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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.
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.
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.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY FACILITIES FOR USE BY LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE EDUCATORS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN ABIA STATE, NIGERIA
(Journal of applied Information Science and Technology, 2020-02) Olusola OLOWOKERE; Yahaya Aliyu ISMAILA2; Abdullahi Maito RASAQ
Purpose: The study assessed the provision of Information and Communication Technology facilities for use by Library and Information Science educators in public University Libraries in Abia State, Nigeria. Design/Methodology/Approach: Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Three research questions guided the study while three null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The population of the study was 30 Library and Information Science (LIS) educators drawn from Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) and Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU). The entire 31 LIS educators were used as respondents for the study. Data for the study were collected with a well-structured 25-item questionnaire. Data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions while the hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics.] Findings: From the data collected and analyzed, the study identified 9 rationale for providing Information and Communication Technology facilities, 9 factors that militate against the provision of Information and Communication Technology facilities in public university libraries and 7 strategies for enhancing the provision of Information and Communication Technology facilities for use by Library and Information Science educators in public university libraries. Originality/Value: Based on the findings, the study recommended that there should be capacity building training for both staff in effective utilization of ICT facilities for quality research and skills in Nigerian universities and that the identified problems hindering effective provision of ICT facilities in public universities libraries should be properly addressed by the government and school authorities.
USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA.
(Kelpro Bulletin, 2020-02) Yahaya Aliyu Ismaila; Rafiu Olabamiji Ayodele And Abdul Hadi Ayodeji
The study explored the awareness and use of social media tools in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria. The data was collected from a sample of 360 users through questionnaire method. Users were faculty and students of seven academic institutions in Kwara State. The major objectives are to know the awareness and use, effectiveness of social media tools in their institution and to dig out the problems in their use. It is found that lion’s share are aware of social media tools, more than half found it as effective, more than half regularly using, twitter is used most, almost cent percent are using it for personal research/study/examination, inadequate power supply is the major hurdle, respondents suggested to provide adequate funds. The study noted the following requirements needed, adequate power supply, continuous internet facilities and conduct training programs
PERCEPTION OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ON PROQUEST PUBLISHING OF THESES AND DISSERTATIONS IN KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY, MALETE
(Journal of applied Information Science and Technology 13 (1)2020 Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman;Yahaya Aliyu Ismaila; Rafiu Olabamiji Ayodele and Abdul Hadi Ayodele, 2020-04)
Abstract: Purpose: This paper investigated the perception of the postgraduate students on the Kwara State University theses and dissertations published by ProQuest Online Database. Design/Methodology/Approach: The methodology used consists of survey research design using quantitative method through questionnaire administration. The population of the study is two hundred and fifty (250) consisting of all postgraduate students in the existing six colleges in the University (College of Agric and Veterinary Sciences, College of Education, College of Humanities, Management and Social Science, College of Information and Communication Science, College of Pure and Applied Sciences, and College of Engineering Technology).Due to the limited number of the study population, total enumeration was used to gather data from the respondents. Responses were analyzed using the descriptive statistical methods. Findings: The results revealed that the College of Humanities and Social Sciences had more postgraduate students of 22.4% than the remaining five colleges. MS.c. students were more in number (175), representing 70% of the overall respondents, while the least number was found in the other post graduate programmes, such as: postgraduate diplomas and certificates. It was also discovered that most postgraduate students were happy to publish the outcomes of their research findings in ProQuest outlet. This was because of the benefits of global visibility, awareness, impact of the outcomes of their research findings as facilitated by ProQuest. They also attested to the quality and originality of ProQuest publishing. The study revealed that ProQuest publications were accepted for promotion exercise in their places of work, regardless of other outlets that respondents were familiar with, such as, Scopus,and Emerald. Implication: It is suggested that for ProQuest publishing of postgraduate publications, especially theses and dissertations to flourish, there is the need to improve on the publishing completion time from eight weeks to between four and five weeks. This will increase the revenue base of the University. The University name should also be prominently configured in the search engine optimization (SEO) alongside with ProQuest for better visibility, among others. Originality/Value: It was recommended that ProQuest publishing should be encouraged beyond theses and dissertations, but other research breakthroughs recorded by the university in order to improve on the university web ranking and visibility.
Availability, Accessibility, and Use of Electronic Information Resources among Undergraduate Students in Fountain University Library, Osogbo
(Journal of Library and Information Sciences, 2020-05) Abdulsalam Abiodun SALMAN; Abdulganiy Okanla AHMED; Rasheed Olansile RAHEEM; Grace Dolapo PELEMO
This study investigated the availability, accessibility, and use of electronic information resources among undergraduate students in Fountain University Library, Osogbo. Survey research design was deployed, while quantitative research method was adopted using questionnaire for data gathering. The population of the study was nine hundred and fourteen (914), where a sample size of two hundred and seventy-eight (278) was determined using Research Advisors Table. Questionnaire was administered on the sample size and the data gathered were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings discovered that eLibrary is available with functional twenty (20) All-in-One Computer Workstations. It was revealed that OPAC, EbiscoHost, Research4Life, ScienceDirect, and e-resources (textbooks and journals) on Nursing, Law, Medical Laboratory Science, and Public Health are available. Few e-resources for all other twelve programmes in the university are also available in the eLibrary. Findings discovered that, e-references, CD-ROM, e-bibliography and e-archives were not available. It was also discovered that the available electronic information resources, though, accessible, but were not sufficientfor adequate use by the respondents. Considerably, majority of the respondents have a positive perception of electronic information resources and services. The study recommended that there should be acquisition of more data bases in addition to those in use, as well as, subscription to more e-resources, especially books and journals, which will cut across all the twelve programmes in the university. This will improve patronage and satisfaction of the patrons in order to justify the huge amount invested in the project.
Heavy Metal Uptake Responses in Plants Grown on Crude Oil-Polluted Soils as Prospects for Phytoremediation
(African Journal of Applied Sciience and Environmental Management, 2020-07-06) OLAWEPO, GK; 1OGUNKUNLE, CO; 1FATOBA, PO; 1ANIMASAUN, DA; 2BENUWABOR, PO; 3DANZAKI, MM
The demand and utilization of petroleum products have re-energized its exploration and exploitation globally and this upsurge in world production, refining and distribution of petroleum products have brought with it various problems of environmental pollution, which have effects on the ecosystems. Twenty (24) polyethylene pots each containing 7 kg of sandy loam soil mixed with 50 ml of crude oil, were arranged in the Botanical garden of the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, to assess their ability to phytoextract heavy metals in Crude oil-polluted soil. Seeds of Amaranthus hybridus L., Tithonia diversifolia, Abelmoschus esculentus L. and Zea mays were sown in polyethylene containers containing 7 kg of contaminated or Control soil. The containers were arranged in a complete randomized design. Plants were left to grow for two months with regular watering. Plants were harvested, separated into roots and shoots and oven-dried to constant weight. The experimental plants have been able to reduce the concentration of Cu in both soils by about 45% to 85%, Cr in the soil by 92.08% to 96.72%, as the residual concentration varied between 66.00 mg/kg and 99.00 mg/kg, Cd in the soil was reduced to 4.00 mg/kg and 17 mg/kg which represented 96.8% and 86.4% reduction. Tithonia had the highest Pb reduction in crude oilpolluted soil. Ni concentration was reduced by 85.84% by Tithonia planted in crude oil-polluted soil, 94.59% by Amaranthus hybridus planted in Control soil. These show that all the test plants were good phytoextractors of the metals.

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