Abstract
This work explores the pivotal role
ofinformation in drivingpositive transformation and empowerment within
disadvantaged communities in Nigeria. It delves into the conceptual overview of
information, transformation, empowerment and disadvantaged communities. It also
analyzed the crucial roles of information in fostering empowerment and the
consequences oflack of information provision for transformation and
empowerment. It equally assessed the potentialities of disadvantaged
communities visa-vis the benefits of transforming and empowering the
disadvantage communities in Nigeria. Furthermore, the work examined libraries'
involvement in the provision ofrelevant information to the disadvantage
communities in Nigeria and the challenges associated with provision
ofinformation to the disadvantage communities in Nigeria. The work concluded by
recommending strategies and initiatives aimed at bridging the information gap
and empowering disadvantaged communities, ultimatelyfostering inclusive
development and societal change.
Keywords: Information,
Transformation, Empowerment, Disadvantaged Communities
REUBEN, O (2025). Information For Transformation And Empowerment Of Disadvantaged Communities In Nigeria:- Ozioko Reuben E. Mouau.afribary.org: Retrieved Jul 31, 2025, from https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/information-for-transformation-and-empowerment-of-disadvantaged-communities-in-nigeria-ozioko-reuben-e-7-2
OZIOKO, REUBEN. "Information For Transformation And Empowerment Of Disadvantaged Communities In Nigeria:- Ozioko Reuben E" Mouau.afribary.org. Mouau.afribary.org, 29 Jul. 2025, https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/information-for-transformation-and-empowerment-of-disadvantaged-communities-in-nigeria-ozioko-reuben-e-7-2. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
OZIOKO, REUBEN. "Information For Transformation And Empowerment Of Disadvantaged Communities In Nigeria:- Ozioko Reuben E". Mouau.afribary.org, Mouau.afribary.org, 29 Jul. 2025. Web. 31 Jul. 2025. < https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/information-for-transformation-and-empowerment-of-disadvantaged-communities-in-nigeria-ozioko-reuben-e-7-2 >.
OZIOKO, REUBEN. "Information For Transformation And Empowerment Of Disadvantaged Communities In Nigeria:- Ozioko Reuben E" Mouau.afribary.org (2025). Accessed 31 Jul. 2025. https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/information-for-transformation-and-empowerment-of-disadvantaged-communities-in-nigeria-ozioko-reuben-e-7-2