GIDEON BABALOLAGB

Dr. GIDEON Adesina BABALOLA

Rank: Dr.

Department: Library & Information Science

School: School of Science & Technology Education

g.babalola@futminna.edu.ng
Library and information

Welcome

welcome to my page, I am Gideon Adesina Babalola and i am delighted to part of this academic community

Biography

I am Gideon Adesina Babalola, an Associate Professor of library and information science at the federal university of technology Minna, Nigeria. I obtained a PhD in library and information science at the university of ibadan in 2013. I joined the service of federal university of technology minna, Nigeria in 2004 and rose to the position of an associate professor in 2022. I was the head of department of library and information science, Federal university of technology minna between 2022 and 2024. I have served in various administrative posts such as: Students industrial work experience in the department of library and information science, at the school of information and communication technology and scienec and technology education, federal university of technology Minna. i was the representative of the school of information and communication technology at the university board of research. i have supervised well over 100 undergraduate project students, 50 masters thesis and 15 PhD......

Research Interests

Library personnel management
productivity and publishing
trends in digital age.

Academic Qualifications

MSc. Library and information science

University of Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria · 2000

PhD Library and information science

University of Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria · 2013

Professional Affiliations

Nigerian library association (NLA)
National association of library and information science educators (NALISE)
Academic staff union of universities (ASUU)
Nigerian union of teachers(Nut)

Teaching

Undergraduate Courses

LIT 599Undergraduate project (6c-2007 to 2023)
LIT 527Management of change (3c-2009 - 2011)
LIT 524Entrepreneurship in library and information technology (2c-2012 - 2023)
LIT 518Information products and services (3c-2007 - 2023)
LIT 517 Practical attachment (2c-2011 - 2023)
LIT 512Literature of the humanities (2c-2010 - 2011)
LIT 415Intellectual property laws (3c-2007 - 2023)
LIT 414Research methods (3c- 2018 - 2025)
SIWES 400Students industrial work experience (2c-2017 - 2023)
LIS 305Preservation and conservation of information sources (2c- 2024 - 2025
LIS 324Library and information centre visit (2c-2024/2025)
LIT317 National, Public and School Libraries (3c-2006-2008)
LIS 316 Research and Statistical Methods (3c-2024/2025)
LIT312Information Technology and Libraries (4c-2004-2006)
LIT 311Information Services to The Disadvantaged Group (3c-2012-2014)
LIT223Serials/ Journal Publications (3c-2005-2007)
LIT221Preservation of Library Materials (3c-2005-2007 & 2017)
LIT219Information Repackaging (2c-2017-2018)
LIT218Collection Development (3c-2006-2007)
LIS 215Library Services for Children and Adolescents (2c-2024/2025)
LIT 126Introduction to Information Studies II (4c-2010-2012)
LIT115Introduction to Information Studies I (3c-2010-2012)

Postgraduate Courses

LIT 724Collection Development Management (3c-2014-2019)
LIT 717Information Industry and Resources (3c-2014-2019)
LIT899Postgraduate Thesis (6c-2015-2025)
LIT 826Libraries and Information Centres (2c- 2022 - 2025)
LIT 821Advanced Research Methods (3c- 2022 - 2025)
LIT 820Information Literacy (2c-2014 to 2025)
LIT 816Indexing and Abstracting Services (2c-2016-2017)
LIT 815Serial Publications (2c-2014-2015)
LIT 810Trends in Library and Information Science Professions (3c-2014 to 2025)

Supervision

Master's Degree

JOSEPH, Manasseh Men

Influence of Digital Library Platforms on Research Productivity of Academic Staff in Universities in Niger State, Nigeria.

2025
ongoing

MOMOH-JIMOH, Khalimat Oyiza

Influence of Access, Use and Acquisition Policy of Information Resources on Academic Activities of Students in Tertiary Institutions in Kogi State, Nigeria.

2026
completed

BABA, Jibrin

Information Availability and Utilization for Enhanced wellbeing of the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Patients in Federal Medical Centres in North-Central Nigeria.

2025
completed

MAGAJI, Hauwa

Access and Use of Public Libraries by Grassroots People for Community Transformation in North-Central, Nigeria.

