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  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 34 (1), 2024
    Vol. 34 No. 1 (2024)

    EDITORIAL

     The place of high impact, implementable and practicable research in LIS cannot be overemphasized. For this reason, NLN places high premium on supporting the documentation and dissemination of topical research in LIS through the Nigerbiblios and other IT based services. The featured articles in this volume explore critical areas addressing contemporary trends in Library and Information Services, including Open Access, Artificial Intelligence, Bibliometrics, E-learning, and Collaboration among Libraries, alongside key topics in classical librarianship. The articles are:

     1.Adopting Artificial Intelligence in Academic Library Services

    2.Agricultural Information Generation and Dissemination by Agricultural Extension workers

    3.Artificial Intelligence and the future of Academic Library Service

    4.Bibliometric Analysis of Nigerbiblios Journal

    5.Methods of Preserving and Promoting Cultural Heritage Resources

    6.Proficiency as Correlates of Electronic Information Resources usage for Research

    7.Psychological factors and use of Open Access Resources

    8.Public Libraries collaboration with societal groups

    9.Relevance of Public Libraries on people with Disabilities in Osun State

    10.Research Support Services

    11.Roles of Libraries in Educational development of Army personnel

    12.Self-Efficacy and Altruism as Predictors of Technology- Enabled Knowledge Sharing

    13.Sustainable Adoption of e-Learning in Tertiary Education

    14.The Role of Library and Information Services in National security

    It is our resolve to ensure compliance with trends in scholarly communication through open access. Thus, Nigerbiblios is now accessible online via https://nigerbiblios.nln.gov.ng/

     

    Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi

    Editor-in-Chief

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 33 (2), 2023
    Vol. 33 No. 2 (2023)

    EDITORIAL

    This edition of Nigerbiblios - Vol 33 (2) 2023 is packed with a wide range of articles on topical issues in the field of Information and Library Science. Nigerbiblios have been a longstanding journal that has provided LIS professionals with a platform for disseminating and assessing high impact research outputs.

    The following articles are featured in this issue:

    1. User-Friendliness, Aptitudes, And Utilization Of Information And Communication Technology(Ict)Facilities By Library And Information Science (Lis) Students In Universities In Southern Nigeria
    2. Influence Of Formal Training On Job Performance Of Staff In University Libraries In Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State, Nigeria
    3. Impact Of Information Literacy Skills On The Job Performance Among Legal Practitioners In Northern Nigeria
    4. Understanding The Impacts Of Knowledge Mapping In An Organization: A Review
    5. Information Access As Factors Influencing Public Secondary School Teachers' Effective Teaching In Abeokuta South Local Government Area In Ogun State, Nigeria
    6. Influence of Leadership And Management Styles On Academic Performance Of Colleges Of Education Students In North Central Nigeria
    7. Digital Literacy Skills As A Means Of Facilitating Public Access To Information
    8. Professional Development For Librarians In Rivers State In A Digital Age
    9. Impact of Information Literacy Skills On The Job Performance Among Legal Practitioners In Northern Nigeria
    10. Utilization of Whatsapp Messaging Application In The Library: A Case Study Of Delta State University Library, Abraka
    11. Provision and Utilization of Digital Reference Resources Among Librarians In Federal Universities In North Central Nigeria
    12. Influence of Promotion And Rebranding On The Utilization Of Information Resources In Tertiary Institutions' Libraries In Cross River State
    13. The Librarian As (An) Information Scientist: A Comparative Review Of Opinions And Constructs.

    Our teeming patrons are assured of our renewed commitment to prompt and quality sustenance of this journal.

    Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi

    Editor- in -Chief

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 33(1),2023
    Vol. 33 No. 1 (2023)

    EDITORIAL

    This edition of Nigerbiblios-Vol 33 (1) 2023 is packed with a wide range of articles on topical issues in the field of Information and Library Science. Nigerbiblios have been a longstanding journal that has provided LIS professionals with a platform for disseminating and assessing high impact research outputs.

    The following articles are featured in this issue:

    1. Achieving A Secured Nigeria: Role Of Libraries And Information Professionals
    2. A Study Of Knowledge Creation Mechanism In Nigerian University Libraries From Nonaka's Perspective
    3. Exploring Library Anxiety Faced By New Students In Federal University Of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
    4. Bibliometric Analyses Of Theses And Dissertations Submitted By Students Of Library And Information Science, Imo State University. Owerri, 2017-2020.
    5. Adoption Of Mobile Online Public Access Catalogues (Mopacs) For Digital Library Service Delivery
    6. Engaging Academic Libraries For Sustainable Digital Age
    7. Ensuring Healthy Living And Well-Being For Librarians With Disabilities: A Literature Review
    8. Library Use Experiences Of Early Childhood Educators In Ibadan, Nigeria
    9. Awareness Of Information Resources In Libraries: An Assessment Of Kogi State College Of Education, Ankpa.
    10. Compliance To Publishing Standards By Publishers For Deposition Of Information Resources In National Library Nigeria

    Our teeming patrons are assured of our renewed commitment to prompt and quality sustenance of this journal.

