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    INFORMATION ON DRUG ABUSE AMONG SCIENCE EDUCATION STUDENTS OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY ZARIA THE ROLE OF LIBRARIANS
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Jimoh, Amina Oiza; Ibikunle, Gladys Omolola; Garba, Ali Karaye
    Illicit circulation of drugs around the world has led to substance abuse among youths at an alarming rate which has both physiological and psychological effects on humans. This paper focuses on the role of librarians as service providers in the provision of information on drug abuse among the Science Education students of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. To achieve this, three (3) research questions were formulated. However, survey research design was adopted for the study, the total population of registered Science education students was 1009 and the sample size of ten (10%) out of the total population of is 100. The closed ended questionnaire was used, which covered all the research questions. The total response rate derived was 83(83%). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and results were presented in tables. The findings revealed a high level of awareness on drug related matter. It was recommended that librarians should intensify awareness and intervention strategies on curbing drug abuse
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    LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX
    EDITORIAL NOTE This edition of the Library and Information Management Forum features sixteen (16) high quality and peer reviewed articles with contemporary articles in line with global trends as well as specialized content areas in the field of Library and Information Science. Statistically, 2(13%) of the article focuses on Artificial Intelligence, 4(26%) of the papers focused on Information and Communication Technology, 1(7%) focused on Open Educational Resources, 4(26%) of the papers focused on Libraries and Librarians, 1(7%) of the articles focused on Record retention, 1(7%) of the papers focused on Metadata, 1(7%) focused on Drug abuse, while 1(7%) of the papers focused on Climate Change Misinformation. The lead paper by Whong, investigated the Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Nigerian Libraries. Urhiewhu and Idiodi also Investigated Information and Communication Technologies Utilization for Resource Management in Academic and Special Libraries. Similarly, Iheagwam and Edom discussed the Utilization of Artificial Intelligence in Academic Libraries in Nigeria, its Benefits and Challenges. On the other hand, Bakrin, examined the Role of Library Personnel in the Creation, Advocacy and Discoverability of Open Educational Resources in Nigerian Universities. Likewise, Hashim, Maji, Ayodele, and Isah, investigated the Use of Web-based Information Services for Academic Activities by Undergraduate Students of Department of Mass Communication, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Yakubu and Olaogun, investigated Empowering Information Service Delivery: The Roles of Women Librarians in Promoting Academic Library Development in Taraba State, Nigeria. While Gambo, explored Influence of the Use of Records Retention Schedule in Shari’a Courts for Dispensation of Justice in Kaduna State. Ozor, Gbishe, and Suleiman, focused on Determining Who is a Librarian: Skills, Competencies for the 21st Century Librarian. Yusuf, focused on the Utilization of Metadata Standard for Description and Facilitation of Access to Legal Information Resources in the Networked Digital Environment. Similarly, Idiodi, Izevbigie and Omoregie, examined Library Innovation, Financial Accountability in Library, and academic performance of Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria. Mohammed, Gambo and Unobe discussed Strategies for Enhancing Visibility and Accessibility of Scholarly Contents in Academic Digital Repositories. Also, Jimoh, Ibikunle and Garba focused on Information on Drug Abuse among Science Education Students of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria: The Role of librarians. While, Mohammed, Umar and Maifata, investigated the Preservation and Utilization of Digital Information Resources in Selected Federal University Libraries in the North West, Nigeria. Nzewi & Agboola investigated the Relationship between Work Condition and Institutions Commitment by Librarians in Academic Libraries All the articles contained in this edition were peer reviewed by experts in various content areas of Library and Information profession before the acceptance for inclusion. Sincere gratitude goes to the editorial team of this journal and the reviewers who ensured that this edition sees the light of the day. I therefore, recommend this edition to all stakeholders in the profession to purchase and utilize. Dr. Amina Oiza Jimoh Editor-in-Chief
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    PRESERVATION AND UTILIZATION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION RESOURCES IN SELECTED FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN NORTH WEST, NIGERIA
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Mohammed, Abdullahi Abubakar; Umar, Aishatu Halilu; Maifata, Nurudeen
