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    Awareness and use of Information Retrieval Tools by students in College of Education Minna Library Minna, Niger State.
    (SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY MINNA, NIGERIA, 2024) Mathew, Oghenetega Osharevemu; Amina Abubakar Saidu; Comfort, Adeline Uno; Madaki, A.M.; P.O. Chuks-Ibe
    The study assessed the awareness and use of information retrieval tools by students in College of Education Minna, Niger State. The study was guided by five (5) research objectives only. Survey research design method was adopted for the study. The total population for the study was seven thousand nine hundred and eighty-nine (7 989) registered students of College or Education Minna. The sample size of the study was three hundred and sixty-Seven (367) drawn from the population using simple random Sampling. The sample size was determined using the Krejcie and Morgan (1970),. Questionnaire and observation checklist were used for data collection. Out of three hundred and sixty-seven (367) Copies of questionnaire administered, two hundred and ninety-six (296) copies were filled, returned and used for the analysis. Descriptive statistical tool involving frequency counts and percentages were used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that the availability of information retrieval tools such as: Library card catalogue, OPAC. Internet search engines, online databases, bibliographies and library shelve list, while abstract and indexes were not available. The study revealed further that the level of awareness and use of the information retrieval tools by the students was very low. The study recommended among others that the management of College of Education, Minna should create more awareness programmes on those available information retrieval tools in the library for students and regular students' orientation should be carried out on how to use the information retrieval tools, to effectively access or locate relevant information resources that will meet the information needs of the students. oreover., the management should provide alternative means of power supply for effective and efficient use of information retrieval tools among library users to support their research activities.
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    Assessing the role of Librarians in Combating Health Information During Pandemics in Minna Metropolis.
    (DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LOKOJA, 2024) Leah Yebo Gana; Chisom Emeka; Madaki, A.M.; Miriam Ayinda Salubuyi
    The adverse, effects of misinformation on societal progress, particularly in the realm of health, are well-known. Librarians, as guardians of information, have vital role in disseminating accurate information to the public. This research paper explores the potential of the field of librarianship in countering health misinformation. The study examines existing literature on the societal role of librarians in combating misinformation. Additionally, interviews were conducted with all librarians from tertiary institutions in Minna metropolis to investigate their roles in disseminating factual information during the Covid-19 outbreak. The research explores the strategies employed by librarians to combat misinformation, the challenges they faced in this endeavour, and assesses the impact of these strategies on mitigating Covid-19 misinformation. The study delves into both the misinformation encountered by the community and the persisting beliefs in misinformation. Furthermore, it investigates the channels through which communities receive health information. The paper outlines effective initiatives within the Library and Information Systems (LIS) profession, emphasising recommendations for librarians to enhance their role in the digital age and contribute successfully to the field of public health. Seven librarians from all tertiary in the Minna metropolis were interviewed. Additionally, One Hundred (100) residents from ten communities were randomly selected to fill out questionnaires to ascertain the impact tertiary libraries have on misinformation in the communities. Only librarians from health institutions attempted to educate the communities, with little impact felt.
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    Utilization of Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat -1R) Services for Internet Access among Agencies of Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy in Nigeria.
    (UNIVERSITY LIBRARY NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY KEFFI, NIGERIA, 2021) Madaki, A.M.; Habibu, M.; Hayatu, M.M
    The importance of Internet access to nation-building and the development of businesses cannot he over-emphasized. This makes its availability and accessibility a major concern to nations. Communications satellites exist to provide the best alternative for people living in both urban - and rural areas. The study focused on the Utilisation of Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat- 1R) Services for Internet Access among Agencies of Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy in Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a structured and closed-ended questionnaire. This study has a population of five hundred and nine (509) members of staff that comprises the staff of the two (2) agencies selected for the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to censor 22 members of staff attached to Network Operation Centres (NOC) of both agencies based on their technical knowledge about the different Internet platforms available and Suitable to adopt for their respective agencies. Total enumeration sampling techniques were used because the 22 staff sampled is very few and less than 200. The data collected were subjected to descriptive statistical analysis of frequency, percentages, mean and standard deviation. The result shows that NigComSat-I R has three major broadband (C, Ku, and Ka-band)for providing Internet access with high potentials to increase Internet penetration in Nigeria. However, it was discovered that the satellite whose inbuilt capacity for Internet penetration is 39% has very little contribution to the current 33.2% Internet penetration in Nigeria. The study findings revealed that the challenges were lack of adequate patronage due to risk involved in depending on one satellite that lacks backup satellite for redundancy, lack of suitable platforms for deployment of the satellite services for easy accessibility by all, and lack of adequate legislation/regulation that will enforce its patronage. The study concludes that the satellite has been seriously underutilized for over nine (9) years of its existence, and it was recommended that the Federal government of Nigeria should, as a matter of urgency, launch at least two more communications satellites to eliminate the fear of high risk involved in depending on a single satellite-like NigComSat-1R and put in place, proper legislation/regulatory policy that will guide and enforce its usage.
