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The paper aims to explore the policy constraints hindering the integration of disruptive technologies in Nigerian academic libraries.

June 28, 2026Nigerian Academic and Research Libraries Journal0 citations

Disruptive Technologies in Academic Libraries: Policy Constraints and Implementation Challenges in Nigeria

CCCaroline CarolineAfrican Library and Information Associations and Institutions

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The paper aims to explore the policy constraints hindering the integration of disruptive technologies in Nigerian academic libraries.
Analyzed the current state of technology adoption in Nigerian academic libraries.
Identified gaps in governance, funding, and intellectual property frameworks.
Reviewed existing policies impacting technology implementation.
Found significant gaps in governance affecting technology adoption.
Highlighted inadequate funding as a major barrier to implementation.
Identified misalignment of intellectual property frameworks with modern technologies.

Abstract

cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are reshaping knowledge economies. Academic libraries are increasingly expected to leverage these tools to enhance knowledge discovery, access, and preservation. In Nigeria, however, adoption has been slow and uneven. This paper examines the policy challenges that hinder the integration of disruptive technologies in Nigerian academic libraries, highlighting gaps in governance, funding, intellectual property frameworks, and alignment with internat

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