CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF IMPLEMENTING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING IN NIGERIAN LIBRARIES: AN OVERVIEW OF SELECTED CASE STUDIES
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF IMPLEMENTING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING IN NIGERIAN LIBRARIES: AN OVERVIEW OF SELECTED CASE STUDIES
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2024
Authors
WHONG, F. M.
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LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX
Abstract
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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JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY COMPLEX