Abstract
This paper explores the feminisation of library and information resources utilization in Nigeria,
highlighting how socio-economic, cultural, and institutional dynamics disproportionately affect
women's access to and use of digital information technologies. Drawing on a critical review of
recent literature and policy documents, the study adopts a qualitative analytical approach to
examine how factors such as digital literacy, income inequality, traditional gender norms, and
infrastructural deficits create barriers for women in accessing information resources. The study
reveals that, despite various national and global initiatives aimed at promoting digital inclusion,
Nigerian women especially those in rural and low-income settings continue to face systemic
limitations that hinder their participation in the digital information ecosystem. The findings
underscore the potential of digital access to enhance gender equality, economic empowerment,
health outcomes, and educational opportunities for women. However, persistent challenges such
as affordability, limited digital skills, cultural resistance, and underdeveloped infrastructure
remain significant obstacles. The paper concludes with policy-driven recommendations to bridge
the digital gender divide and foster a more inclusive and equitable information society in
Nigeria.
Keywords: Feminisation, digital inclusion, library and information resources, gender inequality,
Nigeria, ICT access, women empowerment
Publication Date: 2025-05-01