Prospects and challenges of AI adoption in Nigerian academic libraries

Abstract

This study gives this research a thorough assessment of how Nigeria academic libraries would incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies as they relate to improving service delivery, browsing information and engaging users. The possibilities of transformation offered by AI, like data analysis, improved searching, and personalized user experiences were discovered during the review. Yet, the review also mentions the important challenges faced, such as insufficient funding, absence of technical know-how, and limited infrastructure that prevents the full realization of the plan. The researchers suggest setting up programs that focus on offering training for librarians to gain AI related skills, as well as the implementation of strategic planning to address the barriers. Their suggestions, which however include, rather than limited to, infrastructure improvements, user-centered AI solutions, and longitudinal studies to fully realize the benefits of AI in library services, are proffered as future research directions.