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The study examined the economics of demanding for information resource, with emphasis on the critical factors affecting the demand for information resources among university library users in 5 out of the 7 federal universities that were fully operational in NorthWest Nigeria during the study period. The study adopted descriptive survey and used quantitative methodology to collect data, via the use of questionnaire from 376 registered users that were randomly sampled for the study. Based on a response rate of 75.2%, the study revealed that both library users and their libraries are responsible for the observed critical factors affecting demand for information resources, among the university libraries in NorthWest Nigeria. While users were not following the appropriate technique for demanding information resources, it was discovered that university libraries were not good enough in providing current and up to date information resources to their users. The study shows that users of university libraries in NorthWest Nigeria are fairly satisfied with information resources they demand because of the poor articulation of their information needs and their inability of using catalogue to demand for information resources. Other issues critically affecting demand for information resources include users' inability of using boolean search techniques, outdated or non-current resources as well as inadequate computer and other information technology hardware for accessing information resources. Cite This Article As: Usman MK (2016). Critical Factors Affecting the Demand for Information Resources among Federal University Library Users in NorthWest Nigeria. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 4(8): 208-215.

The study examined the economics of demanding for information resource, with emphasis on the critical factors affecting the demand for information resources among university library users in 5 out of the 7 federal universities that were fully operational in NorthWest Nigeria during the study period. The study adopted descriptive survey and used quantitative methodology to collect data, via the use of questionnaire from 376 registered users that were randomly sampled for the study. Based on a response rate of 75.2%, the study revealed that both library users and their libraries are responsible for the observed critical factors affecting demand for information resources, among the university libraries in NorthWest Nigeria. While users were not following the appropriate technique for demanding information resources, it was discovered that university libraries were not good enough in providing current and up to date information resources to their users. The study shows that users of university libraries in NorthWest Nigeria are fairly satisfied with information resources they demand because of the poor articulation of their information needs and their inability of using catalogue to demand for information resources. Other issues critically affecting demand for information resources include users' inability of using boolean search techniques, outdated or non-current resources as well as inadequate computer and other information technology hardware for accessing information resources. Cite This Article As: Usman MK (2016). Critical Factors Affecting the Demand for Information Resources among Federal University Library Users in NorthWest Nigeria. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 4(8): 208-215.

To cite this article: M. K. Usman & A. D. Yahaya (2017) The usability traits of theses and dissertations as sources of information to agriculture students, COLLNET Journal of Scientometrics and Information Management, 11:1, 119-131, The study was carried out on 124 students using cross-sectional survey. Questionnaire was used to determine why agricultural students at different levels of study use thesis and dissertation as a source of information. The study shows that thesis and dissertation is considered and used as a source of information by Bachelor of Agriculture students and their Masters of Agriculture counterpart only. There was a positive relationship between students' level of study and usability traits of thesis and dissertation, whereas, no relationship was observed between area of specialization and usability traits of thesis and dissertation. Use of thesis and dissertation was high among animal scientist when compared with other areas of specialization. Thesis and dissertation was mostly used occasionally as a reference material, more peculiar to students during their terminal stage of study. It was recommended that use of thesis and dissertation should be fostered when students are halfway into the university.

Low-loss optical communication requires light sources at 1.5 mum wavelengths. Experiments showed, without much theoretical guidance, that InAs/GaAs quantum dots (QDs) may be tuned to such wavelengths by adjusting the In fraction in an InxGa 1-xAs strain-reducing capping layer. In this paper, systematic multimillion-atom electronic structure calculations explain, qualitatively and quantitatively, for the first time, available experimental data. The nanoelectronic modeling NEMO 3-D simulations treat strain in a 15-million-atom ...

Owing to its capability to measure the sensitive biological data of patients through embedded sensors and transmit them via open wireless channels to remote medical experts, wireless body area network (WBAN) has been playing an important role in pervasive healthcare systems. However, the open nature of the wireless channels renders the data susceptible to being eavesdropped by an adversary and linked to the identities of the transmitting devices, which can enable the adversary to gain sensitive information and launch targeted physical attacks. Therefore, anonymous authentication and confidentiality of the data in WBAN are vital. In the last few years, numerous anonymous authentication schemes based on cryptographic primitives and physiological features were designed to enhance security in WBAN. However, most of the existing schemes are not computationally efficient or require additional sensing hardware. To address these limitations, we propose an efficient anonymous authentication ...

This study investigated the Utilisation of Information Retrieval Tools to Access Information Resources in Bauchi State Public Library The main purpose of the study was to examine the Utilisation of Information Retrieval Tools by users of Bauchi State Public Library. Survey research design was used for the study. Population of 285 users sampled through the use of Krecjie and Morgam Table were used for this study with simple random sampling technique to administer the instrument of data collection which was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics of simple frequency and percentages. Findings from the study showed that very few users of the library were aware of the availability of Information Retrieval Tools, and they are using them to retrieve information resources. Inability of the library to provide adequate retrieval tools, as well as train users on how to use them were found to be some of the challenges users faced in locating information resources. The study concluded that there was inadequate awareness and availability of Information Retrieval Tools in the library. Therefore, the study recommended more awareness, provision of adequate Information Retrieval tools, and training of Users on how to use the tools to locate Information Resources, as some of the measures that will increase the users' access to Information Resources in the library.

