Social Implications of GSM on Nigeria: A Study of Ifako/Ijaye Local Government Area Lagos Nigeria

This study examines the social implications of mobiles phones (GSM) among the consumers in Ifako/Ijaye Local Government Area, Lagos. Seven hundred and four respondents were purposively selected. Questions relating to socio economic background and the social effects of GSM on the respondents were asked. Findings revealed that the consumers welcome this new (GSM) development and it has contributed both positively and negatively to their social lives. Appropriate suggestions were made to ensure that consumers enjoy this intervention maximally.