2025
completed

SHUAIBU, Ndako

Availability, Access and Use of Reference Information Resources and Services for Research Activities of Students in Federal Polytechnics in North-Central Nigeria.

2025
completed

SHEHU, Rabi Ahmed

Selective Dissemination of Information and Demographic Variables as Determinants of Enhanced Living Standard of Rural Women in North Central Nigeria.

2024
completed

AFOLABI,Aisha Folashade

Information Access and use in curbing emerging diseases among secondary school students: A study of Abuja FCT, Nigeria

2024
completed

AKOBE, Oluwatosin Daniel

Access, Use and Dissemination of Information on Waste Disposal by Environmental Health Workers for Hygienic Lifestyle; A Study of Minna, Nigeria.

2023
completed

AWODI, Maryam

Influence of Quality and Use of Serial Publications on Research Output of Postgraduate Students in National Open University in North-Central Nigeria

2021
completed

ABDULRAHMAN, Abdulmalik

Assessment of Information Retrieval Tools as Media of Service Delivery Among Students users of Academic Libraries in Niger, Nigeria.

2023
completed

AHMED, Yabagi

Effect of Staff Attitude, Theft and Policies on Lending Services to Undergraduate Students in Federal University Libraries in North-Central Nigeria

2021
completed

YUSUF, Abdullahi

Influence of Public Library Resources and Services on Information Searching Skills of Patrons; a Study of North Central States Nigeria

2019
completed

AFOLABI, AbdulsalamNiyi

Influence of Information Dissemination, Currency and Utilisation on the Productivity of Pharmaceutical Companies in North Central Nigeria

2019
completed

BABATUNDE, Tomi James

Information and Communication Technology Infrastructures and Skilled Manpower as Determinant of Effective Resource Sharing in Academic Libraries in North Central Nigeria

2019
completed

ADAMU, Abbas Gora

Influence of Information Literacy Skills on the use of Library and E-library Information Resources Among Undergraduate Students in Universities in Kano State, Nigeria.

2019
completed

IBRAHIM, Lubabatu

Utilisation of Open Access Resources and Productivity of Academic Librarians in Federal Universities in North Central Nigeria

2018
completed

DAUDA, Dahiru Anache

Entrepreneurship for National Development: A Study of Undergraduate Students of Library and Information Science Departments in North-Central Nigeria

2018
completed

GABASA, Paraya

Assessment of the Role of Medical Librarians on Maternal Awareness, Access and Utilisation of Health Information Resources in Federal Universities in Northern Nigeria

2018
completed

LAWAN,Nura Muhammad

Assessment of Information Literacy Skills on the use of Library and E-library Information Resources among Students of Tertiary Institutions in Kano State, Nigeria

2018
completed

ANGO, Abubakar Aliyu

Effect of Academic Staff Competence and Internet Services on the use of Open Access Journals in Federal Universities in North Central Nigeria

2017
completed

OGUNMADE, Christiana Tinuola

Influence of Accessibility and use of Nigerian Collection in National Library of Nigeria, Abuja

2017
completed

ILIYASU, Jafar Abdullahi

Assessment of Reference Sources, Services Provision and use in Academic Libraries in Sokoto State, Nigeria

2017
completed

IBRAHIM, Peter Alih

Assessment of Availability and Utilisation of Information and Communication Technology for Information Provision in University Libraries in Abuja, Nigeria

2017
completed

Abdulsalam, Rukaiya

Influence of Job Satisfaction on the Performance of Librarians in Niger State, Nigeria

2017
completed

ABU, Omali Isa

Relationship between Staff Development and Job Performance among Academic Librarians in Niger State, Nigeria

2017
completed

ADAMU, Mohammed Saba

Evaluative Study of Preservation and Use of Information Resources in Academic Libraries in Niger State, Nigeria

2017
completed

Doctor of Philosophy

AFOLABI, Abdulsalam Niyi

Environmental Factors, Information Access and Utilisation in the Preparation of Indigenous Food for Human Well being by Restaurants in Niger State, Nigeria.

