tourism etc. Finally, government policies should be made to focus on the proper development and maintenance of inland water ways in the area.There was also need for private sector or community involvement in fostering development, maintenance and sustainability of inland water transportation in the region.
Authors and Affiliations
Tpl. Sunday I. Bassey PhD. , Mr. Matthew Ekpenyong Nsa
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