     

    Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi

    Editor- in -Chief

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.32(2),2022
    Vol. 32 No. 2 (2022)

    EDITORIAL

    This edition of Nigerbiblios (Vol.32,No.2,July-December 2022) presents a range of research articles on contemporary issues in the practice and teaching of librarianship.

    The papers went through rigorous assessment and were found to be worthy in contributing to the development and advancement of the Library and Information Science profession.

    The following articles are featured in this issue:

    1. A Literature Review on the State of Nursing Informatics in South Africa
    2. Availability and Utilization of School Libraries as determinants of Academic Achievement of Students in Abuja metropolis for Sustainable development in Nigeria.
    3. Propagating Academic Integrity in Tertiary Institutions Through Library and Information Services
    4. The Significance of Social Media and Marketing in Library Services.
    5. Use of Information and Communication Technology By Medical Doctors in the Management of HIV/AIDS in Two Nigerian University Teaching Hospitals.
    6. Use of Relevant Information Resources for Effective Public Library Operations in Delta and Edo States,Nigeria.
    7. Use of Traditional Communication Media in Rural Information Service Delivery Librarians Perspective.

    I assure our esteemed subscribers and all Library and Information Science professionals,that our new editorial team is committed to presenting the best topical articles that will aid their career development and bring about innovation in librarianship.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Prof.C.V.Anunobi

    Editor-In-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios:Vol.32(1),2022
    Vol. 32 No. 1 (2022)

    EDITORIAL

    This edition of Nigerbiblios(Vol.32, No.1 Jan-June 2022)presents a range of research articles on contemporary issues in the practice and teaching of librarianship. The papers went through rigorous assessment and were found to be worthy in contributing to the development and advancement of the Library and Information Science profession.

    The following articles arefeatured in this issue:

    1. “Attitude of library and information science undergraduates towards knowledge sharing:Acase study of Delta state university,Abraka in Niger Delta region of Nigeria,"is about the belief, emotion, and behavior of undergraduate students of Delta State University to determine knowledge sharing and the types of knowledge shared among them.
    2. "Budget preparation, approval and implementation", discussed budget preparation.approval and implementation in Colleges of Education libraries in Delta State.Nigeria.
    3. "Determinants of the Use of Information and Communication Technology by Library and Information Science Students in Universities in Nigeria", discussed the use of Information and Communication technology by library and information students in Nigerian universitics.
    4. "Gender influence on the usage of Information and Communication Technology by Librarians in University libraries in South-South and South West Nigeria," revealed that gender of librarians does not influence the usage of ICT in university libraries in South-South and South-West.
    5. “Librarians' Competencies and Organization of Knowledge in Academic Libraries in Delta and Edo States" the authors adopted survey research design to investigate librarians'competencies and organization of knowledge.
    6. The article on "Library Educational Development and Training of Librarians for the Promotion of user-friendly Academic libraries in Nigeria" discussed the concept of education and training and highlighted programmes as well as course contents for the education and training of librarians.
    7. The critical need for libraries to prioritize the development of electronic library and online services was emphasized in “Impact of Covid-19 pandemie on Academic Library Services in Delta State University Library.Abraka".

    I assure you of prompt and sustained publishing of this journal and promise our esteemed subscribers that the journal will be going online as an open accessjournal soon.

     

     

     

     

     

    Prof.C.V.Anunobi

    Editor-in -Chief

  • Nigerbiblios:Vol.31(2),2021
    Vol. 31 No. 2 (2021)

    EDITORIAL
    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research,issues and debates in the broad area of Library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this edition, Vol.31, Nos 2(July-December 2021)which is the 15th edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A team of professional librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practicing Librarians as well as seasoned educationalist in library schools in Nigeria. The articles in this edition addressed various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management in Nigeria.

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and Information professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practice and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports,book reviews to the Editor-in-Chief for publication. I assure you that your effort in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development.

    It is my sincere prayer that this journal continue to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue,challenging and enlightening.Wishing you happy reading!!!

     

     

    Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi

    Editor-in-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.30(1), 2021
    Vol. 30 No. 1 (2021)

    Editorial

    Nigerbiblios is a long-standing profession journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issue and debates in the board area of Library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this current edition, Vol.29,Nos 1& 7 (January-December 2020)which is the 13th edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the edition and selection of very stimulating and unique article submitted by experienced practicing Librarians as well as seasoned educationalist in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspect of library and information practice in today's library management in Nigeria by Vol,30,No.1 (Jan-June,2021)

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and information profession both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practice and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, report, book reviews to the editor-in-Chief for publication. I assure you that your effort in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    it is my sincere prayers that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening. Wishing you happy reading!!!

