Analysis of Rail Technological Innovations on Commuters? Comfortability along Lagos-Ibadan Train Corridor, Nigeria

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@article{1707086,
      author = {Okegbola Muhammed Alade, Ayantoyinbo B. B.},
      title = {Analysis of Rail Technological Innovations on Commuters? Comfortability along Lagos-Ibadan Train Corridor, Nigeria},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {8},
      pages = {251-258},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1707086.pdf},
      abstract = {Technological advancements in rail operations are setting new standards for user engagement, demonstrating the transformative potential of modern rail systems. This study explores the influence of rail transport advancements on passenger comfortability along the Lagos-Ibadan Train corridor. The study employed survey research design with the use of structured questionnaire over the final quarter of 2024. According to the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) Annual Statistical Report (2024), the total estimated ridership for this period was 2,690,730 commuters, with a daily average of 29,897 commuters using purposive and incidental sampling techniques to select a sample size of 353 respondents. Inferential statistic of multiple regression analysis was applied to analyze the data. Findings from the result of multiple regression analysis on the impact of rail technological innovations on commuters? comfortability showed that five (5) out of seven (7) explanatory variables were statistically significant in explaining the variation of commuters? comfortability. These variables are automated ticketing systems (? = .344, p < .001), advanced climate control systems (? = 10.681, p < .005), advanced safety features (? = .134, p < .000), passenger information display system (? = -.563, p < .000) and ergonomic seating (? = .194, p < .003). The study concludes that rail technological innovations improved commuter?s comfortability along the Lagos-Ibadan route. It was recommended that Government should continue investing in technology to enhance comfort and accessibility.},
      keywords = {Rail, Technological Innovations, Commuters comfortability, Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Lagos-Ibadan route},
      month = {February},
  }