Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Financial technology (FinTech) has revolutionized the way individuals and businesses engage with financial services, offering convenient, accessible, and efficient solutions. In Lafia LGA, Nasarawa State, the adoption of FinTech services such as mobile banking, digital wallets, and online payment platforms has been growing. Advertising plays a crucial role in driving consumer adoption of these services by educating users about their benefits and ease of use. According to a study by Akinyemi and Olayemi (2023), advertisements targeting financial technology products have been effective in increasing consumer awareness and usage, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. This study examines the influence of advertisements on consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA, focusing on how advertising shapes consumer perceptions, trust, and willingness to adopt these services.
1.2 Statement of the Problem
Despite the growing popularity of financial technology, the adoption rate in rural areas like Lafia LGA remains relatively low. This could be attributed to factors such as limited awareness, trust issues, and misconceptions about the technology. Although advertisements have the potential to address these barriers, their effectiveness in promoting FinTech adoption in Lafia LGA has not been adequately explored. This study aims to investigate the influence of advertisements on consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA, assessing how advertising impacts consumer perceptions and decision-making processes.
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the impact of advertisements on consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA.
2. To evaluate the role of advertising in increasing consumer awareness and trust in financial technology services in Lafia LGA.
3. To examine the factors that influence consumer adoption of financial technology through advertising in Lafia LGA.
1.4 Research Questions
1. How do advertisements influence consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA?
2. What role does advertising play in increasing consumer awareness and trust in financial technology services in Lafia LGA?
3. What factors influence consumer adoption of financial technology through advertisements in Lafia LGA?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1. Advertisements significantly influence consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA.
2. Advertising increases consumer awareness and trust in financial technology services in Lafia LGA.
3. Consumer adoption of financial technology is influenced by factors such as trust, convenience, and perceived benefits highlighted in advertisements.
1.6 Significance of the Study
This study is significant as it contributes to understanding the role of advertising in driving the adoption of financial technology, especially in rural areas like Lafia LGA. The findings will be valuable for FinTech companies, advertisers, and policymakers looking to promote digital financial services in underserved regions.
1.7 Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on the influence of advertisements on consumer adoption of financial technology in Lafia LGA, Nasarawa State, and does not extend to other regions or industries.
1.8 Operational Definition of Terms
1. Financial Technology (FinTech): Digital technologies that provide financial services, such as mobile banking, online payment platforms, and digital wallets.
2. Consumer Adoption: The process by which consumers begin to use and integrate new technologies or services into their daily lives.
3. Advertisements: Promotional materials designed to inform and persuade consumers about products or services, including digital and traditional media.
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