Information And Communication Technology (Ict) And Labour Leaders’ Job Performance In The Civil Service Of Oyo State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study examined the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on labour leaders’ job performance in Oyo State, Nigeria. The study utilized descriptive survey research design and purposive sampling technique to select 100 respondents. Two hypotheses were formulated and tested using correlation, ANOVA and regression analysis at 0.05 significance level. Questionnaire was validated using Cronbach alpha (score = 0.87). The results indicated significant impact of ICT on communication skills and strategies of labour leaders (β = 0.249, p <0.003). In addition, there was significant relationship between incorporating ICT into labour leadership development, training and best practices. The study therefore recommended that labour leaders should encourage growth mindset among their ranks which can engender them to cope with the challenges and opportunities brought upon by ICT adoption.