IKANI, Adaji Joshua

Library-Readiness and Adoption of Artificial Intelligence for Transformation of Library Services in Federal Universities in North-Central Nigeria

ILOKA, Emeka Cletus

Bibliometric Study of Biochemistry Doctoral Thesis for Improved Research and Patron-Driven Acquisition in Federal University Libraries in North-Central Nigeria

ABDULKADIR, Khadijat

Influence of Information Provision, Knowledge, and Attitude of Women on Rhesus Factor Management in North-Central, Nigeria

OSEDERA, Wilson

Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence Tools and Information Searching Skills of Education Postgraduate Students for Research Activities in Federal Universities in North-Central, Nigeria

ODIGIE, Ojeime Imosili

Assessing Metadata Consistency and Interoparability of Repository Digital Items for Scholarly Visibility in Federal University Libraries in North-Central, Nigeria

SULIEMAN, Adamu Abdulkadir

Communication Pattern, Information Needs and Utilisation of Information Resources for Research Activities by Postgraduate Students in Specialised University Libraries in Northern Nigeria

YARIMA, Fwenshimwa Goyol

Farmers’ Information Needs and Access to National Root Crops Research Institute Services for Sustainable Irish Potatoes Production in Plateau State, Nigeria

UNO, Comfort Adeline

Critical Reasoning and Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Research Activities of Engineering Postgraduate Students in Federal University North-Central, Nigeria

SAIDU, Amina Abubakar

Influence on Mentoring, Collaboration Practices and Digital Skills on Career Progression of Library and Information Science Educators in Universities in North-Central Nigeria

MOHAMMMED, Hauwa Kandi

Information Resources, Query Optimization and User Experience for Information Retrieval by Researchers in Institution in South-West, Nigeria

BABATUNDE, Tomi James

Information and Communication Technology Proficiency, Access and Use of Non-English Collections for Research Activity of Postgraduate Students in Universities in South-West, Nigeria

ABDULLAHI, Abubakar Panti

Public Library Objectives, Staff ICT Competencies, Cognitive Qualities as Correlates to the Fifteenth Sustainable Development Goals in North-Central, Nigeria

MOHAMMED, Shantali Musa

Availability and Utilisation of Electronic Resources and Environmental Variables as Determinant for Research Productivity of Lecturers in Specialized University in Northern Nigeria.

IMAVAH, Shaka Apodoghe

Usability and User Experience on Functionality of a Model Academic Library Website for Federal University of technology in Nigeria

YUSUF, Muhammad

Perception, Attitude and Proficiency of Postgraduate Students on the Use of Electronic Information Resources for Research in Public University Libraries, Nigeria.

YUSUFU, Shehu Amanyi

Utilisation of Mobile Technology Devices in the Provision of Information Services in University Libraries in North Central Nigeria.

ABEDOH, Godwin Onimisi

Health Information seeking behaviour and utilisation for the management of diabetes mellitus among patients in tertiary health facilities in North-central, Nigeria

ADAMU, Mohammed Saba

Influence of ICT and In-service Training on job Performance of Librarians in Federal Universities in Nigeria.

NDAGI, Saidu Sonfada

Information Literacy and Demographic Factors as Correlates of Effective Use of Electronic Library Resources by Lecturers in Universities in North Central Nigeria.

MOHAMMED, Abubakar Abdullahi

Preservation Techniques and Access to Digital Materials on Research Output of Users in Federal University Libraries in Northern Nigeria

Publications

1.

Users Perception of Technology Use for Theft Detection and Library Management in Private Universities in Abuja.

Yusufu, S. A., Babalola, G. A., Udoudoh, S. J., Yusuf, M. A. & Obaje A. M

African Journals, Universities and Research (AFJUR), 1(4); 202-209
2025
2.

Motivational Factors for Sustainable Irish Potato Production: Leveraging Emerging Technologies to Enhance Farmers’ Access to Information needs in Plateau State, Nigeria.

Yarima, F. G., Oyedum, G. U., Babalola, G. A. & Bello, L. Y

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday 7th – Friday 11th October, 2024
2024
3.

Originality in Scholarly Publishing as Correlate for Research Visibility in the Digital Age.

Musa, R., Babalola, G. A., Saidu, A. A., Uno, C. A., &Ayinde, A. M

Journal of information, Education, Science and Technology (JIEST), 9(1), 139-147,
2024
4.

From hidden to highlighted: Transforming Scholarly Visibility Through Meta Data Practices in Nigeria:

Odigie, O. I.; Babalola G. A.; Udensi, J. N. & Salau, S. A

Lokoja Journal of Information Science Research, 2(2); 172-186
2024
5.