The attainment of economic development of any nation will be feasible provided all the essential infrastructures, including libraries, other information agencies and information professionals are given the desired attention to contribute their quota. This is because, for any nation to develop, it needs to have and provide relevant, updated and adequate information on agriculture and food security, democracy, health, education, gender equality, tourism etc. The paper describes the roles of information in the economic development of Nigeria. In addition, the paper also examines the roles of libraries in the provision of information for ensuring the achievement of economic development in Nigeria. Suggestions were proffered on ways libraries can contribute to the nation building through its services and laudable programmes. The challenges faced by libraries in contribution theirs quota toward economic development were also highlighted. However, the paper used a simple methodology of literature review. Based on the review of literature, the paper provided some recommendations.

The study examines the procedures of electronic information resources (EIRs) management in federal university libraries of North West zone of Nigeria. The major objectives of the study were to identify the types of (EIRs) in the libraries of federal university of North West zone of Nigeria as well as processes followed in managing such (EIRs) in the libraries understudy. Related literatures to this study were reviewed. Qualitative research methodology was adopted using narrative research design. Two e-librarians of five (5) federal university libraries were sampled as the participants of the study. Focus group interview was the instrument used to collect data and the data obtained was analyzed using thematic qualitative data analysis. The study revealed that various types of electronic information resources were held and maintained by the university libraries understudy. Such e-resources include electronic databases, these/dissertation, manuscript, conference/seminars proceeding, e-books, e-journals among others. Also, the study revealed step by step procedure in managing electronic information resources in terms of policy statement, selection, acquisition and preservation. Recommendation were given at the end which if followed will help federal universities libraries of North West zone of Nigeria in proper and effective management of electronic information resources.

The study investigated awareness and use of off-line databases for academic activities by undergraduate student in Bayero University Kano. A cross sectional survey design was used for the study and data was generated through the use of questionnaire. The population of the study consists of nine thousand five hundred (9,500) registered undergraduate students. Out of which three hundred and eighty (380) students were used as the sample for the study. Data collected were analyzed using table, frequency and simple percentage. The study found that the library provide quite a number of electronic information resources in their off-line data bases which are relevant to the student needs. The study also revealed lack of awareness on the existence of off-line databases has resulted to inadequate access and use the off-line databases. Challenges such as inadequate funding, poor skills, poor power supply, inability to access the database remotely, and difficulty in logging in have hindered access and use among the students. It was recommended that: there should be adequate user orientation program, training, provision of access to login I.D and password, adequate infrastructural facilities as well as improved power supply.

This study examined staff records management in Federal Universities in North Western states of Nigeria. The study identified the types of staff records generated in the universities, types of facilities made available for the management of staff records, procedures used in managing the records, and the challenges associated with managing the records. The records life cycle model through its phases formed the theoretical foundation of the study. The research adopted cross sectional design of the survey kind, from quantitative research methodology. Data was collected through a questionnaire administered to registry personnel responsible with the management of staff records. The findings of the study indicated that the Federal Universities are generating various types of staff records ranging from personal/confidential, to benefits program records etc. The study established that the facilities available for managing the records were manually-based, equally the procedures used by records personnel in organizing, arranging and filing the staff records were manual, based on numerical arrangement according to staff identification number. The study revealed a lack of records management policy, training and carrier development program for registry staff, congestions arising from poor retention and disposition schedules and lack of modern ICT facilities as problem militating against staff records management. However the study recommends that there should be restructuring of staff records management systems, which should include implementing new policies in order to accommodate the changes brought about by technology. Dedicated budgets should be allocated to the registries. The budget is to make provision for registry supply and equipment especially modern ICT facilities and should sure that registry staff are provided with formal training to update their skills and competences on staff record management and modern technology.

This paper examines the challenges of electronic information resources (EIRs) management in federal University libraries in North Western states of Nigeria. The study used qualitative research methodology and narrative research design to collect data from participants. The population of the study comprised of ten (10) participants purposely sampled from the five (5) federal University libraries in the zone. Focus group interview was the instrument used to collect data, which was analyzed using thematic qualitative data analysis method. The study concludes that various types of EIRs such e-resources include electronic databases, these/dissertation, manuscript, conference/seminars proceeding, e-books, e-journals among others were held and maintained by the university libraries under study. The research also found that the low level of EIRs is as a result of instability of power supply and slow speed network as a result of low bandwidth which affect the internet connectivity, lack of well trained personnel with knowledge in science of management of electronic, technological equipment, poor funding, lack of policy guideline, lack of user education and lack of continuous training. The study recommended that modern ICTs are required for the management of EIRs which will definitely enhance the effective and efficient accessibility and utilization. Also, qualified and competent personnel should serve as e-librarians with regular training and retraining in place for the staff to be able to provide effective and quality service to library users. University libraries are libraries attached to Universities and patronized by students, teachers, researchers and administrative staff of the universities. According to Abubakar (2011), University libraries are at the forefront of providing information services to their respective communities,

