Analysis of Pedestrian Bridge User Behaviour: A Case Study of Minna City Center

Pedestrian bridges represent highway super-structural elements designed to facilitate safe crossing for pedestrians. Findings from several previous studies have indicated drastic non-compliance in their usage. This study provides insight into reasons for non-compliance by target users. A total of 385 questionnaires based on purposive sampling was distributed to elicit response among pedestrians concerning pedestrian bridge usage. All seven (7) bridges located within Minna were studied and data were obtained and analyzed using descriptive statistics and (inferential) non-parametric testing method. Findings suggested the absence of roadway barrier enforcement as the major reason for non-compliance. Other reasons included negligence, poor siting, and poor bridge infrastructural conditions. Mann-Witney U’s analysis was conclusive (P = 0.494 > 0.05) in inferring that there was no significant difference between compliance levels for both male and female pedestrians. The analysis suggests more drastic measures including regular periodic maintenance, user-friendly designs, and roadway barricades to enforce compliance.