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Bibliographic Characteristics of Scientific Research Articles in the Nigerian Institute of Agricultural Engineering(NIAE) Proceedings (2000-2010)
(IRCAB Journal of Management and Social Sciences, 2010) Oyeniyi Janet Oluwakemi; Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman; olaifa Taiye Paul
Business Planning, Information Preference, and Information Use as Factors in Banking Operations in Nigeria
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2011) A.A Salman; A.I Amusa
Challenges and prospects for cataloguing and classification in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria: a case study
(Article in International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research · January 2021 DOI: 10.14299/ijser.2021.01.04, 2012) Abdrahman .A. MOUSTAPHA
The study aimed to investigate the challenges and prospects of cataloguing and classification in academic libraries in Kwara State that focus on the Kwara State University Library. The study adopted the descriptive survey design. The study population consists of 50 practicing librarians who attended the Nigerian Library Association Annual Workshop, 2020 held at the State Library Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. A questionnaire entitled “Cataloguing challenges and prospects and a classification questionnaire containing closed elements was used to collect data for the study. The results revealed insufficient staffing, lack of modern tools, difficulties in cataloguing and classification backlogs, insufficient motivation, etc., as there are some challenges facing the technical departments of the studied academic library. The study also reveals, as an indication of a brighter future or good prospects for the technical divisions in the library studied, the increased advocacy for library automation, training opportunities available outside the country, introduction of an information management system, rapid transition from the manual method to the computerized method, etc. Based on the results, some recommendations were made.
Rural Information and For National Development:A study for Kara North Senetorial District of Kwara State Nigeria
(PNLA Quarterly, the official publication of the Pacific Northwest Library Association, 2012) Abdulwahab Olarewaju Issa; Kamal Tunde Omopupa; Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman
Online Distance Learning Programme in University of Ilorin Using 89.3 FM Radio Station
(Journal of Balkan Libraries Union, 2013) Abdulsalam Abiodun Salmana; Tunde Kamal Omopupab; J. Oluwakemi Oyeniyi
This paper discusses distance learning through the use of wireless technology which allows students to access information for learning remotely at any time. It underscores the experience of University of Ilorin, Nigeria, in the use of Unilorin 89.3 FM radio station as a medium of instruction for the teaching of the use of library (GNS 111). A survey research design was deployed using quantitative research methods in the administration of questionnaire to gather data. The research population consists of the 100 level students in the department of Telecommunication Science, Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences. A sample of twenty students was randomly selected out of sixty two registered students in 2011/2012 session. The results of the survey determine the outcomes of the findings on the experience of the newly introduced teaching pedagogy in teaching GNS 111. Recommendations were made based on the data analyzed using descriptive statistics through chi-square to determine the round case weight.
Indices of job stress and job satisfaction among academic librarians in selected federal universities in South West Nigeria
(2013) Ogunlana E Ka; Okunlaya R O Ab ,; Ajani F Oc; Okunoye Td; Oshinaike A Oe
Librarians around the world, like other professionals, experience stress caused by different factors.. The study examined the relationship between job stress and job satisfaction among a population of 87 librarians. Descriptive survey research method was used. Job stress levels were assessed using the Job Stress Scale (JSS) adapted from Stress Indicators Scale (2007) and job satisfaction levels were measured using the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire of Linz, (2002) and graded by Likert scale with degree of agreement range between low to high (1-5). This research was designed for the librarians employed in the libraries in South West Nigeria. Data were collected through the questionnaire designed and were subjected to statistical analysis using simple percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test statistics and Scheffe post-hoc analysis. The study revealed that the mean scores for satisfaction were low for workplace characteristics. Female librarians had significantly lower job satisfaction (mean job satisfaction score difference = 12.2; 50.5%, p>0.05), as compared to their male counterparts (mean job satisfaction score difference 21.0: 49.5%, p<0.05); and a positive correlation was found between job satisfaction and librarians’ job stress (r = 0.69, α < 0.05). The findings also revealed that majority of the librarians had low job satisfaction level and higher levels of job stress. These results have implications for addressing job stress and job satisfaction in academic libraries.
