ABSTRACT
Social networking, particularly on platforms like Facebook, has become a global phenomenon, reaching various corners of the world. This research investigates the influence of Facebook usage on the academic performance of students at Our Lady of Schools, Anyigba. This study focused on addressing four crucial research questions: the extent of Facebook usage among students of a specific school, its influence on academic performance, challenges faced by these students in leveraging Facebook for academic enhancement, and the detrimental effects of Facebook use on the students of Our Lady of Schools. Employing a survey research design, the research surveyed 267 students from Our Lady of Schools, Anyigba. The results indicated a noteworthy correlation between Facebook usage and students’ academic performances. The nature of Facebook activities affected academic performance of students. The study utilized structured questionnaires for data collection, covering personal details and specific statements related to the research questions. The data analysis was presented in tabular form, utilizing simple frequency percentage tables.
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