Abstract
In order to forecast and make provisions for future demand of motorcycle in Akure, there is a need to understand factors driving motorcycle ownership, therefore, this study examines factors which affect motorcycle ownership in Akure metropolis. Three different zones namely, Low Density (LD), Medium Density (MD) and High Density (HD) were considered,, both close-ended and open-ended questionnaire were administered to 900 households representing 75% of the total population. Using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 16 data were analyzed and binomial logistic regression analysis was used in developing a model which showed that only academic qualification of household head, number of household members and average monthly income of household significantly influences motorcycle ownership across the zones at the 95% confidence level. Both average monthly income of household and academic qualification of household head had a negative influence on motorcycle ownership whereas number of household members had a positive relationship with motorcycle ownership. The results shows that there is a 1.43 times likelihood of owning a motorcycle with a unit increase in the number of household members, while there is a reduction in the likelihood of owning a motorcycle by 1.66 times and 2.17 times for a unit increase in the average monthly income and academic qualification of household head respectively. The results obtained can be used in developing policy framework to improve public transport and control motorcycle ownership in the city of Akure.
Highlights
Transportation is a process that involves the movement of commuters, goods and services from a given point of origin to a specific destination (Okoko, 2006), it determines the regional patterns of development, economic viability, environmental impacts and maintenance of socially acceptable levels of quality of life
Motorcycle ownership was studied at household level using house to house Questionnaire survey and Binomial Logistic Regression Model to analyse the data and determine the effect of the various factors on Households decision to own or not to own a motorcycle in the study area
The model analyses shows that only academic qualification of household head, number of household members and average monthly income of household significantly influences motorcycle ownership across the zones
Summary
Transportation is a process that involves the movement of commuters, goods and services from a given point of origin to a specific destination (Okoko, 2006), it determines the regional patterns of development, economic viability, environmental impacts and maintenance of socially acceptable levels of quality of life. In developing cities of the developing world, enhanced mobility for the poor and vulnerable groups is one of the most important preconditions for achieving Millennium Development Goals In cities such as China, Thailand, Malaysia, Ghana, and Nigeria, motorcycles play a significant role in the daily travel pattern of the people. People use motorcycles for either short or long distance trips over many trip purposes including work, shopping, leisure, and education This is as a result of poor services of the existing public transport and motorcycle is more practical to cope with traffic congestion and more efficient compared to either private cars or public transport (Tuan and Shimizu, 2005). Passenger cars and motorcycles falls among the dominant mode of transportation This high number of motorcycle ownership, motorcycle accidents as well as traffic problems posed by its use indicates the need for this study. Olugbenga Joseph Oyedepo*, Japheth Etu (2015). 9(4), 40-44, Oct
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