DSpace Collection: Library Information Technology

MANAGEMENT AND USE OF LEGAL DEPOSIT MATERIALS ON USERS SUPPORT SERVICES IN STATE BRANCHES OF NATIONAL LIBRARY OF NIGERIA IN NORTH-CENTRAL

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Title: MANAGEMENT AND USE OF LEGAL DEPOSIT MATERIALS ON USERS SUPPORT SERVICES IN STATE BRANCHES OF NATIONAL LIBRARY OF NIGERIA IN NORTH-CENTRAL Authors: Umar, J.Y; Saka, K.A; Musa, B.A Abstract: This study investigated the management and use of legal deposit materials on users support services in State branches of National Library of Nigeria in North-central. Three research questions guided the study in line with the research objectives. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The study population comprised two hundred and fifty-two (252) respondents, one hundred and six (106) staff of legal deposit department and 146 users across the eight State branches in North-central Nigeria. The study adopted complete enumeration or census method due to the small number of the population. Structured questionnaire and checklist were the instruments used for data collection. Data were analysed using frequency counts, percentage, mean and standard deviation using weighted mean score for taking decision. Findings revealed that users support services provided include: reference and information assistance; document delivery; training and orientation; access to electronic databases; and guidance on research methods, branches employed structured methods for organising, cataloguing, preserving, and providing access to these resources with variation in the effectiveness of these practices across branches and the level of use of legal deposit materials was high. Based on the findings, the study concluded that National Library of Nigeria branches in North-central possessed the requisite user support mechanisms for maximising their impact in addressing management inefficiencies, promoting resource utilisation, and mitigating operational constraints. The study recommended that adequate fund budgetary allocation, regular training, ICT infrastructure and information literacy programmes should be provided in National Library of Nigeria branches in North-central.

Role of Libraries in Educational Development of Nigerian Army Personnel.

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Role of Libraries in Educational Development of Nigerian Army Personnel. Authors: Saka, K.A Abstract: This review paper explores the role of libraries in the educational development of Nigerian army personnel with reference to the concept of libraries (pre-industrial, industrial and post-industrial era), education and national development. The paper emphasized on the roles of education in national development to include knowledge production and acquisition, provision of workforce and as well as the general role of libraries such as acquisition and dissemination of information resources, information, computer and digital literacy, preservation of information resources, outreach services, information sharing/networking. The specific roles of libraries by their types include: national library of Nigeria legal deposit, reading promotion and research and publication; while academic libraries role include: complementary role, quality assurance and training. The role of school libraries include acquisition, accessibility and use of collection as well as reading promotion, while that of public library include: service to children and outreach services. One of the roles of special library with respect to the educational development of Nigerian army personnel is the conservation of knowledge and cultural artifacts. Challenges to libraries in the course of discharging their roles include: inflationary trends in the publishing industries, reading culture, funding, incessant power failure and technological issue. Paper concludes that education and library are inseparable as library play vital role towards meeting information and educational needs of Nigerian army personnel. Recommendations were proffered to include: adherence of government to the UNESCO standard in funding education and the need to imbibe reading culture by children, among others.

Influence of Public Enlightenment on Conflict Resolution between Fulani Herders and Farmers in North-Central Nigeria

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Influence of Public Enlightenment on Conflict Resolution between Fulani Herders and Farmers in North-Central Nigeria Authors: Adamu, Y; Saka, K.A; Madu, E.C; Daniel, N.T Abstract: This study examined the influence of public enlightenment programmes on conflict resolution between Fulani herders and farmers in North-Central Nigeria. Using a descriptive survey research design, the study targeted a population of 115,992 farmers and 49,664 nomadic Fulani across 36 conflict-prone Local Government Areas in the region. A stratified sampling technique was employed to select a sample of 500 respondents, out of which 455 completed and returned usable questionnaires. A structured 4-point scale questionnaire served as the instrument for data collection, with a reliability coefficient of 0.79 established through a pilot test. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics via SPSS version 25. Findings from the study revealed that public enlightenment, particularly through video and radio programmes, plays a significant role in conflict resolution between herders and farmers. The regression analysis indicated a statistically significant but modest relationship (R² = 0.154, p < 0.001), suggesting that while public enlightenment contributes to resolving conflicts, other factors may also be influential. The study concludes that media-driven enlightenment initiatives—supported by traditional and religious leaders—are vital tools in promoting peaceful coexistence and reducing violent clashes. It is recommended that targeted awareness campaigns be intensified through accessible platforms, including vernacular radio, religious outreach, and video-based programmes. These should emphasize peaceful coexistence, the socio-economic consequences of conflict, and the mutual benefits of cooperation. The active involvement of faith-based organizations and community influencers is also encouraged to foster trust and shared understanding among the conflicting groups.

Influence of Library Environment, Information Resource Availability and Use on Academic Activities of Teachers in Unity Colleges in FCT Abuja, Nigeria: Hypothetical Approach

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Influence of Library Environment, Information Resource Availability and Use on Academic Activities of Teachers in Unity Colleges in FCT Abuja, Nigeria: Hypothetical Approach Authors: Suleiman, Y.; Saka, K.A; Musa, B.A Abstract: This study adopted hypothetical approach to investigate the influence of library environment, information resource availability and use on academic activities of teachers in Unity Colleges in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. The research assessed the impact of library environment, information resource availability and use on academic activities of teachers in Unity Colleges, FCT Abuja. Four (4) null hypotheses were formulated and tested at the 0.05 significance level. The study employed descriptive survey design with population of 4,233 teachers across the six Unity Colleges in FCT Abuja. A sample of 351 teachers were adopted using proportionate stratified sampling technique. Data were collected through structured questionnaire, validated by lecturers in the department of Library and Information Science, Federal University of Technology Minna, and the reliability coefficient of the instrument was established with the overall Cronbach’s alpha of 0.97. Inferential statistics, including regression analysis and composite regression were used to test the four null hypotheses and analyze the data. The results of the hypotheses tested revealed significant and positive influence among library environment, information resource availability and use on academic activities of teachers in Unity colleges in FCT, Abuja. The combined influence of library environment and information resource utilization significantly enhance the academic activities of teachers. The study concluded that a well-equipped library and effective resources utilization are essential for enhancing teachers’ academic performance. Recommendations included improving resource availability, especially for students with disabilities, and enhancing the physical library environment to support teaching and research.