EVALUATING ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR ICT INTEGRATION IN NIGERIAN SCHOOLS: A SURVEY-BASED ANALYSIS OF POLICY, LEADERSHIP, AND RESOURCE ALLOCATION

Abstract

With a focus on three main areas, this study examined the level of administrative support for information and communication technology (ICT) integration in Nigerian schools. Even though ICT infrastructure is becoming more prevalent in educational institutions, integration initiatives frequently fail because of inadequate administrative frameworks. Teachers and administrators in selected schools were given a standardised seven-item questionnaire as part of a descriptive survey design. The findings showed a mixed degree of support. Although the majority of respondents agreed that there are ICT policies and leadership commitment, there are still significant shortfalls in areas like professional development, finance, incentives for ICT use, and ICT coordinator visibility. The absence of strategic motivation methods, restricted training access, and budgetary restrictions were found to be the main obstacles. The results highlight the need for better leadership skills, focused resource planning, and greater policy communication. To ensure fair access and to optimise the educational benefits of ICT, especially in rural and under-resourced areas, it is imperative to strengthen these administrative aspects.