Journal articles: 'Nigerian libraries'

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Sambo, Atanda Saliu, Enite Anita Urhefe, and Stella Ejitagha. "A Survey of Digital Preservation Challenges in Nigerian Libraries: Librarians' Perspectives." International Journal of Digital Curation 12, no. 1 (December 29, 2017): 117–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.2218/ijdc.v12i1.426.

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This paper investigates digital preservation challenges in Nigerian libraries. In carrying out this study four research questions were posed. The study sample population comprised of 172 participants at the 2nd Conference of Certified Librarians from various libraries and institutions across Nigeria, organised by the Librarians’ Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) in Abuja on the 11th – 16th October, 2015. The outcome of the study revealed that digital preservation challenges persist despite the awareness of digital preservation strategies by librarians in Nigerian libraries. The findings revealed major challenges facing digital preservation, such as hardware and software obsolesces, lack of training, lack of backup and standards, lack of strategy policy, lack of funds, lukewarm attitude among the librarians and lack of legal right to preservation of content. Recommendations were made to protect and safeguard digital preservation challenges in the libraries, including the recommendation that the Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Librarians Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN), University management and Library stakeholders should create a standard policy, provide needed skills for the librarians, lobby government for more funds and ensure that funds allocated to the libraries are properly utilised for effective digitization of library resources for future use.

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Okpala, Helen Nneka. "Making a makerspace case for academic libraries in Nigeria." New Library World 117, no. 9/10 (October 10, 2016): 568–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/nlw-05-2016-0038.

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Purpose This paper aims to give a highlight on the concept of makerspace and its perceived benefits in academic libraries in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach The searches encompass current journal articles, books, newspapers, magazines, personal experiences on the concept of makerspace, 3D-printing and technologies in libraries. Practical examples of libraries that already have makerspaces in operation were sourced. Findings Findings of this study create awareness of benefits, challenges and strategies for developing and managing makerspaces in Nigerian academic libraries, using Zenith Library as a hypothetical sample. Research limitations/implications Only the proposal guide has been drafted. There is need for more investigations on the awareness of, and plan to adopt makerspace technologies in Nigerian academic libraries. Practical implications Librarians need to appreciate the makerspace technologies and forge ahead in establishing makerspace in strategic areas of their libraries which should serve as a meeting point for all users in the university community, and for the sharing of innovative ideas. Social implications There is need for a paradigm shift in Nigerian university libraries, hence the shift in librarians’ thinking and approach to find their place in the new maker movement. Originality/value The originality of the paper lies in its justification for establishing makerspace in Nigerian academic libraries alongside the drafted proposal which has been designed to serve as a guide to libraries in Nigeria, as no makerspace has been documented to be existing in any Nigerian library.

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Hudron Kari, Kingdom, and Ebikabowei Emmanuel Baro. "The use of library software in Nigerian University Libraries and challenges." Library Hi Tech News 31, no. 3 (April 29, 2014): 15–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-09-2013-0053.

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Purpose – The study aimed to look at the library software in use in Nigerian university libraries, and the challenges and frustrations experienced in their automation projects. Design/methodology/approach – The study adopts a descriptive survey method and covers university libraries in Nigeria. A questionnaire was used to collect data from 32 university libraries in Nigeria. Findings – The study revealed that university libraries in Nigeria widely use library software such as KOHA, SLAM and VIRTUA for their library operations. Challenges such as lack of skilled manpower, lack of fund, absence of modern systems (computers) and erratic power supply were identified as the major problems university libraries in Nigeria encountered while using library software. Librarians recommended the use of KOHA, SLAM or VIRTUA library software for use by university libraries that are in search for library software to use. Originality/value – The findings of this study will provide useful information to librarians and library administrators in Nigeria and other developing countries who want to automate their library operations.

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Ajidahun, C. O. "Book acquisition practices in Nigerian university libraries: challenges and prospects." Library Management 29, no. 4/5 (May 30, 2008): 414–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435120810869156.

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PurposeThis study aims to investigate and examine the acquisition practices in the Nigerian University Libraries.Design/methodology/approachA total of 42 copies of a questionnaire entitled: “Collection Development in University Libraries Questionnaire” were mailed to all the 42 state and federal university libraries in Nigeria excluding the private university libraries. Only 18 university libraries returned their questionnaires that were used for the study.FindingsResults show that acquisition of books in Nigerian university libraries is done mostly through purchase. In addition, Nigerian university libraries patronize the British‐based multinational publishers more than the local booksellers for their acquisitions. The study further shows that payments made to book vendors in Nigeria are taxed by Nigerian universities.Originality/valueThe paper provides useful suggestions that can enhance the acquisition practices in Nigerian university libraries.

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Yaya, Japheth Abdulazeez. "The Essentiality of Motivation on Librarians Productivity in Nigerian Public Universities." Asian Journal of Contemporary Education 2, no. 1 (August 29, 2021): 19–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.18488/journal.137.2018.21.19.35.

