Comparisons
Niger vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Nigeria: Katsina and Bauchi
Niger in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Niger followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Niger, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Madalla, Minna and Bida. Out of the three cities, Minna and Bida do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Minna peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Bida peaked in 1991-2005.
Niger in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Niger is Madalla with an SNDi of 4.74, which is sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Mokwa with an SNDi of 1.98, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Mokwa, Madalla
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Niger rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Niger, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Madalla, Minna and Bida. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Niger follow the same region trend.