Generative Artifical Intelligence tools for Research Activities of Postgraduate Students: The Reality of its continuity.

Uno, C. A., Babalola, G. A., Oyedum, G. U., & Ojeniyi, J. A.

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday 7th – Friday 11th October, 2024.
2024
6.

Use of Information Resources in Public Libraries by Grassroot People for Community Transformation in North-Central, Nigeria.

Magaji, H., Babalola, G. A. & Chuks-Ibe, P. O.

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday 7th – Friday 11th October, 2024.
2024
7.

A Review of Librarians Attitude to Mobile Technology Devices and Provision of Information Services for the Research Activities of Postgraduate Students in Universities in Nigeria: A Digital Librarian’s Perspective.

Yusufu, S. A., Babalola, G. A., Udoudoh, S. J., Alenoghena, C. O. &Babalola, O. F.

PLASU Journal of Library Archival & Information Science, 1 (1) October, 2024
2024
8.

The Role of Digital Library Platforms in Shaping Towards a Productive Research.

Men, J. M., Babalola, G. A., & Chuks-Ibe, P.O.

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday7th– Friday 11th October, 2024
2024
9.

Agricultural Derived Orgnanochlorine Pesticide Residues Impact on Macroinvertebrate Community in an Afrotropical Stream. .

Ikayaja, E. O., Babalola, G. A., Zabley, N. & Arimoro, F. O.

Heliyon, Elsevier Ltd.
2024
DOI
10.

Academic Collaboration for Effective Career Progression of Library and Information Science Educators in Universities in North-Central Nigeria: Issues and Challenges.

Saidu, A. A., Oyedum, G. U., Babalola, G. A., & Obaje, A. M.

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday 7th – Friday 11th October, 2024.
2024
11.

Information and Communication Technology Proficiency, Access and Use of Non-English Collections for Research Activities of Postgraduate Students in Universities in South-West, at CPES Complex, Bosso Campus, between Monday 7th – Friday 11th October, 2024. Nigeria.

Babatunde, T. J., Babalola, G. A., Ahmed, A. O. & Chuks-Ibe, P. O

10th SSTE Hybrid International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), Federal University of Technology, Minna, tagged “Emerging Technology and innovative Pedagogy for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development” held
2024
12.

Publishing, Copyright and Ethical Practices as Influencing Factors on the Research Productivity of Academic Librarians in a Changing Society: A case study of two Universities in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G. A., Yusuf, F. L., Afolabi, A. N., Alex-Nmecha, J. C. & Chuks-Ibe, P. O.

Lokoja Journal of Information Science Research, 1(1): 15-28.
2023
13.

Postgraduate Students Attitude as Correlates of Electronic Information Resources Usage for Research in North-West, Nigeria.

Yusuf, M., Babalola, G. A., Udoudoh, S. J. & Onwukanjo, S. A.

Journal of Information Practice and Management (JIPM), 2(1); 97 – 111.
2023
14.

Emerging Electronic Information Resources Usage for Research Among Postgraduate Students in Universities in North—West, Nigeria.

Yusuf, M., Babalola, G. A. & Udoudoh S. J. & Onwukanjo, S. A

Conference proceedings of Federal University Dutsin-Ma Library Complex in collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Science, Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State and Government Divisional Public Library, Kota (Rajasthan), India, 273 – 282.
2023
15.

Perception, Attitude and Proficiency of Postgraduate Students as Correlates of Electronic Information Resources Usage for Research in North-West, Nigeria.

Yusuf, M., Babalola, G. A.,Udoudoh, S. J. & Onwukanjo, S. A.

International Journal of Information Applied Technologies in Library and Information Management, 9(2).
2023
DOI
16.

Citation Analysis on the Articles published in Bayero Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences (BAJOPAS), from 2008 – 2020. An International Journal in Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria in the

Babalola, G. A., Yusuf, M. & Aliyu, Y.

Proceeding of the 2nd Library and Information Sensitization Forum in Nigeria (LISFN) International Conference, 2023 in collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Science, Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, 153 – 160.
2023
17.