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The study examined the essentiality of motivation in enhancing the effectiveness of librarians in Nigerian public universities. It adopted correlation survey research design. Its population consisted of 1,254 librarians in public university libraries in Nigeria, from which 923 were selected using simple random sampling. The research instrument used was a self-developed questionnaire. The study revealed that motivation is necessary in enhancing job performance of librarians in public university libraries in Nigeria. It concluded that contrary to general belief, motivation level of librarians in university libraries was high. It was recommended that university library management should continue to promote values such as improved employee recognition, good leadership style and improved employees’ motivational programmes that would increase productivity of its workforce.

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Nwabueze, A. U., and Bridget Oluchi Ibeh. "Extent of ICT Literacy Possessed by Librarians in Federal University Libraries in South East Nigeria." International Journal of Digital Literacy and Digital Competence 7, no. 3 (July 2016): 13–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijdldc.2016070102.

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This paper examined extent of ICT literacy possessed by librarians in Federal University Libraries in South East Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population comprised 133 academic librarians. Achievement test and structured questionnaire were used to collect data. Data generated were analyzed using descriptive statistics – simple percentage and arithmetic mean. The major findings include that librarians in Federal University Libraries in South East Nigerian possess high ICT literacy. Librarians in Federal University Libraries of South East Nigerian use ICT-based resources to a high extent The following constraints militate against librarians' acquisition of ICT skills: inadequate funding, poor infrastructural facilities, lack of in house/services training programmes for librarians on ICT, lack of implementation of ICT in the curriculum of library schools, librarians do not participate effectively in professional conferences, seminars and workshops on ICT. The study recommended that management should from time to time organize in-house training /service training on ICT for librarians.

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Eze Asogwa, Brendan. "Libraries in the information age." Electronic Library 32, no. 5 (September 30, 2014): 603–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-07-2012-0097.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to measure the competencies of libraries in Nigerian universities, identify constraints to their performance and recommend infrastructures and competencies required. Institutional accreditation has compelled academic libraries in Nigerian to improve their quality, competencies and performances for accountability. Design/methodology/approach – A questionnaire was the main instrument for data collection. The population of the study was all the university librarians in the 89 universities in Nigeria that the author selected from federal, state and private universities. Of the 81 sets of questionnaires emailed, 49 were returned, which represents a 60.5 per cent response rate and provides the working population of the study. Data were analysed using frequency tables, simple percentages and bar charts. Findings – The results indicate that academic libraries and librarians in Nigeria are competent in three key areas – educational roles, professional development and research. However, they are not very effective in the provision and use of library resources in cyberspace, adequate funding, collection development and information technology skills. The main constraints are: poor Internet penetration, low bandwidth, unreliable power supply and weak Internet proficiency. This paper suggests that adequate funding, benchmark performance and multi-skilling can serve as strategies against these constraints in developing regions. Practical implications – This study contributes to library staff assessment because it links strategic objectives to performance measures and associated long-term targets. It broadens issues which affect sustainable performance in academic libraries in Nigeria, as well as in Africa and other developing countries. Originality/value – While performance measurement is well established in developed countries, it is less or not so well established in Nigeria and other developing countries. The current research seeks to develop a performance measurement framework for academic libraries that is testable and expandable to Nigeria and the whole African context.

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Okorafor, E. E. "Newspaper indexing in Nigerian libraries." Indexer: The International Journal of Indexing: Volume 17, Issue 1 17, no. 1 (April 1, 1990): 35–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.3828/indexer.1990.17.1.12.

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Few Nigerian libraries index daily and weekly newspapers. The qualified and unqualified staff who do the indexing use various entry formats and structures, provide several access points and also maintain several catalogues. The number of subject headings to be assigned per item is determined by policy in most of the libraries. Subject headings are determined with or without subject heading lists. To achieve a uniform indexing system, the National Library of Nigeria should formulate indexing standards, compile and publish indexing terms, index newspapers and publish subject indexes.

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Ifijeh, Goodluck, Oyeronke Adebayo, Roland Izuagbe, and Olajumoke Olawoyin. "Institutional Repositories and Libraries in Nigeria." Journal of Cases on Information Technology 20, no. 2 (April 2018): 16–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/jcit.2018040102.

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Institutional repositories (IRs) are emerging trends in scholarly discourse among members of the academic community in Nigeria. Global practice shows that many IRs are administered by librarians in the academia. This article examines the nexus between libraries and IRs. It observed that though the emergence of IRs holds great advantage for academic institutions, many Nigerian institutions, especially universities, do not have functional IRs because of the inability of their libraries to run them. The article further identifies the digital divide, inadequate financing, the lack of ICT skills and awareness as well as copyright issues as challenges inhibiting the establishment and management of IRs in Nigeria. Recommendations are made for dealing with the identified challenges.

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MacKenzie, Kimberly. "Nigerian Medical Libraries Face Challenges With High Hopes for the Future." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 16, no. 1 (March 15, 2021): 109–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/eblip29890.