     

     

    Prof.Aina,L.O

    Editor-in-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.29(1&2),2020
    Vol. 29 No. Nos 1&2 (2020)

    Editorial

    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this current edition,Vo1.29,Nos 1&2(January-December 2020) which is the 13th edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the edition and selection of very stimulating and unique article submitted by experienced practicing Librarians as well as seasoned educationalist in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management in Nigeria by Vol. 29, Nos 1 & 2 (Jan-Dec 2020)

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and Information professional both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the editor-in-Chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    It is my sincere prayers that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening. Wishing you happy reading!!!

     

     

    Prof. Aina,L.O

    Editor-in-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.28(1&2),2019
    Vol. 28 No. Nos 1&2 (2019)

    Editorial

    Nigerbiblious is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this current edition,Vol.28, Nos 1 & 2(January-December 2019) which is the tenth edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the edition and selection of very stimulating and unique article submitted by experienced practicing Librarians as well as seasoned educationalist in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects oflibrary and information practice in today's library management in Nigeria by Vol. 28, Nos 1 & 2 (Jan-Dec 2019)

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and Information professional both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the editor-in-Chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development inthecountry.

    It is my sincere prayers that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscriber's would find this issue,challenging and enlightening.Wishing you happy reading!!!

    Nigerbiblios is now accessible online via https://nigerbiblios.nln.gov.ng

     

    Prof.Aina,L.O

    Editor-in-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.26(1&2), 2017
    Vol. 26 No. Nos 1&2 (2017)

    Editorial

    Nigerbiblios is a long-standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this current edition, Vol.26, Nos 1 & 2 (January-December 2017) which is the ninth edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the edition and selection of very stimulating and unique article submitted by experienced practicing Librarians as well as seasoned educationalist in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management system.

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and Information professional both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the editor-in-Chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    It is my sincere prayers that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscriber's would find this issue, challenging and enlightening. Wishing you happy reading!!!

     

     

    Prof.Aina,L.O

    Editor-in-Chief

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.24(1&2),2016
    Vol. 24 No. 1&2 (2016)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerbiblio is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research,issues and debates in the broad area of Library and Information Science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers of this current edition, Vol.24, Nos 1 & 2 (January - December 2016) which is the ninth edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional Librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practising Librarians as well as seasoned educationists in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management system.

    I wish to urge fellow Librarians and Information Professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the Editor-In-Chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    It is my sincere prayer that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening. Wishing you happy reading!!!

     

    Prof.Aina,L.O.

    Editor-In-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 22(1&2),2012
    Vol. 22 No. (1&2) (2012)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority, and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of Library and Information Science.
    It is my pleasure to present to our teemning subscribers this current edition, Vol.22,Nos.1&2(Jan-Dec.2012)which is the Eight edition since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.
    A cream of professional librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practicing librarians as well as seasoned educationists in library schools in Nigeria.
    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management system among which are:
    。Bibliometric Analysis of Nigerbiblios Journal
    Utilization of ICT for Information Service
    。Disaster Control in Libraries
    Effect of Ventilation in Libraries in Nigeria
    。Electronic Resources Collection Development 。 Management of Library Software
    Fire Prevention for Collection Development

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and information professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the editor-in-chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.
    authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening. Wishing you happy reading!!!
    Mal.Habib Abba Jato

    Editor-In-Chief



     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol.20 No.1&2,(2009)
    Vol. 20 No. 1&2 (2009)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscription base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and information science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers this current edition,Vol. 20, Nos. 1 & 2 (Jan. - Dec. 2009) which is the fourth since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practicing librarians as well as seasoned educationists in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management system among which are:

    Disaster Preparedness Book Mutilation and Lending Services

    Management of Anti Library (Use Behaviours Strategies)

    Reading Habits of Students Role of Library in Secondary Schools.

    Copy Right and Book Piracy

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and information professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings,reports, book reviews to the editor-in-chief for publication. Iassure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    It is my sincere prayer that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue,challenging and enlightening.

     

    Dr.L.N.Ikpaahindi

    Editor-In-Chief

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 19(1&2),2008
    Vol. 19 No. Nos 1&2 (2008)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large wide subscription. It  brings currency,authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and information science.

    It is my pleasure to present to you our teeming subscribers this current edition. Vol. 19 . Nos. 1&2(Jan-Dec,2008) which is the fifth since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practising librarians as well as seasoned educationists in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's library management system among which are:

    Use of Library

    Bibliographic Control

    Management of Institutional  Repositories

    Library Disaster Control Plans

    Globalization Issues and challenges

    Anti-Library Use Behaviour

    I wish to urge fellows librarians and information professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consitent production of this journal by carring out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book review to the editor-in-chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regards will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research actvity among library and information practitioners  as well as impact positively on library development in  the country.

