Intensive Survey on the use of Road Traffic Signs and Observance of Traffic Rules and Regulations by Commercial Motorists in Jimeta and Yola Metropolitan, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Abstract

The study surveyed the use of road traffic signs and observance of
traffic rules and regulations by commercial motorists in Jimeta and
Yola metropolitan, Adamawa State, Nigeria. Three (3) research
questions were raised to guide the study. Five hundred and twenty
seven (527) drivers form the population of the study. Random
sampling technique was used, where 10% of the entire population
was taken which gave a sample population of 53. Structured
questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. The
questionnaire comprised of three (3) sections and eighteen (18)
items. Data collected from the respondents were analyzed by
computing frequency, mean, and standard deviation of the responses.
The analysis showed that the road traffic rules and signs have been
effective as safety components in prevention of avoidable accidents.
It also reveals that most of the road accident occurring within Jimeta
and Yola metropolitan are mainly as a result of human error
(ignorance, non-compliance with traffic rules such as over speeding,
reckless driving, overloading etc.). However, recommendations were
proffered on how to educate and encourage the commercial drivers
on the use of road traffic signs, following traffic rules willingly and
to have a good relationship with the road traffic agencies.