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A Review of: Popoola, B., Uzoagba, N., & Rabiu, N. (2020). “What’s happening over there?”: A study of the current state of services, challenges, and prospects in Nigerian medical libraries. Journal of the Medical Library Association, 108(3), 398–407. https://doi.org/10.5195/jmla.2020.607 Abstract Objective – This study examined the field of medical librarianship as it is currently practiced in Nigeria. Design – Mixed methods: electronic survey and in-person interview. Setting – The survey was advertised via an email list and a WhatsApp discussion group, both based in Nigeria. The interviews were requested directly by the authors. Subjects – Librarians working in medical libraries in Nigeria for the survey; library heads for the interviews. Methods – The survey was created in Google Forms and shared via the Nigerian Library Association’s email discussion list and the WhatsApp Group for the Medial Library Association of Nigeria. Question categories included personal and library demographics, library patronage/social media use, library services for users, and librarians’ training and challenges. Most questions were closed-ended. Survey data was analyzed in SPSS for response frequencies and percentages. The interviews were conducted in person. Questions covered topics such as demographics, challenges, and prospects (for medical librarianship in Nigeria). Interview transcriptions underwent thematic content analysis. Main Results – The majority of the 58 survey respondents (73%) reported seven or more years of medical library experience. There was no consensus on classifications schemes used throughout medical libraries in Nigeria, with 43% using the US National Library of Medicine classification and 32% using the Library of Congress. Social media use also varied, but the majority (approximately 45%) reported using social media less than monthly to promote their libraries or programming. Monographs were the main collection material reported by roughly 35% of respondents. Journals followed at approximately 24% while only 10% reported electronic resources as the main collection material. The majority of respondents (53%) noted that their library did not offer specialized services. Others (31%) reported “selective dissemination of information, current awareness services, or reference services” (p. 402) as specialized services; 7% reported literature searching. The majority of respondents (70-75%) rated their skill levels in evidence based medicine and systematic reviews as beginner/intermediate. Half of respondents reported that their libraries had not held any training programs or seminars for library users in the six months prior. Interviews with library heads revealed that they all had high hopes for the future of medical libraries in Nigeria but also noted many challenges. These included a lack of cooperation between libraries, a lack of interlibrary loan services, budget deficiencies, and insufficient access to the internet. This mirrored survey responses, 50% of which noted access to electronic information was a “significant barrier to improved services” (p. 402) along with a lack of training (53%) and low library usage (57%). Conclusion – Medical libraries in Nigeria face multiple challenges. Budgetary constraints, a lack of library cooperation, and internet accessibility limit the availability of electronic collections. The authors suggest that library associations in Nigeria focus on education and training opportunities for current and future medical librarians.

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Anasi, Stella, and Hussaini Ali. "Resource sharing challenges and prospects in Nigerian university libraries." Interlending & Document Supply 40, no. 3 (August 10, 2012): 156–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02641611211258235.

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the barriers to effective resource sharing among academic libraries in Nigeria.Design/methodology/approachProfessional librarians from six randomly selected federal university libraries representing the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria were surveyed using a descriptive survey research design. Questionnaires were sent to 124 librarians; 85 were returned and found to be usable, for a response rate of 68.5 per cent.FindingsThe study revealed that the prospect for resource sharing among university libraries in Nigeria is high. However, factors that hinder effective resource sharing include inadequate funding, a dearth of skilled librarians, power outages, an absence of web‐accessible OPACs, uneven development of libraries, and slow progress of library automation. It is recommended that each university library have a specific annual budget allocation for ICT development and maintenance and for training of librarians to pilot resource sharing projects.Originality/valueThis paper presents resource‐sharing challenges facing academic libraries in Nigeria. It encourages information professionals to embark on capacity building for effective resource sharing. This paper was prepared for the 12th Interlending and Document Supply Conference, held in September 2011.

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Posigha, Bassil Ebiwolate, Vera Zacheaus Godfrey, and Felicia Doubra Seimode. "The trend of academic libraries consortia in the north central and south east geo-political zones of Nigeria." Library Review 64, no. 4/5 (July 6, 2015): 305–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-07-2014-0084.

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Purpose – This study aims to examine the present trend of academic libraries consortia and the likely ways to improve on the development of consortia in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – The study adopted the descriptive survey method. It covers four selected academic libraries in the north and eastern parts of Nigeria. A questionnaire entitled “Library Consortia in Nigerian Universities Questionnaire (LCNUQ)” was designed to collect data for the study. Findings – The study revealed that academic libraries in Nigeria have not fully embraced library consortia, as only two out of the four academic libraries surveyed have functioning library consortia. The paper shows that none of the libraries surveyed have collection development policies on e-resources, as well as union catalogues and interlibrary networking. It also reveals some likely ways of improving library consortia to include: jointly budgeting, increased funding and collective and compulsory development of interlibrary networking and union catalogues among university libraries within the country. Practical implications – The study will encourage librarians and library management in developing countries to embrace and facilitate the development of library consortia. Originality/value – The paper reveals the present trend of library consortia in Nigeria. Therefore, the findings may be of help to librarians, university administrators and government to build and improve on the development of library consortia in Nigeria and other developing countries.

