By
SANI, Yau1,Abubakar Magaji Phd2 and Hussaini Garba3
Department of public Administration, School of Business and Management Studies1
Department of Business Administration & Management School of Business
and Management Studies2
Registry Department Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda3
Abstract
This research investigates the role of technopreneurs in driving national economic development. Specifically, it evaluates how both technology-based and innovative entrepreneurs contribute to sustainable economic growth. The study utilized a survey design, applying a structured questionnaire built on a five-point Likert scale. A sample size of 335 respondents was determined using Krejcie and Morgan’s sample size table. Data analysis was conducted through the Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) approach, where the measurement model assessed validity and reliability, while the structural model tested hypotheses. Results revealed a statistically significant and positive relationship between innovative entrepreneurship and economic development, as well as between technology entrepreneurship and economic development. The study concludes that fostering innovation and technology-oriented entrepreneurship is critical to achieving long-term economic growth. It recommends that governments and institutions support innovation ecosystems by creating innovation hubs, incubators, and collaborative networks involving entrepreneurs, universities, and research centers. Additionally, investment in digital infrastructure, particularly the provision of high-speed internet and access to modern technologies in underserved regions, is strongly advised.
Keywords: Technopreneurs, Innovation, Technology, Entrepreneurs, Economic Development