F101 highway (Nigeria)
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| East end |  A1 – Ikorodu | |||
| A1 – Ikorodu
 A121 – Oso | ||||
| West end | A121 – Oso | |||
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| Country | Nigeria | |||
| Major cities | ||||
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F101 is a major east–west Federal highway in Nigeria. It connects various cities and regions within Lagos State.
Route description
[edit]The F101 highway begins at the eastern terminus in the city of Ikorodu, located along the Lagos Lagoon.[1] Ikorodu serves as a transportation center within Lagos State, providing access to the broader road network, including Trunk A1 Road.[2] From Ikorodu, the F101 extends eastward, passing through:
- Agbowa-Ikosi: The highway goes through the town of Agbowa-Ikosi, enhancing its accessibility and contributing to local development.
- Epe: Continuing eastward, the F101 reaches the city of Epe, improving connectivity and supporting local commerce.
- Sunmoge: The F101 route extends through Sunmoge, connecting it to neighboring regions and improving transportation infrastructure.
The highway terminates at the western endpoint near Oso, where it intersects with the A121 road, providing access to another road network and enhancing transportation connectivity in the region.
Major junctions
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The F101 highway intersects with several major roads and highways, facilitating travel within Lagos State.[3] Key junctions along the route include:
A1 – Ikorodu: This marks the highway's starting point, linking it to Trunk A1 Road and the broader road network.
F101 – Agbowa-Ikosi: Located in Agbowa-Ikosi, this junction improves connectivity within the town.- F101 – Epe, Nigeria: In Epe, the F101 intersects with this road, providing essential connectivity.
- F101 – Sunmoge: This junction in Sunmoge contributes to the area's transportation network.
A121 – Oso: At the western terminus, the F101 connects seamlessly with the A121 road, facilitating travel within the region.
Cities served
[edit]The F101 highway serves as a vital transportation artery for several cities and localities within Lagos State, supporting economic activity and regional development.[4] Notable cities along its route include:
- Ikorodu: Located at the eastern origin of the F101 highway, Ikorodu serves as a significant transportation hub within Lagos State.
- Agbowa-Ikosi: The highway passes through Agbowa-Ikosi, improving accessibility and fostering local economic growth.
- Epe: Epe is a major city along the F101 route, benefiting from enhanced connectivity and transportation infrastructure.
- Sunmoge: The F101 extends through Sunmoge, providing crucial links to neighboring areas and promoting regional transportation development.
- Oso: At the western terminus, Oso connects seamlessly to the A121 road, expanding travel options within the region.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Where Roads are the enemy" (PDF). www.sbmintel.com. 2017. p. 4. Retrieved September 2, 2023.
- ^ "Where roads are the enemy – A look at the state of Nigeria's roads". Nigeria's leading geopolitical intelligence platform. 12 October 2017. Retrieved 28 September 2023.
- ^ "Control of Advertisement (Federal Highways) Act". PLAC. Retrieved 28 September 2023.
- ^ Olojede, Olorunfemi A; Agbola, Samuel B; Samuel, Kayode J (2019). "Residents' assessment of local government road infrastructure delivery in Ile-Ife, Nigeria". Local Economy: The Journal of the Local Economy Policy Unit. 34 (4). SAGE Publications: 346–363. doi:10.1177/0269094219857044. ISSN 0269-0942.
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