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Igbinovia, Magnus. "Libraries as Vehicle to Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs): Nigerian’s current status and outlook." Library Hi Tech News 33, no. 5 (July 4, 2016): 16–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-03-2016-0010.

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Purpose This paper aims to examine the progress made by Nigerian libraries towards the actualization of sustainable developmental goals (SDGs) and to review possible opportunities for better actualisation. The resolution adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations on September 25, 2015, resulted in a 2030 agenda for sustainable development with 17 goals and 169 targets, a transition from the millennium developmental goals, which should stimulate action over the next 15 years. Design/methodology/approach In view of this agenda, sessions at the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) Conference were held in 2015 in Cape Town to focus on the post-2015 development agenda available at http://www.ifla.org/node/9727. Session 103 of the 2015 IFLA Conference was on the contribution and mission of libraries and information services or sustainable development. Findings The Registrar of the Librarian’s Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) during the 6th Induction Ceremony for librarians held on September 13, 2015, stated that the profession will focus on making sustainable developmental goals (SDGs) a reality. In line with this, libraries and librarians in Nigeria have been doing a great deal, especially in the area of creating awareness about the goals by all stakeholders. Originality/value The aim of this paper is to examine the current status of Nigerian libraries toward meeting the SDGs as an example for developing countries and to propose recommendations for meeting these goals.

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Adekoya, Clement Ola. "Library leadership: opinions and attributes about Nigerian women academic librarians breaking the glass ceiling." Library Management 41, no. 4/5 (April 14, 2020): 221–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lm-03-2020-0049.

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PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate the opinions and attributes about Nigerian women librarians breaking the glass ceiling that prevents them from reaching management positions in their respective libraries.Design/methodology/approachDescriptive survey research design was used for the study. Questionnaire was used as the instrument of data collection. The population of the study was 147 librarians at the university libraries of the six federal universities in South-west, Nigeria. Purposive and census sampling techniques were used for the study.FindingsIt was found that the opinions about women librarians occupying management positions in the libraries are negative. Women librarians do not have the required attributes and capability for management positions despite the fact that the extent of their preparedness for management positions is high. The study revealed that there is significant relationship between gender attributes and managerial capability.Originality/valueIt was recommended that there should be abandoning of organisational stereotype that characterises the opinions of librarians which make them think that women librarians are not fit for management positions. Women librarians should develop the attributes and capability that can qualify them for management positions in libraries.

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Egberongbe, Halima, Barbara Sen, and Peter Willett. "The assessment of quality maturity levels in Nigerian university libraries." Library Review 66, no. 6/7 (September 5, 2017): 399–414. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-06-2017-0056.

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Purpose Organizations constantly evaluate their activities to ensure that they are attaining their management goals. Maturity assessment enables organizations to examine their capabilities, support innovation and evaluate development. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the maturity statuses of a selection of Nigerian university libraries in a study to investigate their quality management (QM) approaches. The study provides recommendations for means to attain the required statuses in academic library development. Design/methodology/approach The study involved a multisite case study in which interviews were conducted with 15 university librarians (or their representatives) and ten focus groups were conducted with non-management library staff. The resulting qualitative data were analyzed using an aspect of framework analysis – charting, while a maturity model from the field of project management (Prince 2 Maturity Model, P2MM) was used to assess maturity in QM of the libraries. Findings The results of the maturity assessment indicate a basic knowledge of the concept of QM implementation among the libraries. The scores obtained on the P2MM capability scale placed the libraries studied mainly on Level 1 (awareness level) of the model. Practical implications This paper demonstrates that the culture of QM in academic libraries in Nigeria is at a low level with considerable potential for development. It is suggested that future adoption of quality maturity models to assess performance and organizational effectiveness would aid improvements for value-added services. Originality/value This is the first study to attempt the assessment of quality maturity levels in Nigerian academic libraries for identification of the organization’s positioning in QM and strategy.

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Emmanuel Baro, Ebikabowei, Bueaty U. Efe, and Gboyega K. Oyeniran. "Reference inquiries received through different channels." Reference Services Review 42, no. 3 (August 5, 2014): 514–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/rsr-09-2013-0049.

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Purpose – This study aims to investigate the different channels reference librarians receive reference inquiries from patrons in university libraries in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – A questionnaire was used to collect data on the various channels through which reference librarians received reference inquiries in Nigerian university libraries. The questionnaire was administered using an online method. Findings – It emerged that the face-to-face traditional reference desk was rated as the highest channel through which librarians receive reference inquiries in Nigeria, followed by library Facebook page and phone/short message service (SMS). Instant messaging (IM) and e-mail were identified as the least used channels by the patrons. The challenges mentioned include the absence of policy statements concerning virtual reference services; the lack of information and communications technology (ICT) skills on the part of librarians; slow Internet connectivity; power failures; management’s lack of support for emerging technologies; IM’s limitations; user’s expectations of instant answer; inarticulate requests; and lack of adequate current reference materials. Research limitations/implications – The findings are from a small sample size; therefore, the findings may not be substantial enough to generalize. Further study is necessary to determine if these results are consistent throughout other university libraries in Nigeria. Originality/value – The findings will inform university libraries in developing countries that are planning to adopt virtual reference services to deliver reference services to users anywhere, anytime.

