Enhancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Nigerian Public Service Recruitment: A Technology-Driven Approach within Nigeria Geographical Context.

This research explores the complex relationship between the assimilation of technology and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) results in Nigerian governmental hiring practices. Data were gathered from both current public sector workers and prospective candidates, subsequently analyzed using basic and hierarchical regression techniques via SPSS (versions 23 and 25). The results indicate a statistically significant and notably positive association between technological integration and DEI indicators (R² = 0.873, B = 0.976, p < .001), affirming that technological integration is a key catalyst for improved diversity results. Nevertheless, a noteworthy moderating influence was observed (p = .002), revealing that the advantages derived from technology are not evenly spread. Perceptions of justice and ease of use concerning technology-supported recruitment processes vary considerably based on an applicant's geographic location and demographic traits. The study concludes that technology is a powerful, yet inherently biased, mechanism for promoting DEI. Its effective implementation necessitates a conscious, contextually-aware strategy that addresses infrastructural and demographic differences. Recommendations involve investment in equitable digital infrastructure, the execution of algorithmic assessments, and the initiation of digital training programs to ensure technology achieves its potential in cultivating a genuinely inclusive and representative public sector in Nigeria.