n September 25th 2015, countries adopted a set of goals to end O poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all as part of a new sustainable development agenda. There are seventeen general goals for sustainable development. Each goal has specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. For the goals to be reached, all stakeholders need to do their part: governments, the private sector, civil society and people in general. For any nation to develop, it needs to have and provide relevant, updated and adequate information on food security, democracy, health, education, gender equality etc. Obtaining a quality education is the foundation to improving people's lives and sustainable development. Libraries can provide such access to information that would enable people live gainful lives. However, people need to be skilled at identifying, acquiring, organizing, offering for use and publicly preserving materials irrespective of the form in which it is packaged in such a way that when it is needed it can be found and put to use. The paper describes the importance of library campaign as a strategy for actualizing the SDG in Nigeria. In addition, the paper also examines the roles of librarians for ensuring the actualization of the sustainable development goals in the country.

n September 25th 2015, countries adopted a set of goals to end O protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all as part of a new sustainable development agenda. There are seventeen general goals for sustainable development. Each goal has specific targets to be achieved over the next 15 years. For the goals to be reached, all stakeholders need to do their part: governments, the private sector, civil society and people in general. For any nation to develop, it needs to have and provide relevant, updated and adequate information on food security, democracy, health, education, gender equality etc. Obtaining a quality education is the foundation to improving people's lives and sustainable development. Libraries can provide such access to information that would enable people live gainful lives. However, people need to be skilled at identifying, acquiring, organizing, offering for use and publicly preserving materials irrespective of the form in which it is packaged in such a way th...

This study investigates the challenges on the applications of mobile phones for information service provision in university libraries in Kano state Nigeria. Quantitative research methodology was adopted using cross-sectional survey. Relevant data were collected from 103 librarians using questionnaire as an instrument for data collection and these were analyzed using descriptive statistics using frequency and percentages. The Findings from the study revealedthat the types of information services in their respective libraries should be provided using mobile phone technologies as well as the various mobile phone applications that should be deployed to provide such services, the librarians' responses were found to vary but majority (over 70%) of them chose almost all the services suggested in this research study. These services range from various alert and notification services, access to the libraries' databases and OPACs, book reserve services and interlibrary loans to specialized services such as SDI and CAS. All of these services have the potential to be provided through the small screens of mobile phones of users, as there is virtually no area of library service that could not be provided using mobile phones also the study reveals the challenges such as lack of technological knowhow to provide services, inadequate ICT equipment, hardware and software, lack of adequate telecommunication infrastructure, high cost of maintenance, problem with technology, lack of staff training and awareness, erratic power supply and poor internet connectivity.The study therefore recommends that the library management should be proactive in making a decision to adopt the use of mobile phone in information service provision. The study also recommends that the libraries should develop a carefully planned to address the challenges facing mobile phone

This study investigated the readiness on the applications of mobile phones for information service provision in public university libraries in Kano state Nigeria. Quantitative research methodology was adopted using cross-sectional survey. Relevant data were collected from 103 librarians using questionnaire as an instrument for data collection and these were analyzed using descriptive statistics using frequency and percentages. findings from the study revealed 2 For this, the library needs to collaborate with experts and researchers in the ICT field who would provide the trainings.

This paper examines the use of print information resources by undergraduate science students of Bayero University, Kano. The study adopted descriptive survey method. The estimated population for this study is 1487 undergraduate students in the faculty of science Bayero University, Kano during the 2016/2017 academic session. From this population, a sample of 388 was drawn using stratified and simple random sampling technique. The target population was first divided into seven strata via; Biochemistry, Biology & Plant Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, and Zoology from which an appropriate sample of 26% each was drawn using a simple random sampling technique. Questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection, and was administered directly to the respondents sampled. The collected data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as simple percentages and frequency. The study concludes that, majority of undergraduate science students of Bayero University, Kano are using the print information resources that are provided in the library. Also, finding shows that more than 50% of the respondents are using print information resources to write assignments, to become current and to improve their general knowledge. The study recommended that mmm

This paper examines the provision of health information service at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital Medical Library. The study adopted qualitative research methodology using narrative research design to collect data from participants. The population of this study was circulation librarian, reference librarian, serial librarian, e-librarian, reserved/document librarian and the head of the library, making a total of six (6) participants. The study revealed that various types of information resources were held and maintained by the library understudy. Such information resources include print resources which include books, journals, encyclopedia, dictionaries etc and electronic resources which comprises electronic databases, these/dissertation, manuscript, conference/seminars proceeding, e-books, e-journals among others. The research also discovered that, the sources of information resources of the library were mainly from the main library, donation from individuals, corporate organizations such as pharmaceutical companies, professional bodies. Also, the findings showed that the information services provided at the library were selective dissemination of information (SDI), current awareness services (CAS), circulation services, reference services, information searching. The study further revealed that they experienced challenges mainly; inadequate human resources, inadequate and substandard information and communication technologies, poor internet connectivity, insufficient funds and lack of awareness of available services.