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Asogwa, Brendan E., Cyprian I. Ugwu, and Ferdinand C. Ugwuanyi. "Evaluation of electronic service infrastructures and quality of e-services in Nigerian academic libraries." Electronic Library 33, no. 6 (November 2, 2015): 1133–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-04-2014-0071.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the quality of online services in academic libraries in Nigeria. It seeks to assess the functionality of electronic infrastructures, to expose areas where the service needs of users are not adequately provided and to recommend solutions. Design/methodology/approach – The sample population was 210 staff and students who used electronic resources in Nigerian university libraries during the 2012-2013 academic session. A questionnaire was the main instrument for data collection. Modified WebQual four performance indicators were designed and used to measure: library equipment, library website, online public access catalogue (OPAC) and e-user education in the university libraries. The five-point service performance scale that ranged from very poor performance to excellent was used in measuring the views of the respondents. Findings – None of the indicators was rated excellent; six were rated good; nine were average; two and five indicators scored poor and very poor, respectively. Poor funding, intermittent power supply and weak telecommunication infrastructures were among the major impediments to online services in Nigerian universities. Through adequate funding and prudent management of library funds, online services in Nigerian university libraries could meet global standards. Practical implications – Results from this paper could guide library management on several concrete remedial actions to sustain e-service performance that could meet the missions and visions of contemporary academic libraries. Originality/value – This paper was the first to apply WebQual model in the evaluation of electronic performance quality of academic libraries in Nigeria.

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Aiyebelehin, Afebuameh James, and Faith O. Mesagan. "Mitigating the Infodemic Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic: Roles of Nigerian Librarians." IAFOR Journal of Literature & Librarianship 10, no. 1 (July 28, 2021): 62–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.22492/ijl.10.1.04.

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This study investigates how Nigerian librarians are mitigating the infodemic caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The entire population of Nigerian librarians in major social media platforms of the Nigerian Library Association and its sections were used for the study. An online survey administered through Google forms was used. A total of 186 librarians responded to the survey. The data was analysed with percentages and presented in charts. The findings show that: the majority (80%) agreed that there is infodemic in Nigeria. The major roles played by the librarians in mitigating the infodemic are: correction of misconceptions online (54.8%), posting of official information online(47.8%), and provision of authentic sources to COVID-19 guidelines (39.8%); the majority (91.1%) of the librarians played these roles as personal initiatives; majority (79%) of them believe their roles have been effective; and the major challenges facing their efforts are the issue of low bandwidth (59.1%), distrust for official information (31%) and regard for myths (29%). The implication of these findings is that most of the efforts made by Nigerian librarians to curb the spread of fake news associated with the corona virus were mainly personal initiatives. This further implies that a majority of Nigerian libraries do not have plans and policies in place to ensure service delivery in emergency situations. It was recommended, among others, that Nigerian librarians should go beyond online efforts to use traditional methods in order to reach a larger part of the populace without access to the internet.

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Nzotta, Briggs C. "Fiction in Nigerian Public Libraries." Collection Management 9, no. 4 (March 30, 1988): 103–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/j105v09n04_08.

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Enemute Iwhiwhu, Basil, and Elvis Ovietobore Eyekpegha. "Digitization of Nigerian university libraries." Electronic Library 27, no. 3 (June 5, 2009): 529–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02640470910966943.

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Agboola, A. T. "Third Generation Nigerian University Libraries." International Information & Library Review 25, no. 1 (March 1993): 43–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10572317.1993.10762309.

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Aguolu, I. E. "Nigerian University Libraries: What Future?" International Information & Library Review 28, no. 3 (September 1996): 261–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10572317.1996.10762401.

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Egberongbe, Halima S. "An approach to quality improvement of Nigerian university library services: A framework for effective quality management implementation." Information Development 36, no. 1 (December 2, 2018): 36–57. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0266666918811397.

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The paper explores the different strategies in managing operations and delivering services and compares them to current trends in academic libraries in Southwestern (SW) Nigeria. The author objectively and comparatively examined the different models of quality management (QM) and strategies, from which a framework of quality improvement for Nigerian university libraries was developed. The article employed a pragmatic approach to unearth the complexities of investigating the phenomenon in academic library environments. This paper discussed the findings of three studies (online survey, interview and focus groups) in this research and how they relate to the existing literature. A comprehensive analysis highlights challenges of university library operations in SW Nigeria while a pragmatic approach was used to achieve the objectives of the paper. The paper concluded that improvement in quality of service delivery and operations is certain if the proposed framework for QM implementation is embraced in Nigerian academic libraries. Recommendations were made on the way forward toward improving academic library services nationwide.