    The study investigated the Preservation and utilization of digital information resources in selected federal university libraries in the North West, Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design and the population of the study consisted of 172 librarians from the three selected federal university libraries in North West, Nigeria. There was no sampling technique involved in the study because the researcher is interested in the total population; therefore total census method was adopted in the study. Questionnaire was used as the research instrument for collecting data in this study. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency distribution, percentages, mean and standard deviation. Findings reveal that the types of software used in digital information resources in the selected federal university libraries are Dspace, Integrated libraries software, LOCKSS, Fedora and E-print, D-space, LOCKSS, Fedora and E-print are highly utilized software for digital preservation in the selected federal university libraries and Erective power supply, lack of technical know-how, problem of retrieved of record being downloading, ICT are slow inadequate, Life span of physical media where the information is store and weak Internet connectivity are the Challenge in the preservation and utilization of Digital Information Resources in the selected federal university libraries. The study concluded the selected federal university libraries have adopted a range of sophisticated software systems, including DSpace, Integrated Library Systems (ILS), LOCKSS, Fedora, and EPrints, to support their digitization and digital preservation efforts. Among these, DSpace, LOCKSS, Fedora, and EPrints are highly utilized for their robust capabilities in managing and preserving digital content. However, the effectiveness of these software systems is significantly challenged by several factors such as erratic power supply among others. The study recommended that among others that budgetary allocation to the libraries could be directed with specific aim to boost the provision of digital software, ICT facilities and equipment in the libraries since it is the vogue of research in contemporary time
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    CLIMATE CHANGE MISINFORMATION & LITERACY PERCEPTION OF SELECTED UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN A UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Adetoro, Salau Sadiat; Michael, Obaje Alfred; Abdullahi, Isah Yahaya
    The paper presented the findings about the perceptions of selected undergraduate students on climate change misinformation and literacy. Empirical data was collected using an exploratory approach. The perception of 60 selected undergraduates on climate change misinformation and the use of Open Education Resources (OERs) to curb climate misinformation. To reduce biases, students selected for data collection were not in disciplines related to environmental sciences, geography or climate science. The data collected indicated that the students understand that climate change exists, although over half of the respondents were not sure if they had been misinformed about climate change from their most used sources of climate change information. The study concluded that climate change awareness is rapidly gaining ground as the perception about climate change and its consequences is no longer in doubt among the students. The study recommended that librarians in the open access space play a key role by increasing accessibility to diverse high quality OERs that would provide accurate information on climate change. Librarians can also use social media platforms and other digital tools to enhance students’ critical thinking and media literacy skills thereby enabling them to discern credible information about climate change from misinformation
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    ASSESSING INFORMATION LITERACY COMPETENCIES OF FRESH STUDENTS AT BAUCHI STATE UNIVERSITY GADAU: INSIGHTS FROM THE LIBRARY ENVIRONMENT
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Mohammed,; Adamu; Yusuf,; Asma’u Muhammad
    The purpose of this study is to understand the levels of freshers’ information literacy skills at Bauchi State University Gadau, Nigeria. This study was conducted using cross sectional survey research method A questionnaire developed was used for data collection, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics of percentages and frequencies that was described in chart formats. The target population in this study comprise of 3,236 freshers during the 2022/2023 academic session of Bauchi State University Gadau. Based on the simple random sampling method, the sample size is three hundred and forty-four (344) as determined by the statistical formulation provided by Yamane (1967). The findings showed that the freshers acquire information literacy skills during orientation, workshops or from course syllabus. the study also found that freshers at Bauchi State University Gadau do not have the proper understanding of the concept of information literacy and cannot identify credible sources of information. Thus, this study recommends that more formal training programmes concerning information literacy skills need to be integrated into freshers’ curriculum to support the students learning and can improve their understanding of the concept of information literacy skills
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    WORK CONDITION AND INSTITUTIONS COMMITMENT BY LIBRARIANS IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) NZEWI,; Adaeze Nwona; Agboola,; Celine Akudo
    In this study, the researcher investigated the Relationship between Work Condition and Institutions Commitment by Librarians in Academic Libraries. The study ascertained the relationship between training, promotion, disciplinary measures, and Institutions commitment. Three hypotheses guided the study in line with its purpose. The design of the study was correlational. The study population is one hundred and twenty-one (121) and comprises the librarians and library officers of the twelve tertiary education institutions in Anambra State. The entire population was used for the study; thus, the census method of sampling technique was adopted. Reliability coefficients of 0.76 and 0.88 were attained for work conditions and Institutions commitment using the Cronbach alpha reliability statistics method. The t-test was used to test hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The study's findings showed a highly positive and significant relationship between training, promotion, disciplinary measures and Institutions commitment. Based on the findings, the researcher recommended that the authorities of the academic libraries in Anambra State should ensure strict and unbiased implementation of the various working conditions in their academic libraries to ensure steady growth and development.
