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Ngozi Njideka Okechukwu
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Digital Preservation Challenges in Nigerian University Libraries and the Development of an Open-Source Preservation Software Model Agatha Ujunwa Nnatu; Emmachika Onyebuchi Lynda; Ngozi Njideka Okechukwu
Research Trend in Technology and Management Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Research Trend in Technology and Management
Publisher : RTTM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56442/rttm.v4i1.125

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The rapid growth of digital resources in Nigerian university libraries has outpaced the development of effective preservation strategies, leading to challenges such as data loss, technological obsolescence, and limited institutional support. The study used a descriptive survey design to examine perceptions of digital preservation practices, challenges, and open source software adoption in Nigerian university libraries. The area of study covered selected Nigerian universities. The population comprised librarians and Library and Information Science students. A sample of sixty five respondents (23 males, 42 females) was selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire measured on a four point Likert scale. The instrument was validated by experts and showed acceptable reliability (Cronbach alpha = 0.78). Data collection was conducted online via Google Form. Descriptive statistics and ANOVA were used for data analysis. The findings show minor gender based variations in digital preservation practices, challenges, capacity, and tool usage in Nigerian university libraries. Females slightly rated formal policies (3.40), standardized formats (3.38), and backups (1.95) higher than males (3.26, 3.30, 1.57), while males perceived routine checks more positively (2.30). Major problems in both sexes consist of lack of good ICT infrastructure (3.35 3.40) and lack of funding (2.98 3.22). Women viewed greater ability to adopt open-source software (3.48) and familiarity with other tools like DSpace (2.60). The results of ANOVA in all hypotheses showed a statistically significant finding of no gender differences (p>0.05). Based on this, the research concludes that digital preservations in Nigerian university libraries are limited by the lack of finances, infrastructure, and expertise. Intense institutional backing, intensified employee development, improved information and technology infrastructure, and the implementation of tailored open-source preservation systems therefore become fundamental corrective interventions
Assessment of Accommodation and Space Requirements in Private University Libraries in South East Nigeria in Alignment with Librarians' Registration Council of Nigeria Minimum Standards and Guideline Ngozi Njideka Okechukwu; Ngozi Njideka Okechukwu; Anthonia Ukamaka Echedom
Jurnal Pembelajaran, Bimbingan, dan Pengelolaan Pendidikan Vol. 6 No. 6 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17977/um065.v6.i6.2026.1

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The research was conducted using descriptive survey design to determine the accommodation and space needs in the private universities libraries in South East Nigeria. It was carried out in all the fourteen universities in the area using an observation checklist and structured interviews using Librarians Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) criteria. Instruments were checked with the experts and reliability tested, being very consistent. The information was gathered based on on-site visits that allowed observing and communicating with librarians directly. It was analyzed in percentages with a set of 70 as the benchmark of compliance. The methodology was a systematic way of assessing the effectiveness of the libraries in terms of facilities and services against LRCN standards. Findings indicated that the private university libraries in South East Nigeria conformed to LRCN standards of accommodation and space moderately. The number of assessed items, 23, aligns with most libraries (15/23) giving a partial correlation. The most essential facilities like staff offices, reading, ICT rooms, parking and the internet were mostly provided. But there were severe weaknesses in such aspects as accessibility to the special needs individuals, continuous power supply, noise requirements, exhibition facilities, and disaster management policies. Other facilities like common rooms of the staff and reading areas of the children were more or less absent. According to the study, despite the partial adherence to LRCN standards in South East Nigeria by the private university libraries, there is still need to work on the libraries to comply with the standards completely. The management of the university was advised to focus on improving the infrastructural development, inclusion in design, and compliance with the regulatory requirements to improve the effectiveness of the library.
Co-Authors Agatha Ujunwa Nnatu Anthonia Ukamaka Echedom Emmachika Onyebuchi Lynda