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Ayoku, Ojedokun A., and Victoria Nwamaka Okafor. "ICT skills acquisition and competencies of librarians." Electronic Library 33, no. 3 (June 1, 2015): 502–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-08-2013-0155.

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is an audit of information technology (IT) skills set of librarians in some Nigerian university libraries with the aim of examining their relevance and adequacy to the digital environment. Nigerian universities as knowledge creators and their libraries as gatekeepers of knowledge are rapidly witnessing the introduction of various IT. One of the challenges facing IT/digital library projects in Nigeria has been the readiness of the university libraries in terms of knowledge and skills to implement the digital and electronic library services. Design/methodology/approach – This paper used the survey approach. The sampling technique for the selection of the universities was stratified and for the librarians (respondents), census. The sampling frame was the approved list of universities released by the National Universities Commission as of the time of this study. The data were analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. Findings – The findings of this paper revealed that many of the respondents do have knowledge and skills of email use and word processing tasks but lack knowledge of search engines and directories other than Google and Yahoo, respectively. Many of them do not know how to evaluate and catalogue e-resources; have no knowledge of subject gateways, specialised databases and some open-access library databases; have no knowledge of database management; are not skilled in Web design; and are equally not familiar with Web design applications. Originality/value – The study recommends management support for IT skills training and/or continuous professional development to improve the librarians. Librarians are also challenged and encouraged to explore the range of training resources available over the Internet for self-development.

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Posigha Bassil, E., Ojohwoh Rose, and Godwin Oberhiri-Oruma. "The Challenges and Prospects of Cataloguing and Classification in Academic Libraries in Bayelsa State, Nigeria." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 9, no. 3 (November 5, 2019): 14–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2019.9.3.294.

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The study aimed to investigate the challenges and prospects of cataloguing and classification in academic libraries in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study was made up of 66 practicing librarians who attended the Nigerian Library Association, Bayelsa State chapter 2018 annual conference held in Yenagoa. Questionnaire entitled “Challenges and Prospects of Cataloguing and Classification Questionnaire (CPCCQ)” that contained close-ended items was used to collect data for the study. The findings revealed, inadequate staff, lack of up-to-date tools, difficulties of cataloguing and classifying of backlogged, inadequate motivation, etc. as some challenges militating against the technical sections of the academic libraries studied. The study also reveals, increase advocacy for library automation, available training opportunities outside the State, the introduction of information management system, accelerated movement from manual to computerized method, etc as indication of brighter future or good prospect for the technical sections of the libraries studied. Base on the findings some recommendations were made.

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Ogungbeni, John I., Olateju Adeleke, and Rosaline Opeke. "Re-engineering of Nigerian university library personnel for optimal performance in the digital age." Information Development 30, no. 4 (June 17, 2013): 313–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0266666913492447.

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This paper examines the evolution of university libraries in Nigeria, the process of re-engineering of workers in an organization like the university library and good librarianship practice in this digital age. The paper advocates for effective motivation, training and development programmes for all categories of university library personnel. A model for integrating the different processes in a university library for optimal performance of library personnel is suggested for Nigerian university libraries.

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Salaam, M. O. "The Treatment of Other Libraries' Books by Nigerian University Libraries." Library & Archival Security 19, no. 1 (March 27, 2004): 47–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/j114v19n01_06.

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Ubogu, Janet Onomeh. "Automation Process in Nigerian Academic Libraries." International Journal of Digital Library Systems 3, no. 3 (2012): 40–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/jdls.2012070104.

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Nwezeh, Chinwe M. T. "Public relations in Nigerian university libraries." Electronic Library 28, no. 1 (February 16, 2010): 100–107. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02640471011023405.

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Adomi, Esharenana E. "Job rotation in Nigerian university libraries." Library Review 55, no. 1 (January 2006): 66–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00242530610641808.

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Abifarin, Abimbola. "Motivating staff in Nigerian university libraries." Library Management 18, no. 3 (May 1997): 124–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435129710166437.

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Olorunsola, Richard, and J. O. Awolola. "Shift work in Nigerian academic libraries." Library Management 22, no. 4/5 (June 2001): 228–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435120110388805.

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Adomi, Esharenana E., and Ufuoma Eruvwe. "Staff discipline in Nigerian university libraries." Library Management 25, no. 4/5 (May 2004): 223–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435120410533819.

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Adomi, Esharenana E., and Sylvester Ozioma Anie. "Conflict management in Nigerian university libraries." Library Management 27, no. 8 (October 2006): 520–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435120610686098.

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Ugwoke, Benjamin U., and Ifeyinwa Omekwu. "Public libraries and Nigerian cultural development." International Journal of Information Management 34, no. 1 (February 2014): 17–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt.2013.08.009.

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Ugwu, C. I., O. B. Onyancha, and M. Fombard. "Transformational and transactional leadership and knowledge sharing in Nigerian university libraries." IFLA Journal 46, no. 3 (May 19, 2020): 207–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0340035220917987.

