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April 12, 2026Library and Information Perspectives and Research0 citationsOpen Access

Use of information communication technology (ICT) in the technical service at Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil Library

AGA. Y GayaASAhmad Saleh

Key Points

  • This research aims to explore how information communication technology (ICT) is used in the technical services at ADUSTECH Library.
  • Qualitative research methodology employed
  • Narrative research design implemented
  • Interviews conducted with university librarian and head of technical services
  • Data analyzed thematically
  • ICT tools like NewGenLib software and OPAC are utilized in library functions
  • Applications limited by inadequate funding and poor internet connectivity
  • Staff lack ICT skills and training
  • Significant improvements in technical services observed
  • Recommendations made for better investment in ICT and staff training

Abstract

This study investigated the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in the technical services of the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) Library, Wudil. The study was guided by three (3) research question; Qualitative research methodology was adopted while narrative research design was used for this study. Only two (2) persons were interviewed: university librarian and head of technical services department due to the fact that they are on the position to answer the questions, the data were analyzed thematically. Findings revealed that several ICTs tools, NewGenLib software, OPAC, etc., their application is sometimes limited due factors such as inadequate funding, poor internet connectivity; lack of ICTs skills personnel and lack of training. The study concludes that while ICT has significantly improved technical service functions, there are needs for enhanced investment in ICT infrastructure, staff training and re-training; subscription of internet connectivity; adequate power supply; and policy implementation to fully realize its potential. Recommendations are made on the training and re-training on staffs, injecting more finds for the procurement of ICTs facilities and subscription of internet.

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Gaya et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69db37254fe01fead37c51a2https://doi.org/10.47524/lipr.v8i1.95
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