ASSESSING THE EFFECT OF CYBERPRENEURSHIP ON YOUTH SELF-RELIANCE

Abstract

This work examined the relationship between Cyberpreneurship and Self-Reliance of Youths in Rivers State. The study concluded that that cyberpreneurship enhances self-reliance of youths at all level in Rivers State. Devoted engagement of youths in cyberpreneurial activities such as online application services, internet-mediated marketing, and online registration services brings about corresponding improvements in their self-reliance. It is therefore advised that youths should take seriously, amongst other things, their engagement in cyberpreneurial activities so as to be financially dependent to a great extent. Amidst other things, the study recommended that youths and other individuals should equip themselves with trending requisite skills that enhance the utilization of the internet in marketing of products and services.