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This study aims to investigate the influence of transformational and transactional leadership styles on the knowledge-sharing practices of librarians. It adopted a quantitative approach and a questionnaire formed the main instrument of data collection. Data collected from 216 librarians in different private, state and federal university libraries in Nigeria was analysed using multiple regression techniques and Tukey’s post-hoc test of honestly significant difference. The findings revealed that transformational leadership impacted knowledge sharing more than transactional leadership styles. Therefore, this study provides empirical evidence that transformational and transactional leadership behaviours are required to enhance the knowledge-sharing activities of librarians in Nigeria.

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Aiyebelehin, Afebuameh James, Rosemary Odiachi, and Blessing Omoregie. "Leadership Styles, Promotion Opportunities, and Salary as Correlates of Turnover Intentions among Librarians in Nigerian University Libraries." IAFOR Journal of Literature & Librarianship 9, no. 2 (December 14, 2020): 56–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.22492/ijl.9.2.03.

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The study investigated leadership styles, promotion opportunities, and salary as correlates of turnover intention among librarians in Nigerian academic libraries. It applied the correlational survey design, and data was gathered with a questionnaire. The entire 115 librarians in three (3) universities in South-South, Nigeria formed the population of this study. The data was analyzed with mean and Pearson Moment Correlation (2-tailed). The findings show that the turnover intention of the librarians was high; leadership, promotion opportunities, and salary positively correlate with the turnover intention. The major implication of the findings of the study is that the issue of leadership style, promotion, and salary should be carefully planned by the management of the library, otherwise, the librarians will leave the library whenever the opportunity shows up. These findings provide new data for planning the management of library staff to achieve effective information service in the library.

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Ogunrombi, Sam A. "Faculty status for professional librarians. A survey of Nigerian university libraries." International Library Review 23, no. 2 (June 1991): 135–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0020-7837(91)90019-v.

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Ajiji Makeri, Yakubu. "The Importance of Information Technology on E-Libraries in Nigerian Universities." International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering 7, no. 1 (January 30, 2017): 58–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.23956/ijarcsse/v6i12/01205.

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James Afebuameh, Aiyebelehin, and Iboi Catherine (CLN). "School Library Services for Educational Rebirth: The Case of Lumen Christi International High School, Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria." Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services 10, no. 1 (May 5, 2020): 36–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2020.10.1.480.

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The paper explores the roles of school libraries in the rebirth of Nigerian Education system with particular focus on Edo state. The strategies employed at Lumen Christi International High School were carefully examined. The paper employed the document analysis and exploratory approach to gather facts for making conclusions. Very prominent among facts gathered from literature were that: there is a decay in the Nigerian Education system; and that school libraries have crucial roles to play in the rebirth of the education system. The paper concluded that for there to be meaningful development in the education system, the school library must be positioned to contribute to the process, and the school librarian must devise strategies to effect a change in the orientation of the students in the primary and secondary schools.

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Okoro, Okechukwu M. "Collections development in academic libraries: The case of nigerian university libraries." International Library Review 23, no. 2 (June 1991): 121–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0020-7837(91)90018-u.

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Sadiku, Shaibu Adona, Abdulwahab Olarenwaju Issa, and Mohammed Kpakiko Mohammed. "The Use of Electronic Library Resources in Nigerian Universities." International Journal of Library and Information Services 8, no. 2 (July 2019): 40–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijlis.2019070103.

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A number of studies have focused on the use of e-libraries, drawing numerous conclusions about the use and challenges facing e-libraries. This article therefore presents a review of the literature on the use of e-libraries in universities with a particular interest in Nigerian institutions. The article examines the concepts and the antecedents of electronic libraries. The review shows that a number of approaches have been used to assess the use of e-libraries, and that computer self-efficacy has an impact on the performance while technological innovation, by extension, enhances the satisfactory use of electronic library systems. In addition, the review underscores the fact that there are few studies that pay attention to the satisfactory usage of electronic libraries in Nigerian universities. The article thus concludes by restating the important roles those e-libraries play in information service delivery. Recommendations for further studies on the mode and modalities with which effective training is conducted especially in the area of information search skills are made.

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Anunobi, Chinwe V., and Scholastica Ukwoma. "Information literacy in Nigerian universities trends, challenges and opportunities." New Library World 117, no. 5/6 (May 9, 2016): 343–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/nlw-10-2015-0078.