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    EMPOWERING INFORMATION SERVICE DELIVERY THE ROLES OF WOMEN LIBRARIANS IN PROMOTING ACADEMIC LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT IN TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Yakubu, Attahiru Liman; Olusegun, Victor Olaogun
    The study investigated the empowering information service deliver, the roles of women librarians in promoting library development in Taraba State, Nigeria. This study was guided by the following research objectives: to determine the roles played by women librarians for effective information service delivery in academic libraries in Taraba State, to determine the level of services available for the women librarian in delivering the role in academic libraries studied Taraba State and to identify the challenges faced by women librarians in academic Libraries in Taraba State. The study focused on the following tertiary institutions namely; Federal University Wukari, Taraba State University Jalingo, Kwararafa University Wukari, College of Education Zing, College of Health Takum, College of Health and Midwifery Jalingo, State Polytechnic Suntai and Federal Polytechnic Bali. This study employed the use of descriptive research design. The study population consisted of 45 women librarians in academic libraries in Taraba State, Nigeria. Census techniques were used for this study. In this study, since the total number of women librarians was not large, the total enumeration sampling technique was adopted to gather the data. The findings of the study revealed that women librarians played key roles that contribute largely to library services for the benefits of the users and community service. The finding also established that women librarians organize various advocacy programmes for community services in order to promote information literacy. The study shows that challenges hindering the expected role of women librarians include lack of poor skills and competencies, inadequate knowledge of computer and office tools. The study concluded that the role of woman librarians in tertiary institutions cannot be underestimated. This is because women librarians’ information service delivery has become vital in modern era in line with the global equality goal in the educational system. It recommended that there is the need for the government to train or develop the woman librarians on the dynamic of information service delivery in electronic library system, in order to cope with the information demands
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    STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING VISIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF SCHOLARLY CONTENTS IN ACADEMIC DIGITAL REPOSITORIES AN OVERVIEW
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Mohammed, Abdullahi Abubakar; Gambo, Liman Abdulhamid; Elameyi, Susan Unobe
    Academic digital repositories are critical infrastructure for preserving and disseminating scholarly knowledge in the digital age. This article presents the strategies for enhancing the visibility and accessibility of scholarly content within these repositories. Drawing on recent research and case studies, we examine the proliferation of digital repositories in tandem with the broader trends of digitization and open access in scholarly communication. The importance of visibility and accessibility in scholarly content cannot be overstated, as evidenced by studies demonstrating scholars' preferences for online access and the positive correlation between accessibility and citation impact. However, repositories face numerous challenges, including managing the volume of scholarly content, limited resources, and adherence to evolving standards. To address these challenges, repositories can employ strategies such as metadata optimization, search engine optimization, integration with discovery platforms, social media promotion, and compliance with accessibility standards. Additionally, embracing open access principles and fostering collaboration among stakeholders are crucial for advancing the accessibility and impact of scholarly content. Case studies of successful repositories, such as arXiv and PubMed Central, offer insights into effective practices for enhancing visibility and accessibility. Academic digital repositories can achieve their goals of promoting cooperation and creativity in research as well as easy access to scholarly content by putting these tactics into practice and adopting open access principles
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    LIBRARY INNOVATION, FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY IN LIBRARY, AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Idiodi, Evelyn Omoluabi; Izevbigie, D.P.I.; Omoregie, G. Osagie
    The paper is an empirical interrogation into the relationship between library innovation, financial accountability in library, and academic performance in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted for this research through the administration of likert-scale questionnaire to randomly selected academic staff in Edo State, Lagos State, and Abuja, Nigeria. They constituted the sample size as representative of large number of academicians in Nigeria.The Cochran (1977) formula was used in arriving at a sample size from the large population, while primary data for the study were derived through the means of well-structured questionnaire administered on randomly selected sample respondents. A Cochran sample size, of four hundred and twenty (420) copies of questionnaire were administered, while about 395 copies were retrieved. After sorting for defects and mutilated copies, 384 copies were used for the study. Frequencies, percentages, and inferential statistics were used to analyze the responses. The findings showed that, on average, there was a significant correlation between academic performance at Nigerian tertiary institutions and library innovation, as well as a significant correlation between financial accountability in libraries and academic performance in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Based on these results, it is advised that the appropriate government authorities develop policies as soon as possible to bring about the desired improvement in tertiary education performance, with a focus on strengthened financial accountability in library systems throughout Nigerian tertiary institutions and better library innovation.
