Technological Innovations and Effective University Administration in Ekiti State Universities

Catherine U Osuji; Anike Olufunke Arannilewa

doi:10.59890/ijarss.v3i11.143

Authors

Catherine U Osuji Rivers State University
Anike Olufunke Arannilewa Rivers State University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijarss.v3i11.143

Keywords:

Technological Innovations, Effective, University Administration

Abstract

This study examined the influence of technological innovations—artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and cloud computing—on effective university administration in Ekiti State, Nigeria. A descriptive correlational research design was adopted. The population consisted of administrative staff from Ekiti State University (EKSU) and Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI), from which 336 respondents were selected using stratified and simple random sampling techniques. A structured instrument titled Technological Innovation and University Administration Questionnaire (TIUAQ) was used for data collection. The instrument was validated by experts and demonstrated satisfactory reliability, with a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.75. Data were analyzed using mean scores for the research questions and simple linear regression for the hypotheses at the 0.05 significance level. Findings revealed that artificial intelligence (R = .603), blockchain technology (R = .499), and cloud computing (R = .522) each had a significant positive relationship with effective university administration. These results indicate that technological innovations play a crucial role in improving administrative efficiency, record management, transparency, and service delivery within universities. The study recommends that university management invest in modern technological infrastructure, provide continuous ICT training for administrative staff, and establish clear policies that support sustainable digital transformation.

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