Knowledge and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Academics in Colleges of Animal Production, Animal Health, and Veterinary Medicine in Nigeria
(2013-12) Oyintola Isiaka Amusa; Abdusalaam A. Salman; Florence Olabisi Ajani
Abstract This study adopted survey method to investigate the knowledge and use of electronic information resources (EIR) among the academic staff in animal health, animal production, and veterinary medicine in Nigeria. These areas of knowledge are interwoven as they all deal with animal reproduction and wellbeing. Two hundred and seventy-seven (277) lecturers responded to the questionnaire from four universities, FUNAAB, UI, UNILORIN, and OOU. Analysis of data revealed that the lecturers are quite knowledgeable of electronic resources and they use them for teaching, research and professional purposes; the respondents do not know the electronic resources subscribed to by their libraries among those they know and use; and their effective use of the resources is hampered by inadequate skill and knowledge of e-resources, power fluctuation, and slow internet access among others. The study in conclusion recommended adequate publicity for the library based e-resources; periodic training and retraining of users; regular subscription and updating of e-resources; provision of alternative power sources and; improvement in bandwidth subscriptions.
Work environments and job performance of librarians in the public universities in South –west Nigeria
(2013-12) Oyintola Isiaka Amusa1; Abiodun Olaide Iyoro; Ajani Florence Olabisi
This study investigates the work environments and job performance of librarians working in public universities in South-West, Nigeria with the aid of survey research approach. Questionnaire was used to elicit information from 189 Academic Librarians, out of which 153 (81%) copies of the questionnaire were duly completed and returned. The data collected were analyzed using frequency count, percentage and Anova Analysis tested at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that the work environment of librarians in terms of physical facilities, open communication, motivation etc are fairly favourable while personnel emolument was considered not to be favourable at all. This inadequacy is reflected in the job performance of the librarians as their performance only seems to be fair. The study also established that there is significant correlation between work environment and job performance of the librarians. To alleviate the incidence of poor work environment and under performance in libraries, the study recommended improvement in the levels of physical facilities, personnel emolument, open communication as wells as adequate funding from government, donor agencies and philanthropist
Issues and Trends in the Provision of Public Library Services in Nigeria: A Literature Survey
(Journal of Balkan Libraries Union, 2014) Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman; B. Janneke Mostert; Tinashe Mugwisi
The philosophy, orientation and nature of public library are routed in the responsibility of disseminating diverse and current information services to the members of its community. Waller and Mcshare (2008) posit two major challenges in the provision and use of public library services which are; lack of obtaining a thorough understanding of the nature of the environment which bothers majorly on information provision and use; and the development of policy frameworks that clarifies institutions goals and brings coherence to diverse and sometimes conflicting policy demands. This paper looks at issues and trends concerning some of the challenges bedeviling the provision and utilisation of public library services in Nigeria such as in-appropriate policies, lack of sufficient professionals, inadequate facilities and services and lack of awareness and proper understanding of the concept of public library services which led to non-use of the available services by potential users. Yield shift theory of satisfaction phenomena was used to explain the satisfaction phenomenon of public library services by users. Identified challenges were discussed and recommendations made towards developing a framework for improved public library services in Nigeria.
Issues and Trends in the Provision of Public Library Services in Nigeria: A Literature Survey
(Journal of Balkan Libraries Union, 2014-06) Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman; B. Janneke Mostert; Tinashe Mugwisi
The philosophy, orientation and nature of public library are routed in the responsibility of disseminating diverse and current information services to the members of its community. Waller and Mcshare (2008) posit two major challenges in the provision and use of public library services which are; lack of obtaining a thorough understanding of the nature of the environment which bothers majorly on information provision and use; and the development of policy frameworks that clarifies institutions goals and brings coherence to diverse and sometimes conflicting policy demands. This paper looks at issues and trends concerning some of the challenges bedeviling the provision and utilisation of public library services in Nigeria such as in-appropriate policies, lack of sufficient professionals, inadequate facilities and services and lack of awareness and proper understanding of the concept of public library services which led to non-use of the available services by potential users. Yield shift theory (YST) of satisfaction phenomena was used to explain the satisfaction phenomenon of public library services by users. Identified challenges were discussed and recommendations made towards developing a framework for improved public library services in Nigeria.