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    DETERMINING WHO IS A LIBRARIAN SKILLS COMPETENCIES FOR THE 21st CENTURY LIBRARIAN
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) OZOR, Stella Enwelimnkem; GBISHE, Elijah Korshima; SULEIMAN, Suleiman T.
    The Study Focused On Determining who is a librarian: skills, competencies for the 21st century librarian, The objective was to explore how professional Librarians assess their information literacy (IL) and which knowledge, skill and attitude they consider important in facilitating the developing of IL of library users. Librarians need knowledge and skills in pedagogy and andragogy, instructional design, information technology, foreign languages, marketing, information sources and databases as well as on learning domain. The Paper also highlighted the increasing role of technology in libraries has a significant impact on the changing roles of librarians. How the 21st century librarian is required to be very much updated of technological changes, Social skills, personal characteristic and attitude of librarians are very important in facilitating IL. Additionally, some of these skills may not be as important as others. The place of employment will have a large impact on exactly what is needed to thrive in a particular position in a particular job and the specific competencies most important in that occupation. The study expressed the view that all librarians and information professionals must be able to advice users individually to facilitate their information literacy IL, but not all should be required to deliver courses and lectures for a group of students or library users. Way forward, librarians should always leverage on the available opportunities in information technology IT, so as to keep them abreast of the latest innovation in Librarianship.
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    CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF IMPLEMENTING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING IN NIGERIAN LIBRARIES: AN OVERVIEW OF SELECTED CASE STUDIES
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) WHONG, F. M.
    Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies into services delivery in Nigerian libraries offers revolutionary possibilities as well as serious challenges. This paper examines six case studies and the challenges involved in integrating AI and ML into the Nigerian library system, highlighting the urgent need for technology development in this field. The paper found the following challenges exist: insufficient financial resources, a shortage of qualified workers, issues with data availability and quality, challenges related to legislation and regulation, and cultural and societal barriers, and knowledge and the skill set required for integrating AI and ML personnel shortage. Notwithstanding these challenges, AI and ML present several chances to improve library services by means of enhanced information retrieval, automated routine chores, optimum resource management, greater accessibility, and the promotion of research and innovation. Therefore, this paper attempts to direct the successful implementation of AI and ML in Nigerian libraries, making sure they stay relevant and able to satisfy the changing demands of their users in the digital era, by looking at successful case studies and offering strategic recommendations for successful implementation
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    UTILIZATION OF METADATA STANDARD FOR DESCRIPTION AND FACILITATION OF ACCESS TO LEGAL INFORMATION RESOURCES IN THE NETWORKED DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Salihu, Ibrahim Yusuf
    Creation of metadata is generally done to ensure continuous and steady identification, location and access to legal information resources particularly, in networked digital information environment such as the web. This paper discusses utilization of metadata standards for facilitating access to legal information resources in the network digital environment by examining the traditional and ICT related knowledge and skills of the metadata librarian in describing and creating access. Nature of Law, its information resources and use were highlighted to provide background insight for the paper. The emergence of metadata was traced to the traditional function of nascent library cataloguing up to the contemporary application of MARC, BIBFRAME and Linked Data Frameworks for resource description, interoperability, access and resource sharing. Metadata Standards such as Dublin Core and Mark-up Languages such as, XML among others suitable for describing digital information resources were captured for informative and illustrative purposes. Furthermore, types and importance of metadata in organization and facilitation of access to law information resources were equally explained. The paper concluded by drawing attention to the roles metadata librarian play in enhancing the discovery, access and utilization of legal information resources
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    INFLUENCE OF THE USE OF RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE IN SHARI’A COURTS FOR DISPENSATION OF JUSTICE IN KADUNA STATE
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Gambo, Liman Abdulhamid
