Contribution of ICT sector to economic diversification and sustainable growth in Nigeria

Agu, Bartram Onyebuchi and Nwankwo, S.N.P (2020) Contribution of ICT sector to economic diversification and sustainable growth in Nigeria. Journal of African Business and Management Studies, 1 (1). pp. 55-67. ISSN 1597-4488

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Abstract

This study appraised the contributions of Information and Communication Technology (lCT) sector to Economic Diversification and sustainable growth in Nige- ria. The specific objectives are to (i) ascertain the effect of Microsoft office skills on economic diversification and sustainable growth in Nigeria, (ii) determine the impact of Quickfiooks skills on economic diversification and sustainable growth, (iii) examine the relationship between Social Media skill and economic diversification and sustainable growth and (iv) evaluate the effect of Graphic Design Skills on economic diversification and sustainable growth in Nigeria. A descriptive survey research method was adopted. Stratified random sampling method was used to select the respondents. The respondent's level of agreement was measured using five (5) point Likert-type rating scale. Multiple regression models were employed to analyze the relationship between dependent and independent variables in the study. The study reveals that the increasing global phenome- non and awareness on lCT sector opportunities will enhance the acquisition of necessary skills to diversify the Nigerian economy and sustainable growth. The study recommends, among others, that stakeholders in the ICT sector should en-sure provision and maintenance of infrastructural facilities necessary for l CF sector development, such as the reliable supply of electricity, telecommunications network and transport. Government of the day should develop the political will to diversify the Nigerian economy, via the leT sector.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Depositing User: mrs chioma hannah
Date Deposited: 09 Feb 2021 13:59
Last Modified: 09 Feb 2021 13:59
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/2967

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