The Impact of Information and Communication Technology (Ict) in Nigerian University Libraries

The Impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Nigerian University Libraries
Dorcas Ejemeh Krubu
Kingsley Efe Osawaru
Department of Library and Information Science
Ambrose Alli University
Ekpoma - Edo State, Nigeria
Introduction
With the invention of Information and Communication Technology, libraries now use various types of technologies to aid the services they render. Everyday new technological advances affect the way information is handled in libraries and information centers. The impacts of new technologies are felt by libraries in every aspect. Computing technology, communication technology and mass storage technology are some of the areas of continuous development that reshape the way that libraries access, retrieve, store, manipulate and disseminate information to users. The academic library has been from its inception an integral part of institutions of higher learning, rather than an appendix or adjunct.
Oyedun (2007) defines academic libraries as those libraries that are mainly found in tertiary institutions, they are established to support learning, teaching and research processes. Over the past twenty seven years, academic libraries have been affected by changes in information and communication technology. The rate of changes is still accelerating in this area. The introduction of various information technology (ICT) trends has lead to reorganization, change in work patterns, and demand for new skills, job retraining and reclassification positions. Technological advancement of the past twenty five years, such as the electronic database, online services, CD-ROMs and introduction of internet has radically transformed access to information. Rana (2009) opines that ICT holds the key to the success of modernizing information services. Applications of ICT are numerous but mainly it is used in converting the existing paper-print records in the entire process of storage, retrieval and dissemination.
ICT has impacted on every sphere of academic

References: Aguolu, C & Aguolu, I. E (2002): Libraries and Information Management in Nigeria. Maiduguri: Ed- Linform Services. 267pp. Ani, O. E., Esin, J.E. & Edem, N. (2005): Adoption of information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Academic Libraries: a strategy for Library networking in Nigeria. The Electronic Library Journal, 23 (6), 27-37. Aniekwu, A.N and Ogbeide, F.N. (2002): Information Technology and Technological Development in Africa. In Yusufu, A.K. (ed) Journal of Engineering Science and Applications (JESA). Faculty of Engineering and Technology, AAU, Ekpoma. 3 (2), 83pp. Anunobi, C.V. (2005): ICT Availability and use in Nigerian University Libraries. Global Review of Library and Information Science.1 (1), 39-51 Bryson, J Chisenga, J. (1995): The Skills of Information Technology in Zambian Libraries. Ebijuwa, A.S. (2005): Information and communication technology in university libraries: the Nigerian experience. Communicate, Journal Of Library and Information Science, 7 (1&2). Ehikhamenor, F.A.(1993): Information Technology and scientific and technological information in Nigeria: revolution and evolution”. Africa Journal Of Library, Archives And Information Science. 39 (2) 113-123 Eyitayo, S.A Idowu, A.O. and Mabawonku, I. (1999): Information technology facilities application in some Nigeria Research and University Libraries. Africa Journal of Library, Archives And Information Science. 9(1). Jaiyeola, R. (2007): Information and Communication (ICT) as a tool for Chartered Accountants. The National Accountant. 46 (1), 48 – 49pp. Nwalo, K. I. N. (2000): Managing Information for Development in the 21st Century: prospects for African libraries, challenges to the world. Booklet 8. IFLA Jerusalem.14p Nwokedi, V.C Odion , F. and Adetona, C.O. (2009): Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as a tool for effective performance by Academic Librarians in Edo State of Nigeria. Communicate, Journal of Library and information Science. 11(1), 27-31 Ojedokun, A Oketunji, I.(2000): Application of information technologies in Nigeria: Problems and Prospects; paper presented at the 10th Biennial Conference of the National Association of Library and Information Science Educators. 7-20 Oketunji, I Patra, B.k.(2008) The Role Of Information and Communication Technology on Management and Services Of Academic Libraries.Techno India Group Research Journal, 1(1). Pillow, A. (2003): Database Electronic Resources http://www.libunicletu/science/instruction/glossary.html Retrieved on the 14th November 2009. Rana, H.K. (2009): Impact of Information and Communication Technology on Academic Libraries in Punjab. Source: http/www.goarticles.com/cgi-bin/showa/cgi? =1239032 Retrieved 28/08/2009 Ubogu, F