Access to and use of public library services in Nigeria
(http://sajlis.journals.ac.za doi:10.7553/83-1-1639, 2017) Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman1; Tinashe Mugwisi; Bertha Jantine Mostert
The study investigated the factors hampering access to and use of public library (urban and rural) services in Nigeria. Both quantitative and qualitative research methods were employed through the administration of a questionnaire to users in both urban and rural public libraries in Nigeria and conducting interviews with the public librarians. The objectives of the study centred on identifying awareness and utilisation of library services, including utilisation patterns. The study also sought to investigate levels of satisfaction among users as well as make recommendations for improved service delivery. The population was the registered public library user group from which 394 users were randomly sampled from twelve purposively selected libraries – two from each of the six regions. The respondents were mainly an educated male user group representing a wide variety of occupations. Awareness of services was restricted to a few services, and accessibility to the major library services was found to be a challenge to many. Utilisation patterns indicated infrequent use of only a few services, and very low satisfaction with what is being offered. Challenges identified included unawareness of services, too few copies of materials and lack of information literacy skills. Recommendations included the enhancement of community participation in decision-making concerning services, that relevant and enough materials be supplied, and that effective marketing be employed to improve access and to promote services among users and potential users.
Undergraduate Students’ Preference for Web-based and Conventional Library Services in Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria
(International Journal of Information Processing and Communication (IJIPC), 2018) Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman; Abdulmalik Oyindamola Aleem
The purpose of this study is to investigate undergraduate students’ preference for web-based and conventional library services in Kwara State University. Specifically, the study aimed at identifying the types of web based and conventional library services available, and also determines the frequency with which the students are using web-based and conventional library services in the University. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study was 3,572 undergraduate library users out of which a sample of three hundred and forty-six (346) was selected using convenience sampling technique. Three hundred and twenty (320) respondents, representing 92.5% of the sample size returned their questionnaire. The questionnaire is titled “Undergraduate Students’ Preference for Web-based and Conventional Library Services” and was used to gather data from the respondents. Data collected were examined and analysed using frequency count and percentage while t-test was used to test the only null hypothesis of the study. The findings of the study showed that 95.9% of the respondents attested to the availability of web based library services. Also, 58.4% of respondents preferred Frequently Ask Questions (FAQ) as integral part of web based library services. In the same vein, the study also discovered that 93.3% of the respondent utilized library orientation and instruction services, while current awareness service is the least or rarely used conventional library services representing 41.9%. Cumulatively, the study discovered that web based library services are the most preferred services used by the students. The study recommended that university authority and library management should make provision and further advocate the use of web based library services, while the conventional services serve as complimentary. This is pertinent in order to conform to global modern library practice which is characterized by using ICT facilities and resources.