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Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the information literacy trends, challenges and opportunities in Nigerian universities, With focus on its characteristics; content and adequacy for students’ information literacy development and lifelong learning. The effort to ensure that university students are empowered to acquire the competences needed for all round education and lifelong learning has been the primary focus of the university curriculum. University regulatory body in Nigeria emphasised the need to provide students with a study plan which provides them with capacity to locate information resources, access, evaluate and use them in legally acceptable manner. The programme is differently captioned with varying contents. With evolving approach to literacy, this study was designed to determine whether the programme has evolved from use of library education to information literacy or still at its traditional mode. Design/methodology/approach Descriptive survey research method was adopted for the study. The population consists of federal and state university libraries in Nigeria. The characteristics, content and adequacy of the programme as offered in Nigerian universities was the measure to determine the type of literacy. Questionnaire derived from literature and personal experience was designed to elicit information. A copy of the questionnaire was sent to each university that constituted the sample of the study by mail and telephone interviews were given to the heads of the sampled libraries. Findings It was discovered that majority of the universities studied were yet to consolidate the library literacy programme offered in their universities. Hence, the provision of information literacy content is yet to be realised in Nigerian universities. Practical implications There should be constant evaluation and monitoring of the programme by the regulatory bodies to ensure that the programme is reviewed at the appropriate time and that they also abide to the minimum standard. Originality/value For the effective implementation of programme to reflect the current development in research and information sourcing, retrieval and use; collaboration in content development as well as teaching between faculty and library; increasing or splitting the programme content to accommodate first year and higher level undergraduates, the regulatory bodies like Librarians’ Registration Council of Nigeria should ensure constant evaluation of the programme.

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Ngozi I. Anasi, Stella, Imo J. Akpan, and Titilayo Adedokun. "Information and communication technologies and knowledge sharing among academic librarians in south-west Nigeria." Library Review 63, no. 4/5 (July 1, 2014): 352–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-10-2013-0124.

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Purpose – This study aims to investigate the degree and frequency of utilisation of information and communication technology (ICT)-enabled platforms for knowledge-sharing by academic librarians in south-west Nigeria. It also seeks to identify possible barriers as well as strategies that will promote efficient utilisation of these platforms. Design/methodology/approach – This study adopted a descriptive survey design, using a researcher-developed questionnaire for data collection. Fifty-two professional librarians from selected academic libraries in south-west Nigeria were surveyed. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Findings – Finding from the investigation revealed that academic librarians in south-west Nigeria are increasingly utilising ICT platforms for knowledge-sharing in preference to the traditional platforms. However, ignorance of existing ICT knowledge-sharing platforms, limited ICT skills and an unhealthy technology environment remain major challenges. Originality/value – The findings of this study have far-reaching implications for Nigerian academic librarians’ professional development. It advocates maximum utilisation of ICT platforms to enhance knowledge-sharing and collaboration for professional development, scholarly communication and efficient service delivery.

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Idiegbeyan-ose, Jerome, Christopher Nkiko, Mary Idahosa, and Nwanne Nwokocha. "Digital Divide." Journal of Cases on Information Technology 18, no. 3 (July 2016): 29–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/jcit.2016070103.

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This paper discussed digital divide, issues and strategies for intervention in Nigerian libraries. It defined digital divide as the gap that exist between countries, within countries, individuals, families and so on in their access and usage of Information Technology facilities such as the internet, computers, laptops, various handheld devices, application software etc. The paper also discussed the causes of digital divide comprising finance, level of education, location of the individual and language as well as discussing the effects of digital divide to encompass inequality in access to information; ineffective services to users, libraries being unable to satisfy their clientele. The paper went further to discuss the present state of ICT facilities adoption and use by Libraries in Nigeria, compared to their equals in developed countries. The paper pointed out that most Nigerian libraries are far from full automation and Internet connectivity; the staff lack technical skills to build and maintain ICT for enhanced service delivery; libraries in rural areas of these developing countries are more neglected as available ICT facilities and internet connections are mostly available and accessible in the urban areas thus, those leaving in the rural areas are cut off from the numerous benefits of ICT. The paper concluded that Digital divide is a menace that affects information availability and access; growth and development in between countries and within countries and has led to inequality in access and use of ICT facilities as such, Nigerian libraries should wake up to their responsibilities by providing the required infrastructure needed to bridge the gap to prevent the escalation of digital divide. The paper finally recommended the formulation and implementation of ICT policy, adequate funding of libraries by those concerned, education and training of human resources to build and maintain ICT facilities, curriculum innovation by library schools so as to inculcate ICT courses for skills acquisitions of the professionals, improvement of maintenance culture and eradication of corruption in the entire system to enable developing countries take advantage of ICT facilities, make progress and move along with modernity and global sophistication.

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Fransica, Ogbomo Esoswo, and Okuonghae Omorodion. "Librarians’ Awareness and Willingness to Deploy QR Code in Libraries: A Study of Selected Nigerian University Libraries." Library Progress (International) 39, no. 2 (2019): 261. http://dx.doi.org/10.5958/2320-317x.2019.00029.1.

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Badawi, Ghaji. "Libraries and Women's Participation in Nigerian Politics." IFLA Journal 33, no. 2 (June 2007): 168–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0340035207080310.

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Okorafor, E. E. "Maintaining Local Newspaper Collections in Nigerian Libraries." Information Development 3, no. 3 (July 1987): 161–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/026666698700300304.

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Ekoja, Innocent I. "Alternative sources of funding Nigerian university libraries." Library Management 17, no. 3 (May 1996): 13–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435129610112752.

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Ogunrombi, S. A., and G. O. Babafemi. "Exhibitions in university libraries: the Nigerian experience." Aslib Proceedings 49, no. 1 (January 1997): 9–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb051440.

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