Influence of In-Service Training on Job Performance of Librarians in Federal Universities in Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S., Udoudoh, S. J. & Babalola, G. A

Journal of Information, Education, Science and Technology (JIEST), 8(2): 92 – 113
2022
18.

Research visibility as an indicator of productivity of LIS professionals and credibility of the concerned institution. Conference proceeding of the

Babalola, G. A.; Afolabi, A. N., Akidi, J.O, Odili, C. & Abdulrahman, J. R. S.

23rdNigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National conferencetagged “LIS Education and Practice in the COVID-19 Era” head at University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria. Between 11th – 13th October, 2021.
2022
19.

Mentoring as a facilitator of research productivity of LIS educators in tertiary institutions in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. .

Babalola, G. A., Imeremba, U.D & Omame, I.M.

Lagos Journal of Library and Information Science, 10(1 & 2): 215-227
2022
20.

Traditional Herbal Information Management and Transfer for Combating COVID-19 Pandemic.

Busari, S. A., Babalola, G. A. & Imeremba, U. D.

Journal of Information, Education, Science and Technology (JIEST), 8(2): 1 – 9
2022
21.

Academic libraries in IoT era: moving towards smart services.

Adegoke, K.A, &Babalola, G. A

Conference proceeding of the 2022 DLIS 4th Biennial conference. Tagged “Information and Knowledge Management in the 4th industrial revolution & Covid-19 era” held at university of Botswana indoor stadium between 25th to 27th April, 2022.
2022
22.

Influence of Information communication technology on job performance of librarians in federal universities in North-central, Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S., Udoudoh, S. J. & Babalola, G.A

60th National Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigeria Library Association, Abuja. Tagged “Library and Information Services in Nigeria: 1962-2022”, held at Bolton event centre, Wuse zone 7 Abuja, National Library of Nigeria between 3rd to 8TH July, 2022.
2022
23.

Relationship between staff development and job performance among librarians in tertiary institutions of learning in Niger State.

Abu, O.I, & Babalola, G. A.

International Journal of Industrial Technology, Engineering, Science and Education, (IJITESED), 2(1): 74-80
2021
24.

Improved 2-level Data Security Approach using DNA Cryptography.

Awwal, I.M, Ojekunle, J.A, Abisoye, O.A, Babalola, G. A,Olatunde, A.B. & Shedrack, A.O

Conference proceeding of IET digital library: 4th Smart cities symposium (SCS2021) held at Bahrain between 21st to 23rd November, 2021.
2021
25.

Information Literacy Skills as Predictors of Use of Electronic Information Resources by Undergraduate Students of Bayero University Kano, Nigeria.

Babalola,G.A.,Sahabi, M.K.; Maifata, N.M. & Mohammed, A.A

Global Scientific Journal, 9(10): 1456-1468.
2021
26.

Challenges Influencing Adoption of Preservation Techniques of Digital Resources by Academic Staff for Research Output in Federal University Libraries in Northern Nigeria.

Institute Mohammed, A. A., Saka, K. A.; Babalola, G. A. & Ahmed, A. O

2021 Conference of the Nigerian Library Association, Kaduna State Chapter, tagged “Towards Attaining Sustainable Development Goals through Library and Information Services Delivery in Nigeria”, held at National Research for Chemical Technology (NARICT), Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. 4th – 5th August, 2021.
2021
27.

Significance of continuous professional development in enhancing job performance of librarians in Federal university libraries in North-central, Nigeria.

Adamu, M.S, Udoudoh, S.J, Babalola, G. A, & Yusuf, F.L

Nigerian Libraries, Journal of the Nigerian Library Association, 54(1): 16-28
2021
28.

Access, Use and Dissemination of Information on Waste Disposal by Environmental Health Workers for Hygienic Lifestyle a Study of Minna, Nigeria. Proceedings of

Akobe, O.D., Babalola, G.A. & Ahmed, A.O.

2021 Conference of the Nigerian Library Association, Kaduna State Chapter, tagged “Towards Attaining Sustainable Development Goals through Library and Information Services Delivery in Nigeria”, held at National Research Institute for Chemical Technology (NARICT), Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. 4th – 5th August, 2021.
2021
29.

A study of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage as Cohesive Forces among Selected Tribes in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola,G.A., Salubuyi, M. A. & Akidi, J. O.

