Kogi State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP)
Kogi State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP)
a. Physical improvement of Rural Access Infrastructure: rural roads (approx. 1,625km total; approx. 125km per state) and bridges/culverts of generally up to 15m clear span (approx. 1,040m; approx. 80mm per state);
b. Physical improvement of Agro-logistics Centers (approx. 65; approx. five number per state);
c. Consultancy and supervision support for the planning, design, implementation and supervision of rural transport infrastructure and agro-logistics centers.
a. Maintenance and spot improvement of rural roads: - Routine maintenance (approx. 9,100km/year; approx. 700km per state); - Backlog maintenance/rehabilitation (approx. 2,600km; approx. 200km per state); - Spot Improvement (approx. 5,850km; approx. 450km per state); - Performance-based Maintenance Contract Piloting (approx. 260km; approx. 20km per state).
b. Implementation of activities to enhance agro-logistics performance: - Implementation of farm/cooperative level post-harvest agro-logistics study recommendations; - Implementation of activities to support SMEs at the agro-logistics centers.
c. Consultancies, studies and supervision support: - Consultancies and studies to support sector reform activities; - Consultancies. studies and supervision (road maintenance and spot improvement); - Consultancies and studies (agro-logistics activities)
a. Goods purchase and supporting logistics and operating costs. b. Training and study tours.
c. Technical Assistance (TA).
d. Support activities linked to risk mitigation and resiliency (Table 6 provides details): - Support to GBV/SEA, Grievance Redressal and Citizen Participation; related risk mitigation activities; - Support to rural road safety activities; Support to rural road climate resiliency activities
NEWS
EMPOWERING RURAL COMMUNITIES THROUGH AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
Welcome to the Kogi State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP). Our mission is to enhance rural access and agricultural marketing in selected states, ensuring sustainable road networks. By providing transportation systems, we aim to uplift smallholding farmers and micro agro-processors, improving their livelihoods.
OUR IMPACTFUL PROJECTS
At RAAMP, we are dedicated to implementing projects that make a real difference. Our initiatives focus on improving rural access, enhancing agricultural marketing, and ensuring the sustainability of road networks in selected states.
Rural Access Enhancement
Enhancing Connectivity
Our project aims to enhance rural access by developing and maintaining road networks that connect rural areas to markets and essential services. By improving access, we facilitate economic growth and improve the quality of life for rural communities.
Agricultural Marketing
Boosting Market Access
We focus on enhancing agricultural marketing by creating efficient systems that link farmers and agro-processors to markets. By strengthening these connections, we help smallholders access better market opportunities, increasing their income and sustainability.
Sustainable Road Networks
Ensuring Longevity
RAAMP is committed to building and maintaining sustainable road networks that support rural access and agricultural activities. By ensuring longevity and resilience, we contribute to the overall development and prosperity of rural areas.