    The study explores the influence of records retention schedules in Shari’a courts on the dispensation of justice in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Shari’a courts, which handle cases under Islamic law, are a critical component of the Nigerian legal system. Effective records management is essential for ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient decision-making in these courts. To investigate the specific influence of records retention schedules on the justice system in Shari’a courts, the study employed a quantitative approach using a cross-sectional survey. The population included 259 Shari’a court staff, with a stratified sampling technique used to select 143 staff members (53%). Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire, revealing that General Records Retention Schedule and Custom Records Retention Schedule influences dispensation of justice in Shari’a courts in Kaduna State. The study concluded that the use of records retention schedules significantly impacts the dispensation of justice in Shari’a courts in Kaduna State. Based on these findings, the study recommends that the courts management should mandate all record managers to strictly adhere to the constructs of retention schedule in their everyday record management practices
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    INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES UTILIZATION FOR RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN ACADEMIC AND SPECIAL LIBRARIES: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Lucky, Oghenetega Urhiewhu; Omoluabi, Idiodi Evelyn
    This study looked into how digital technologies, such as computers, the internet, and mobile devices, are used to manage library resources in academic and special libraries. With a target population of 27,730, the study surveyed 845 librarians, staff members, and users using a descriptive research approach and questionnaires. Notwithstanding the widespread belief that special libraries have more ICT resources than academic libraries, the findings demonstrated that ICTs are underutilized in resource management. The study really discovered that compared to special libraries, academic libraries in South-South, Nigeria have greater ICT resources. ICT adoption in resource management requires more than just having them available; a dependable power source and a motivated workforce are also essential for successful ICT implementation
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    THE ROLE OF LIBRARY PERSONNEL IN THE CREATION, ADVOCACY AND DISCOVERABILITY OF OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Sirajudeen, Femi Bakrin
    This study examines the management of open educational resources (OER) among personnel working in university libraries in Osun State. it looks at the involvement of the staff in the creation, advocacy, and discoverability of OER in the institutions. The sampling technique included one hundred and sixty-three (163) library personnel 91 librarians and 72 library officers serving in the institutions. A descriptive survey design was adopted using a structured questionnaire via Google Forms through the Osun State chapter of the Nigeria Library Association, and personal e-mail addresses. Only one hundred and sixteen (116) respondents filled out and submitted the questionnaire. The data generated from this process was analyzed subsequently using descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that the personnel are involved in advocacy projects, creation, and discoverability of OER in the university libraries. However, there is room for improvement to deepen this crucial involvement.
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    UTILIZATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA: BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES
    (LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX, 2024) Nkechi, Iheagwam Sarah; Basil, O. Edom
    Modern technology has proved itself a major force in virtually every sector in contemporary life. This is on the assumption that almost every human activity is basically scientific, technical or technological in form. The fizzing space of changes in society and in all aspects of education as key to human development has heightened the need for more innovations and creativity in education, not least in Academic Libraries as the hub of academic service delivery. One emerging technology in response to this need that is gaining traction across the globe is Artificial Intelligence (AI), a multitask computer system set to redefine the way libraries and other sectors function. This paper titled Utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Academic Libraries in Nigeria: Benefits and Challenges is a qualitative assessment of the use of the latest technology in Academic Libraries in Nigeria and issues around it. The paper seeks to plough related literature to arrive at the conceptual meaning and interpretation of this 21st century breakthrough and possible benefits and pit-falls in the context of Academic Libraries, it's socio-ecological variants that surround it's utilization in Nigeria was also explored. Conclusion was drawn on the basis of which way suggestions were made