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RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND INCLUSION, A PANACEA TO URBAN CONGESTION IN SOUTH WEST NIGERIA.

Oluwatoyin O. AYITI

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This study investigates the potential of rural development and inclusion as a strategy to alleviate urban congestion in South West Nigeria. Rapid population growth and substantial rural-urban migration have heightened congestion, straining urban infrastructure and diminishing overall quality of life. The research uncovers that targeted rural development initiatives can yield positive impacts, including job creation, improved living options, enhanced transportation networks, decentralization of economic activities, tourism development, and efficient resource distribution. The study concludes with a set of recommendations aimed at policymakers and urban planners to promote sustainable urban-rural integration, ultimately fostering a more balanced and equitable society.


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