Conclusion

This conclusion chapter synthesises the key findings presented throughout the book, offering a roadmap for future scholarly inquiry into the complexities of online activism and gender advocacy. It underscores the importance of adopting a multifaceted approach to digital activism, one that critically engages with visibility hierarchies, representational biases, algorithmic influences, and the temporal dynamics of online engagement. These dynamics can be further articulated through discursive-material standpoints that emphasise the interplay between digital infrastructures and the lived experiences of activists, highlighting the need for context-specific approaches to understanding online activism. The chapter calls for a more critical, inclusive, and transformative approach to policymaking and advocacy in Nigeria. It challenges the dominant assumptions underpinning gender equality efforts, urging a shift beyond addressing surface-level inequalities to tackling systemic and intersectional barriers that disproportionately affect marginalised groups. By focusing on the intersections of gender with factors such as ethnicity, class, religion, and geography, this book advocates for more nuanced strategies that resonate across Nigeria’s diverse socio-cultural landscape. Finally, the chapter reflects on the future of Nigerian gender activism, emphasising the centrality of inclusivity and intersectionality to its sustainability. Fostering inclusivity requires creating spaces where all women—not just the educated, urban elite—can actively participate and contribute to discourses, while addressing the diverse and intersecting forms of discrimination that affect women across different socio-economic, cultural, and geographical contexts. By integrating these insights, the book aims to inspire continued inquiry into the intersections of technology, identity, and justice, offering a framework for addressing gender inequalities in Nigeria and beyond.