Abstract
Food security remains a major challenge in many developing countries, particularly in
Nigeria, where agricultural production and food distribution are constrained by inadequate
infrastructure and persistent economic challenges. In Cross River State, a region endowed with
abundant agricultural resources, the quality of road transport infrastructure and the dynamics
of agricultural pricing significantly influence the availability, accessibility, and affordability
of food. This study examined the relationship between road transport, agricultural pricing, and
food security in Cross River State, with a focus on Odukpani and Akpabuyo Local Government
Areas. The specific objectives of the study were to examine the effect of road transport on
agricultural pricing and to assess the effect of road transport on food security in Cross River
State. A cross-sectional research design was adopted. The study population comprised farming
households in Odukpani and Akpabuyo Local Government Areas, from which a sample of 200
respondents was selected using a probability sampling technique. A total of 200 structured
questionnaires were administered, of which 195 were correctly completed, retrieved, and used
for the analysis. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression techniques were employed to
analyze the primary data. The findings of the logistic regression analysis revealed that road
transport and agricultural pricing have significant positive effects on food security in Cross
River State. The results further showed that road transport significantly influences agricultural
pricing by improving market accessibility and reducing transportation costs. Based on these
findings, the study recommends that the government should prioritize investment in rural road
infrastructure and integrate transport development with agricultural and food supply systems.
These measures are essential for improving market efficiency, stabilizing agricultural prices,
ensuring fair returns to farmers, and enhancing food security across Cross River State.