The governance and management of public library services in Nigeria
(Emerald Insight, 2018) Janneke Mostert; Abdulsalam A. Salman
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the managerial and governance issues that impact on service delivery in public libraries in Nigeria. Within many countries this seems to be a challenge often resulting in an ineffective service delivery resulting in underutilisation thereof. This study was conducted among administrators and managers of public libraries in Nigeria to establish the current status quo concerning governance and management issues impacting on service delivery. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative study using interviews was used to illicit data from three permanent secretaries, six public library directors, and six heads of rural community libraries, purposively selected for the study. Findings – The findings show that variables such as relevant academic qualifications, years of experience, and designation of the administrators and managers of public libraries affect service delivery. A huge dependency on government bodies for decision making and funding was established. Impediments to good management of the libraries were found to be inadequate funding; lack of involvement of stakeholders in public library administration; and inappropriate public library legislation. Practical implications – The study recommends the promulgation of a public library-specific act in order to regulate the administration and management of this public unit, involve stakeholders in public library administration, as well as the provision of alternative forms of funding in order to alleviate the dependence on governmental budgets. Originality/value – With very little research available on these issues in Nigeria, this paper will create awareness among all stakeholders of specific governance and managerial issues impacting on effective service delivery to public library users so that it can be addressed. Keywords Governance, Nigeria, Provision of public library services, Public library administration, Public library management, Public library services Paper type Research paper
Proposed Model for Information Access Using Web 2.0 as Platform for Sustainable Development
(International Journal of Information Processing and Communication (IJIPC), 2019) A. A. Olajide; A. A. Salman; D. D. Ashaver
Development has always been a product of information or knowledge produced. Sustaining the development is the aspiration of any organization. Today as a result of lack of access to information; sustaining development is a bit challenging. Web 2.0 has come to the rescue of accessibility of information and at the same time a platform for information and knowledge. It has also been discovered that web 2.0 possess various characteristics that made it a suitable platform for information processing to achieve development. Sustaining the development is now possible on Web 2.0 due to some of its characteristics and the fact that information is better spread and processed on it. The model proposed showed that Web 2.0 is appropriate for information and knowledge accessibility and management with the antedate outcome as sustainable development.
Ethical Issues in the Access and Use of Information Sources in Public Libraries and Publishing Houses in Nigeria: A Papa Model Analysis
(Afr. J. Lib. Arch. and Inf. Sc., 2019) A. A. Salman; D. N. Ocholla and B. J. Mostert; O. A. La’aro
Several ethical issues can impact the process of providing access to information materials for utilisation by the public. This study used the Privacy, Accuracy, Property and Accessibility (PAPA) model to investigate these ethical issues as they pertain to Nigeria. A survey research design using qualitative research method was employed through using interviews to collect data. Public library directors and publishers were targeted, and their responses were thematically analysed. Findings showed that publishing houses adhere to privacy requirements of authors and strive to ensure accuracy of information. Accessibility is provided for by libraries, though specific permissions are sometimes required to use information. Several challenges, such as plagiarism and piracy, were identified. Recommendations include the implementation of legal frameworks regulating the publishing process and the introduction of ethical course in the library school curricula.
Awareness and Perceived Availability as Correlate of Electronic Resources Usage in Academic Libraries in Kwara State
(University of Nebraska, 2019) Bilqees Jumai Nallah; Dr Abubakar L. Folorunsho; Abdul Ayodeji Hadi
Objective- This study investigated the awareness and perceived availability as correlate of electronic resources usage in academic libraries in Kwara State. Method- The study employed survey research method. A sample size of 377 was drawn from a population of 17,336 students. A self-designed and validated questionnaire was used with a reliability co-efficient of r=0.76 using split-half method. Both descriptive and inferential statistic were used to analyze the data. Result- Among others it was found that a significant relationship exists between awareness and use and perceived availability and use of EIR. Most student were aware and use e-resources in the following order: Internet, e-journals and e-books. E-databases available in the libraries are not popular and underutilized by the students. Students uses EIR for assignment, research/project work, preparation for examination, compliment lecture notes and personal development. Some of the challenges hindering use are electricity interruption, insufficient ICT skills, slow internet connectivity, difficulty in accessing e-resources off-campus. Recommendation were made based on the findings.