Middlebelt Journal of Library and Information Science, 19: 75 – 83
2021
30.

ICT Proficiency and Mentoring as Panacea to Low Research Productivity among LIS Educators in Lafia, Nassarawa State, Nigeria.

Babalola,G.A., Omame, I.M. & Imeremba, U.D.

International Journal of Information Processing and Communication, 11(2): 75 – 93.
2021
31.

Acquisition of Information Literacy Skills and Use of Electronic Library Resources by Lecturers in University Libraries in North-Central, Nigeria.

Ndagi, S.S., Akor, P.U.; Saka, K.A. & Babalola, G. A

2021 Conference of the Nigerian Library Association, Kaduna State Chapter, tagged “Towards Attaining Sustainable Development Goals through Library and Information Services Delivery in Nigeria”, held at National Research Institute for Chemical Technology (NARICT), Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. 4th – 5th August, 2021.
2021
32.

Indigenous Knowledge, Human and Natural Endowment as Instruments of National Integration in a Multi-cultural society: A study of Chanchaga Local Government in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G. A.; Ango A.A &Akidi, J.O.

Conference proceeding of the Joint KESSA-AISA-MMU 11th Annual International Interdisciplinary Conference in collaboration with Multimedia University of Kenya, tagged “Globalisation and Development in Africa” held at Multimedia University of Kenya. 23rd – 26th June, 2021.
2021
33.

Stemming the tide of youth restiveness through information dissemination and entrepreneurial training: A study of Minna, Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G. A., Afolabi, A.N, Adamu, A.L.G, Saidu, A.A, & Musa, R.

Nasarawa Journal of Library and Information Science (NAJLIS), 5(1): 118 -130
2021
34.

Mentoring, knowledge sharing, ICT versatility as influencing factors on research productivity and career advancement of LIS educators. In Knowledge sharing and sustainable LIS education in Nigeria. Ed. Udo Nwokocha Lagos: Zeh Communications.

Babalola, G. A., Uno, C.A., Saidu, A.A., Tsado, L.Y., Salubuyi, M.A. & Abubakar, U.

Conference proceeding of the 21st Nigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National conference tagged “Knowledge Sharing and Sustainable LIS Education in Nigeria”, held at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. 9th – 13th September, 2019.
2020
35.

Effective resource sharing services in university libraries in North Central Nigeria.

Babatunde, T., Alhassan, J. A. & Babalola, G. A.

Library Philosophy and Practice, 4520.
2020
DOI
36.

Effect of resourcefulness on the research productivity of LIS educators in Nasawara State, Nigeria.

BabalolaOmame, I.M; Salubuyi, M.A; Tsado, L.Y; Uno, C.A; &Saidu, A.A, G. A.

University of Ibadan Journal of Library and Information Science, 3(2), 66 – 78.
2020
37.

Information and Communication Technology Infrastructures and staff competence as correlate of effective resource sharing in university libraries in North Central Nigeria.

Babatunde, T. Alhasssan, J. A. &Babalola, G. A.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4353
2020
DOI
38.

Mentoring, collaborative researches and ICT versatility as influencing factors on research productivity of LIS educators in Nigeria. In Knowledge sharing and sustainable LIS education in Nigeria. Ed. UdoNwokocha. Lagos: Zeh Communications.

Babalola, G. A., Saidu, A.A., Abubakar, U., Uno, C.A., Tsado, L. & Tauheed, H.N

21st Nigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National Conference tagged “Knowledge Sharing and Sustainable LIS Education in Nigeria”, held at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. 9th – 13th September, 2019.
2020
39.

InformationDissemination and Environmental Factors as Indispensable Instruments for Efficient Catering Services: A Study of Selected Restaurants in Yola Metropolis, Adamawa State, Nigeria,Lagos

Babalola,G.A,Adamu,A.L.G;Afolabi,A.N;&Babalola,O.F.

JournalofLibraryandInformationScience,9(1/2):123–142
2020
40.

Empowering LIS educators with ICT skills for creative and innovative knowledge sharing in the digital age. In Knowledge sharing and sustainable LIS education in Nigeria. Ed. UdoNwokocha. Lagos: Zeh Communications.

Babalola, G. A., Tsado, L.Y., Udoudoh, S.J., Saidu, A.A, Uno, C.A. &Madaki, A.M.

