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Welcome to FUPRESpace, The Institutional Repository of Federal University of Petroleum Resources. A collection of theses, articles, books, videos, images, lectures, papers, data sets, and all types of digital content originating from the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Nigeria. This repository is managed by the University Library
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MANAGEMENT OF INTERNALLY GENERATED REVENUE FUND IN SELECTED UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN DELTA STATE
(International Journal of Information Resource Management, 2024) DADA, GRACE AREROSUOGHENE; Eghworo Obukowho Ruth
This study investigates the origins and administration of internally generated funds in university libraries, focusing on six university libraries in Delta State, Nigeria. The study employed a survey research design. The study population consisted of 102 active librarians from the six university libraries under investigation. The study utilized the total enumeration sample technique. Data for the study was collected through the use of questionnaires and face-to-face interviews. The findings indicate that librarians engage in various activities, such as project typesetting and binding, printing and scanning services, and operating bookshops, to generate revenue for their libraries. Internally generated funds in university libraries are used to supplement the funding received from their parent
institutions. These funds are used to acquire information resources, renew internet subscriptions, and support library staff. Implementing an internally generated revenue (IGR) policy, establishing a dedicated account for library revenue, and utilizing technology for payment are effective strategies for managing IGR in university libraries. However, barriers to IGR generation in university libraries include librarians' negative attitudes, lack of patronage, inadequate facilities, lack of
continuity, and absence of a guiding policy. It is consequently suggested that university libraries should engage in further initiatives, be intentional, open, and establish trust, assure effective administration of income-generating resources in libraries, and strive to remove all barriers.
STUDENTS COMPETENCIES AND USE OF ELECTRONIC INFORMATION RESOURCES IN THE FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES LIBRARIES IN DELTA AND EDO STATES, NIGERIA
(Nasarawa Journal of Library and Information Science, 2023) OGBOMO, Esoswo Francisca; ONORUAHE, Jane Otaroghene
This study investigates the competencies and utilization patterns of electronic information resources among students in federal university libraries in Delta and Edo States, Nigeria. Guided by three primary objectives, and one hypothesis, the research employs a correlational survey research design with a sample size of 7,300 students from the university libraries. The sample size of 437 students was determined through the Krejcie and Morgan sample table. Data collection is facilitated through a structured questionnaire created by the researcher, and the analysis involves both descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings reveal a notable proficiency among students in Delta and Edo States in utilizing electronic information resources within federal university libraries. The study highlights the extensive use of various electronic resources, including blogs, vlogs, e-magazines, electronic databases, e-books, webpages, CDROMs, electronic journals, internet search engines, and online newspapers. Moreover, the investigation underscores the substantial reliance of federal university libraries in Delta and Edo States on electronic information resources. Based on the findings, recommendations were proposed for sustaining and enhancing students' competencies in utilizing electronic information resources. It is suggested that federal university libraries in Delta and Edo States should regularly organize workshops and training sessions focused on the effective use of electronic resources. Additionally, continuous monitoring of students' proficiency levels in electronic information resource usage is recommended, with specific attention to addressing any identified areas of weakness. These initiatives aim to foster a continual enhancement of students' skills and competence in leveraging electronic nformation resources within federal university library settings.
Dissemination of information in the COVID-19 era in university libraries in Nigeria
(IFLA, 2021) Saturday U. Omeluzor; Angela Ewhonne Nwaomah; Ugochi Esther Molokwu; Atanda Saliu Sambo
In Nigeria, the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) was reported on 27 February 2020, and as of the date, there are about 13,000 confirmed cases across Nigeria. The spread of COVID-19 forced the lockdown of libraries. This study investigated the dissemination of information in meeting the information needs of library patrons during the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown of university libraries in Nigeria. Using a descriptive survey design, a sample population of 178 librarians from federal, state, and private universities in Nigeria was questioned. The findings show that libraries disseminated information on personal hygiene to their patrons (hand-washing, cleanliness, and the use of hand sanitizers) and sensitized the general public to COVID-19 by using posters and flyers. The findings also reveal that libraries disseminated information and links to e-resources to support patrons’ ongoing research. Moreover, it was revealed in the findings that a lack of
coordination, strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), and non-subscription for data for librarians to work from home were challenges.
Ecological effects of oil spill on water and sediment from two riverine communities in Warri, Nigeria
(African Journals Online, 2017-05-29) Ogeleka, Doris Fovwe; Tudararo-Aherobo, Laurelta Esivweneta; Okieimen, Felix Ebodaghe
The ecological effects of oil spill in the environment were studied in Warri riverine areas of Ubeji and Jeddo, Delta State, where an oil spill occurred and cleanup or remediation was not carried out for over a year prior to this evaluation. The American Public Health Association (APHA) and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods were employed for the laboratory test for organics [polyaromatic hydrocarbon; total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH)] and heavy metals in the water and sediment. The results indicated that there were still significant concentrations (P <0.05) of organics indicating hydrocarbon pollution. Mean concentrations recorded for TPH in Ubeji and Jeddo waters were 23.60 ± 1.18 mg/L and 29.96 ± 0.14 mg/L respectively while total PAHs was 0.009 ± 0.002 mg/L and 0.008 ± 0.001 mg/L. Mean concentrations of TPH in the sediment was 48.83 ± 1.49 ppm and 1093 ± 74 ppm respectively while total PAHs was 0.012 ± 0.002 ppm and 0.026 ± 0.004 ppm. Low concentrations were recorded for most of the heavy metals in the water and sediment. Hydrocarbon degrading bacteria (HDB) recorded mean values of 3.86E + 03 and 3.44E + 02 for Ubeji and Jeddo waters, while Hydrocarbon degrading fungi (HDF) recorded mean values of 2.86E + 03 and 2.46E + 02 respectively. The observed concentrations of hydrocarbons in the study areas should provide the impetus for regulatory surveillance of oil discharged intentionally/unintentionally into the Warri riverine waters and sediment since hydrocarbon released into the environment sorb to the sediment particles where they cause harm to organisms in the sediment and overlying waters
Assess Users’ Satisfaction on Academic Library Performance: A Study
(ID Publications, 2015) Ijiekhuamhen, Osaze Patrick; Aghojare, Blessing; Omosekejimi, Ademola Ferdinand
This study quantifies user’s satisfaction on academic library performance by determine the clients satisfaction with library services, infrastructure/place/space and collection/information provided by an academic library in Federal University of Petroleum Resources, (FUPRE) Library. The study sample population comprised 381 students of the university. The
instrument used for data collection in this study was questionnaire. Research questions were answered using frequency, bar charts, tables and percentages for easy interpretation. The major findings of the study revealed that the respondents were highly satisfied with the library services, infrastructure/place/space, and collection/information of the library as a whole. Also, the study reveals that, many of the respondents visit the library for more than one reason whereas the largest proportion of the respondents goes to library due to the availability of internet connectivity in the library. The respondents were suggests that, library should stay open longer, Increase internet bandwidth, library should publish a guide on information searching skills, library should provide the latest collection, some were of opinion that library should publish index and bibliographies, provision of guidance on consultation and research method, library should organize workshop on how to find information, staff should be more friendly and knowledgeable among other.