1 Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Wuse Zone 3 FCT-Abuja, Nigeria.
2 Department of Political Science, Lagos State University, Nigeria.
3 Department of Mass Communication, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria.
4 Department of Economics, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(02), 1864-1876
Received on 08 October 2024; revised on 16 November 2024; accepted on 18 November 2024
Globally, digital literacy is emerging as a crucial tool for personal and societal development. In Nigeria, a nation grappling with various challenges, digital literacy offers a potential solution to empower women economically.
This study investigates the impact of digital literacy on the economic empowerment of women in Owerri Municipal. By analyzing data from a survey of 255 women, the research found that women with digital skills exhibit greater economic success compared to those without. Key findings include:
● Enhanced Economic Performance: Digitally literate women demonstrate improved performance in various economic activities.
● Increased Opportunities: Digital literacy opens doors to new opportunities, particularly in entrepreneurship and online businesses.
● Improved Financial Management: Digital tools facilitate better financial planning and decision making.
To maximize the potential of digital literacy, the following recommendations are proposed: ∙ Government Initiatives: The government should prioritize digital literacy programs for women, offering scholarships and incentives.
● Empowerment Opportunities: Women should actively seek opportunities to acquire digital skills and leverage them for economic advancement.
● Leadership Roles: Digitally literate women should be encouraged to assume leadership positions in both public and private sectors.
By investing in digital literacy, Nigeria can empower women, drive economic growth, and create a more equitable society
Digital Literacy; Women's Empowerment; Economic Empowerment; Owerri Municipal Council; Nigeria
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Nancy Ihechi Egbuka, Oluwatimileyin Deborah Dabo, Victoria Olayinka Akinyele and Olachi Deborah Azino. The impact of digital literacy on women’s economic empowerment: A study of Owerri municipal. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(2), 1864-1876. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.2.3508