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Digital Natives in Action: Exploring the Prevalence and Usage of Digital Tools among Adolescents

Tolulope Kolade Adeyele and Victoria Olubola Adeyele
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Tolulope Kolade Adeyele: Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti
Victoria Olubola Adeyele: Department of Counselling Psychology, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 4, 5965-5976

Abstract: This study explores the prevalence and usage patterns of digital tools among adolescents in secondary schools across rural and urban areas of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Using a quantitative survey design, data were collected from 415 adolescents through a structured, self-administered questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze demographic characteristics, types of digital tools used, and frequency and purpose of use, while inferential statistics, including independent t-tests were applied to examine differences between rural and urban respondents. The findings reveal that smartphones are the most widely used digital tool, highlighting their central role in adolescent digital life. While there was no significant difference in frequency of use between urban and rural adolescents, urban adolescents were found to use digital tools for a broader range of purposes, suggesting contextual differences in digital engagement. This study brings a novel, context-specific perspective to digital tool usage among Nigerian adolescents and contributes to knowledge by addressing the digital divide in both access and application. It provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders promoting digital inclusion and literacy.

Date: 2025
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