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    Utilization of Public Library as Alternative Platform for Deployment of NigComSat-1R Services in Deepening Broadband Penetration in Nigeria
    (UNIVERSITY LIBRARY NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY KEFFI, NIGERIA, 2021) Madaki, A. M
    The importance of Internet access to nation-building and the development of businesses cannot he over-emphasized. This makes its availability and accessibility a major concern to nations. Communications satellites exist to provide the best alternative for people living in both urban - and rural areas. The study focused on the Utilisation of Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat- 1R) Services for Internet Access among Agencies of Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy in Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a structured and closed-ended questionnaire. This study has a population of five hundred and nine (509) members of staff that comprises the staff of the two (2) agencies selected for the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to censor 22 members of staff attached to Network Operation Centres (NOC) of both agencies based on their technical knowledge about the different Internet platforms available and Suitable to adopt for their respective agencies. Total enumeration sampling techniques were used because the 22 staff sampled is very few and less than 200. The data collected were subjected to descriptive statistical analysis of frequency, percentages, mean and standard deviation. The result shows that NigComSat-I R has three major broadband (C, Ku, and Ka-band)for providing Internet access with high potentials to increase Internet penetration in Nigeria. However, it was discovered that the satellite whose inbuilt capacity for Internet penetration is 39% has very little contribution to the current 33.2% Internet penetration in Nigeria. The study findings revealed that the challenges were lack of adequate patronage due to risk involved in depending on one satellite that lacks backup satellite for redundancy, lack of suitable platforms for deployment of the satellite services for easy accessibility by all, and lack of adequate legislation/regulation that will enforce its patronage. The study concludes that the satellite has been seriously underutilized for over nine (9) years of its existence, and it was recommended that the Federal government of Nigeria should, as a matter of urgency, launch at least two more communications satellites to eliminate the fear of high risk involved in depending on a single satellite-like NigComSat-1R and put in place, proper legislation/regulatory policy that will guide and enforce its usage.
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    Transforming the Curriculum for New Fra Librarians in Tertiary Institutions: A Study of Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria.
    (Journal of International Affairs and Contemporary Studies, 2022) Saka, K.A.; Madaki, A.M.; Halima, T.
    The study investigated the transformation of curriculum for new librarians in the department of library and information science, Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria. The motivation for the study is to ascertain whether library schools posses resources and receive employer's feedback of graduate. The overall objective transform (With little adjustment/update) the existing program/curriculum leading to new (LIS) program with 50:50 to 60:40 ICT : library science components. Documentary research design was employed with the use of student handbook, a file containing employers rating of library and information technology (LIT) graduate, National University Commission (NUC) 2018 bench mark minimum academic standards (BMAS), and Approved Academic brief (Bachelor of Technology Library and Information Science, 2021). Documentary analysis was carried out. Descriptive statistical tools (frequency counts and percentages) were used to analyze the data.
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    Influence of Mentoring on Service Delivery for Para Professional Staff in Federal University Libraries in North Central, Nigeria.
    (KHAIRUN International Journal of Contemporary Librarianship KIJCL, 2024) Rukaiya Musa; A.M. Obaje; Madaki, A.M; Jehoshaphat Emmanuel Hassan
    The study investigated influence of mentoring on service delivery for para-professional staff in Federal University Libraries in North Central Nigeria. This research determined the influence of mentoring and factors militating against mentoring of para-professional staff. The study adopts descriptive survey research design and content analysis. The population of the study comprise of 161 para-professional in Federal University Libraries in North Central Nigeria. Total enumeration was used because the population size was small and manageable. Questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection.
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    Access to Information and Perception of Family Planning Methods among Rural Dwellers in Niger State
    (FUT,Minna, 2024) Tsado, L.Y.; Terzungwe, F.W.; Gana, G.N.; Salubuyi, M.A.,
    This study aimed to study access to information and perception of family planning methods among rural dwellers in Niger State. The research aimed to ascertain the stipulations of Primary Healthcare Centre in rural communities rendering family planning in Niger State and family planning awareness of rural communities on benefits and methods available. The Lots Quality Assurance Survey method was adopted. Sixty (60) married women in six (6) settlements across six (6) Local Government Areas were sampled. Findings indicated that Primary Health facilities in rural communities rendered varieties of family planning services with options of injectables, pills, condom, implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs) respectively. Few facilities offered lactation amenorrhea method and female sterilisation but no health facility offered male sterilisation. A good number of respondents in rural communities are aware of family planning with injectable being most popular; however there is poor patronage of health facilities for family planning services because a high number of respondents believe family planning comes with a lot of side effects and a proportion of respondents have reservations on family planning due to religious beliefs. Although a good proportion of respondents believe family planning methods are easily accessible and effective; a high number of respondents are not currently on any family planning method.
