Professor Urges Sustainable Asphalt Roads to Boost Nigerian Economy
Professor Moses Ogundipe calls for sustainable asphalt roads to boost Nigeria's economy and protect the environment.
In Brief
- •Professor Moses Ogundipe calls for sustainable asphalt roads to boost Nigeria's economy and protect the environment.
- •Ogundipe recommends using locally sourced materials like groundnut husk and coconut shell to stabilize soil for road construction.
- •He advocates for the exploration and refining of Nigeria's natural bitumen resources to reduce road construction costs.
- •Ogundipe suggests integrating Life Cycle Costing and Life Cycle Assessment into public procurement processes.
- •The professor emphasized the need for a thorough review of sustainable materials for road and bridge construction.
Why It Matters
Ogundipe's recommendations aim to address the challenges of road infrastructure in Nigeria, which often suffer from poor durability and high costs. By promoting sustainable materials and leveraging natural resources, the professor hopes to improve infrastructure quality, reduce environmental impact, and stimulate economic growth. This could lead to better connectivity, reduced transportation costs, and increased economic activity.
Key Details
- Estimated Natural Bitumen Deposits
- 42 billion barrels
- Sustainable Materials
- Groundnut husk, coconut shell, palm kernel shell, snail shell, bamboo leaf ashes
- Hydraulic Binders
- Cement and lime
- Additional Sustainable Materials
- Glass waste, polyethene terephthalate, hospital waste, steel slag, crumb rubber, ceramic tiles, lime
Context & Background
Nigeria has faced challenges with road infrastructure, including poor durability and high costs. The country's natural bitumen deposits, estimated at 42 billion barrels, remain largely unexplored.
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