Comparative Analysis of ICT Utilization Among Women in Academics at the University of Benin and Adekunle Ajasin University

This study examines and compares the level of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) utilization among women in academics at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) and Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA). The study investigates the extent to which female academic staff employ ICT tools for teaching, research, and communication purposes, and how institutional context influences this usage. Using a structured questionnaire administered to a sample of 180 respondents, the study adopted a descriptive survey design and employed inferential statistics to assess differences in ICT engagement between the two universities. Results indicate significant disparities in access, frequency of use, and perceived productivity outcomes, with women in UNIBEN demonstrating higher engagement in research-oriented ICT tasks. The findings suggest the need for institutional reforms to address gender-sensitive ICT policies and infrastructural improvements to promote inclusivity.

ICT utilization, women in academics, digital divide

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