Emerging Challenges, Potentials And Realities Of Information Communication Technologies In The 21st Century In Nigeria.·

Abstract

This article focuses on the critical roles of information communication technologies (ICTs) couple with its potentials and emerging challenges in fundamental development of individuals, institutions and government in developing and developed countries. The paper examines various developmental projects that had been carried out in most essentials area that affect the life of people; from rural communities to urban cities, and across the border lines of most countries. Thus, it brought about the potentials and essentials of lCTs to people, and subsequently some of the challenges. The paper adopted desk study method of research; by using extensive literature review to expose the extent in which lCTs has contributed to knowledge, information development and mankind. Gender related issues were not left out since women also made impact in the use of lCTs and the way it has contributed to their career development by belonging to various networking groups. Some of the negativities brought about by lCTs were mentioned and solutions were proffered.