Impact of Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) on the Development of Small-Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
Impact of Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) on the Development of Small-Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
Author(s): Ugowe Samson Omoruyi, Yusuff Taofiq Olasunkanmi, Tosin Femi Gandonu, Babatunde John Oladejo, Opeoluwa Olumakinwa Adebayo, Sharafadeen Ashafe Nurein, Bioluwatife Oluwaferanmi OkeSubject(s): National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Public Finances, ICT Information and Communications Technologies, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Altezoro, s. r. o. & Dialog
Keywords: GSM Technology; Small-Scale Enterprises (SSEs); Economic Development; Mobile Communication; Entrepreneurship; Nigeria
Summary/Abstract: This study investigates the impact of the Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) on the development of small-scale enterprises (SSEs) in Nigeria. Data were collected from 40 payphone centre owners in Apapa using questionnaires. Results showed that 80% of respondents agreed that GSM improved the standard of Nigerian SSEs, while 65% disagreed that GSM impacts only the Nigerian economy, not small-scale entrepreneurs. 72.5% strongly agreed that GSM created job opportunities and helped reduce unemployment, and 57.5% strongly agreed it aids in crime reduction. However, 70% cited high tariffs as a major barrier. The results highlight GSM's transformative impact on SSEs while emphasizing the need for a unified tariff structure to maximize its potential.
Journal: Traektoriâ Nauki
- Issue Year: 11/2025
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 1-25
- Page Count: 25
- Language: English
