Awareness and Adoption of Cloud Computing Technologies by Librarians for Effective Service Delivery: Evidence of academic libraries in Kogi State (North-Central), Nigeria

Abstract

mputing technology for effective service delivery in academic libraries in Kogi State, Nigeria. Three (3) specific objectives guided the conduct of the study. The descriptive research method of the survey design was used in this study. The study focused on University libraries in Kogi State, Nigeria based on ownership (Federal, State, and Private). The population of the study comprised 68 academic librarians in three (3) selected University libraries based on ownership in Kogi State. Based on this therefore, a census sampling technique was employed in the study. The questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. The study found that library professionals at the University libraries under investigation have a significant level of awareness of cloud computing technologies. These technologies facilitate collaboration, information sharing, and digital preservation, and are used for various purposes such as resource repositories, data storage, and library portals. However, the adoption of cloud computing faces challenges including poor funding, librarians' attitudes and technical knowledge, internet connectivity issues, data security and privacy concerns, and inadequate power supply. The study, among others, recommended that University library management should develop and implement training programs to enhance librarians' technical knowledge and skills in cloud computing. University administration and library management should improve internet connectivity and infrastructure to support cloud computing adoption in University libraries.