    It is my sincere prayer that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening.

     

    L.N. Ikpaahindi (PhD)

    Editor-In-Chief

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 18(1&2).2007
    Vol. 18 No. (1&2 ) (2007)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerbiblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscriber base. It brings currency, authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues and debates in the broad area of library and information science.

    It is my pleasure to present to our teeming subscribers this current edition, Vol. 18 numbers 1 & 2 (Jan. Dec. 2007) which is the fourth since the resuscitation of the journal in 2004.

    A cream of professional librarians undertook the editing and selection of very stimulating and unique articles submitted by experienced practicing librarians as well as seasoned educationists in library schools in Nigeria.

    The articles in this edition address various aspects of library and information practice in today's electronic age among which are:

    The Library's Role in Agricultural Research and Development

    Reference and Users Services in the Internet Age.

    Bibliographic Control and Bibliographic Analysis of Published Articles;

    Collection Development and Preservation;

    Virtual Library Systems

    Information Management Strategies;

    and Utilization of Public Libraries by Nigerian Women.

    I wish to urge fellow librarians and information professionals both within and outside Nigeria to promote the consistent production of this journal by carrying out empirical research on burning issues in global information practices and the way forward for practitioners in Nigeria, and to submit their findings, reports, book reviews to the editor-in-chief for publication. I assure you that your efforts in this regard will go a long way in sustaining the tempo of research activity among library and information practitioners as well as impact positively on library development in the country.

    It is my sincere prayer that this journal continues to provide a cherished avenue for authors to publish their works and that subscribers would find this issue, challenging and enlightening.

     

     

     

     

    Dr. L. N. Ikpaahindi

    Editor-In-Chief

  • Nigerbiblios:Vol.17(1&2),2006
    Vol. 17 No. Nos 1&2 (2006)

    EDITORIAL

    Nigerliblios is a long standing professional journal with a large and wide subscriber base.
    It brings currency ,authority and accessibility to the reporting of current research, issues
    and debates in the broadarea of library and information science.
    I am delighted to inform our teeming subscribers that the current
    issue, volume 17 numbers 1 & 2 (Jan. - Dec., 2006) is the third since
    its resuscitation in 2004. A cream of professional librarians were
    in involved editing the publication and the authors are librarians with several years of experience.
    This issue of Nigerbiblios includes topics that discuss various aspects of library and information practice such as:
    -the state of the art in information and communication technology;
    -National Bibliographic Control;
    -Collection Development;
    -Library Utilization;
    -The place of government documents in reference services;
    -and the role of information in enhancing the status of women in
    development.
    The resuscitation of this journal, with improved format and structure,
    can only be sustained meaningfully if itis properly utilized. I am therfore, calling for cooperation of librarians information scientists both within and outside the country to submit thoroughly
    researched articles to the editor-in-chief for publication to ensure
    continuity.
    Itis my sincere hope that this journal continues to provide an avenue
    for authors to publish their works and that readers would find this
    issue enlightening and stimulating.

     


    Dr. L.N. Ikpaahindi
    Editor-In-Chief.

  • Nigerbiblios: Vol. 16(1&2),2005
    Vol. 16 No. (1&2 ) (2005)

    Editorial

    Nigerbiblios was resuscitated in 2004, after being off the shelves for some time, with the publication of Volume 15 Number 1 (January/June 2004). Following the resuscitation, efforts were made to continue without any further break, but unfortunately, this did not fall through due to logistic reasons. Consequently, Volume 16 numbers 1 & 2 that should have appeared as separate issues had to be lumped together. The result is a more voluminous issue with many more articles.

    The advent of Information and Computer Technology (ICT) has almost resulted in a total abandonment of relevant but traditional practices. This issue of Nigerbiblios tries to give a voice to some such articles. It is no wonder, therefore, that articles such as "Managing past question papers in academic Libraries," by C. V. Anunobi: "Cataloguing and Classification of Monographs: a practical approach," by Abdul-Ghany Adebimpe: "Use and Use pattern of International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN) and International Standard Serials Numbers (ISSN)" by W. Fola Adio are included.

    On the other hand, H. 0. C. Otokuenfor's "Information Literacy rules the Networked world: the implication for Librarians and Information Scientists;" T. A. Ayo's "Application of Greenstone to the Development of National Library of Nigeria Information Systems," as well as Paul Ibrahim Mamman's "Networking the Departments of the National Library of Nigeria for efficient service Delivery," counterbalance the traditional articles.

    It is hoped that our readers will find this combination both acceptable and enjoyable.

    S. E. A. Sonaike

    Editor-in-Chief