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    Access to Information and Perception of Family Planning Methods for Meaningful Development among Rural Dwellers in Niger State, Nigeria.
    (Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education, 2025-03-01) Gana, Leah Yebo; Terzungwe, F. W.; Gana, G. N.; Salubuyi, M. A.
    This study aimed to study access to information and perception of family planning methods among rural dwellers in Niger State. The research aimed to ascertain the stipulations of Primary Healthcare Centre in rural communities rendering family planning in Niger State and family planning awareness of rural communities on benefits and methods available. The Lots Quality Assurance Survey method was adopted. Sixty (60) married women in six (6) settlements across six (6) Local Government Areas were sampled. Findings indicated that Primary Health facilities in rural communities rendered varieties of family planning services with options of injectables, pills, condom, implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs) respectively. Few facilities offered lactation amenorrhea method and female sterilisation but no health facility offered male sterilisation. A good number of respondents in rural communities are aware of family planning with injectable being most popular; however there is poor patronage of health facilities for family planning services because a high number of respondents believe family planning comes with a lot of side effects and a proportion of respondents have reservations on family planning due to religious beliefs. Although a good proportion of respondents believe family planning methods are easily accessible and effective; a high number of respondents are not currently on any family planning method.
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    Electronic Health Records Use by Physicians: An Overview
    (Proceedings of the 1st International Conference of Faculty of Education, FUL., 2024) Sani Musa.; Oyedum, G. U.; Abduldayan F. J.
    Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have significantly transformed healthcare delivery, digitizing patient information, enhancing care coordination, and improving clinical outcomes. This article provides an overview of EHR systems, detailing their evolution, benefits, challenges, and future directions. EHRs have evolved from basic paper-based systems to comprehensive digital platforms that facilitate real-time access to patient data, enable informed decision-making and better patient care. Despite their advantages, challenges such as high implementation costs, interoperability issues, and data privacy concerns persist. The impact of EHRs on healthcare delivery is profound, leading to improved patient engagement and streamlined workflows. Future directions for EHR systems include enhanced interoperability, integration of artificial intelligence, and improved patient-centric features. The conclusion emphasizes the need for ongoing innovation and investment to maximize the potential of EHRs in healthcare.
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    Information and Communication Technology Competence and Staff Motivation as Correlate of Job Performance of Library Staff in University Libraries in Plateau State
    (Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria, 2025) Yahaya, M.; Abduldayan, F. J.; Chucks-Ibe, P. O.
    The study investigated information and communication technology competence and staff motivation as correlates of job performance in university libraries in Plateau State, Nigeria. The study has seven objectives, four research questions, and three hypotheses. The study adopted a survey descriptive design. The population of the study was 122 library staff in three universities: University of Jos, Plateau State University, and the Federal College of Education with a affiliated degree institutions. A total of 122 copies of the questionnaire were collected and used for the analysis. The data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that some aspect of the job performance of the library staff in university libraries in Plateau State such as supervision and interpersonal relationship were good. The study further revealed that there was a moderate and positive relationship between ICT competence and job performance with an r = 0.676 and P<0.05, while motivation and job performance also had a moderate and positive relationship with an r = 0.725. The extent of the staff motivation for high job performance was moderate. The findings revealed that the staff agreed that the university libraries in Plateau State were moderately motivated. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that the Management of University Libraries in Plateau State should provide adequate ICT facilities and infrastructure that would motivate the library staff towards achieving high job performance. There should also be regular training of staff on new trends in ICT and how they can be integrated into library services. Management of the university libraries should also pay attention to motivational strategies such as regular promotion of staff, payment of allowance, and other welfare benefits in order to improve the job performance of the library staff. Libraries should also consider recognizing non-financial rewards such as verbal appreciation, better work environment, team work, open communication, and skill utilization in order to boost staff morale. Motivation should also be based on educational qualification, years of experience, supervisory ability, digitization skills, decision making skills and communication skills. The Management of university libraries in Plateau State should also be proactive in determining other factors such as environment and staff attitudes that could lead to improved job performance.