ATTITUDE OF LIBRARIANS TOWARDS THE USE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN SELECTED ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN KWARA STATE
(University of Nebraska, 2019) Abubakar, Hajarat; Babafemi, Grace; Nallah, Bilqees Jumai; Oyeyemi, Francis Olusanjo
This study examined librarians’ attitude towards the use of ICT in selected academic libraries in Kwara State. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population of the study consist of all the librarians in University of Ilorin, Kwara State University and Al-hikmah University which gives a total number of 51 librarians. A structured questionnaire was developed to elicit information from the 51 librarians from the selected academic libraries in Kwara State, out of which 49 copies of the questionnaire were completely filled and return. The data collected were analyzed with the use of frequency counts, percentages and PPMC. The results of the study revealed that computer, projector, OPAC among others are the ICT facilities available in the selected library. Most importantly, librarians in the study have positive attitudes towards the use of ICT, and there is a significant relationship between attitude and use of ICT among the librarians. Furthermore, the study found that inadequate funding, poor infrastructural facilities among others are the challenges that librarians encountered while using ICT facilities. The study recommended that adequate funds be made available to the libraries, and there should be alternative for the epileptic power supply.
INFORMATION NEEDS AND IMFORMATION SEEKING BEHAVIOUR OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY, MALETE.Nigeria
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2019-04) Yahaya Aliyu Ismaila
In this 21st century, is information and knowledge revolution Many electronic resources have been made most available in the libraries. The increase in availability of information on the Internet has improved Information seeking behavior and needs of most postgraduate students around the globe. Types of information, in a large variety of formats and from many different database, are freely accessible at one place. In the present society, the types of information and the media which present them have become manifold and multifarious, offering many postgraduates students ample opportunity to make choice of selection. Regardless of the group in a human society that is discussed, each one bases its actions upon current information and discards the earlier data. Philosophers emphasize the direct, experiential acquisition of knowledge in the material, physical plane of existence as the most proper form of information. So, no one can deny that knowledge and information are vital.
UTILIZATION AND MANAGEMENT OF SERIAL PUBLICATIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY, MALETE .NIGERIAN
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 2952., 2019-07) Rafiu Olabamiji Ayodele; Yahaya Aliyu Ismaila; Abdul Hadi Ayodeji
This study investigates serials management in kwara state university library, determines the extent to which serials are been accessed and used and appraises the influence of it availability, accessibility and use of serials on undergraduates academic performance. Questionnaire administration method was adopted to accumulate data for the study. Combinations of both open ended and closed-form types of questions were used. The study reveals that most undergraduates’ students in Kwara State University consult serials for leisure and the few that consults serials either use serials in stock. Newspaper magazines were the major forms of serials used by the students in KWASU with Newspapers being the more utilized. University libraries and Internet were the major sources of serials used by the students. The result also reports that most of students from the University consult serials for informative and recreational purpose.
INFORMATION LITREACY SKILLS ON THE USE OF ELECTRONIC RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATES STUDENTS OF UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN AND KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY MALETE, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 2362., 2019-10) Yahaya Aliyu Ismaila
This study examined the influence of computer self-efficacy and information literacy skills on the use of electronic information resources among the undergraduate students in University of Ilorin and Kwara State University. The study research objectives include: (i)determine the influence of computer self-efficacy on the use of Electronic Resources by undergraduates at University of Ilorin and Kwara University, Malete, Kwara state Nigeria; (ii)find whether information literacy influence use of electronic resources by undergraduates at the University of Ilorin and Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State NigeriaAlso, the study adopted descriptive survey design and used a sample of 376 undergraduate students. Data for the study was collected using a questionnaire and were analyzed using frequency count and percentage while the two hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC). The study found that majority of the undergraduate students had a high level of computer self-efficacy which influence their use of electronic information resources. In the same vein, the study found that majority of the undergraduate students found that information literacy skills influence their use of electronic information resources. Furthermore, the study found that the combination of computer self-efficacy and information literacy skills influence the use of electronic information resources by undergraduate students in University of Ilorin and Kwara State University. Similarly, the study found that majority of the undergraduate students use electronic information resources to do their assignment and also use electronic information resources to get relevant academic materials through personal searches. On the other hand, the study found that that management should provide good facilities (e.g., good computer hardware and software and good communication network) to support usage and also improve internet connectivity to improve the use of electronic resources among the undergraduate students. Finally, the study found that both computer self-efficacy and information literacy skills have a significant relationship with the use of electronic information resources.

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