Conference proceeding of the 21st Nigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National conference tagged “Knowledge Sharing and Sustainable LIS Education in Nigeria”, held at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. 9th – 13th September, 2019.
2020
41.

Influence of Preservation Techniques and Access to Digital Resources on Research Outputs of Academic Staff in Federal University Libraries in Northern Nigeria.

Muhammed, A. A., Saka, K. A., Babalola, G. A.& Ahmed, A. O

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal),4141,123–142.
2020
DOI
42.

(2019). Access to Digital Materials on Research Output: Experience of Federal University Libraries Users in Northern States of Nigeria.

Mohammed, A. A., Saka, K. A., Babalola, G. A. & Ahmed, A. O.

Samaru Journal of Information Studies,19(1): 72-91
2019
43.

Analysis of Interactive Features in Nigerian Online Newspapers,

Ogunwande, T. I., Kur, J. T. & Babalola, G. A.

The Journal of the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE), Nigerian Chapter, 16 (2): 481-497
2019
44.

Influence of new media in information service delivery in university libraries in North East geo-political zone, Nigeria.

Adamu, A.L.G., Babalola, G.A. & Saka, K. A

International Journal of Information Processing and Communication, 7(2), 50 – 60.
2019
45.

Information Literacy Skills: Effective Tools for Equitable and Quality Education in the 21st Century.

Babalola, G. A., Adamu A. L. G. &Afolabi, A. N

Conference proceeding of the 20thNigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National Conference tagged “Information Literacy for Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria”, held at Benue State University, Markurdi, Nigeria. 17th – 21st September, 2019.
2018
46.

Preservation Methods and Access to Digital Materials on Research Output of Users in Federal University Libraries in Northern Nigeria.

Mohammed, A. A., Saka, K. A., Babalola, G. A. & Ahmed, A. O.

Nigerian Journal of Library and Information Science, 3(2): 489-506
2018
47.

Assessment of role of medical librarians on pregnant women utilisation of health information resources in Federal Universities in Northern Nigeria.

Gasaba, P., Oyedum, G.U. & Babalola, G.A

Journal of Information Resource Management (JIRM), 6(1):47-54
2018
48.

Library and Information Science Education and Dissemination of Agricultural Information for Sustainable Development in Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S., Babalola, G.A. & Dogara, L.

Middlebelt Journal of Library and Information Science, 16:23-31
2018
49.

Reinvigorating Library and Information Science (LIS) Curriculum in a fast changing society. Information Impact:

Babalola, G.A., Adamu,M.S., Aji, K.O., Abubakar, F. &Shekarau, M.I

Journal of Information and Knowledge Management, 9(4):46-53
2018
50.

Effect of Social Media on the Service Delivery and Productivity of Four Selected Pharmaceutical Companies in Minna and Ilorin, Nigeria. Proceeding of the

Afolabi, A.N., Oyedum, G.U. &Babalola, G.A

6th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Quality Education Through Innovative Pedagogy”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 1st – 5th October, 2018.
2018
51.

Use of open access journals by academic staff of Federal Universities in North Central, Nigeria.

Ango, A. A.,Babalola, G.A. & Ahmed, R. S.

Ebonyi Journal of Library and Information Science, 5(1): 55-66
2018
52.

Team Teaching and Collaborative Learning Strategies for Quality Education.

Udoudoh, S.J., Omame, I.M.&Babalola, G.A.

6th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Quality Education Through Innovative Pedagogy”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 1st – 5th October, 2018.
2018
53.

Effect of preservation on the use of information resources in colleges of education libraries, Niger State, Nigeria.

Adamu, M.S., Babalola G.A. & Kasim, M.B.

Nigerian Libraries, 51(2):61-72
2018
54.

Availability and Utilisation of Electronic Resources and Services by Librarians in University Libraries in Nasarawa State, Nigeria.

Omame, I.M., Babalola, G.A., Umaru, I.A. & Udoudoh, S.J.

6th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Quality Education Through Innovative Pedagogy”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 1st – 5th October, 2018.
2018
55.

Enhancing Research Productivity of Librarians through Information and Communication Technology at Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria.

Ibrahim, L., Babalola, G.A. & Ahmed, A. O

5th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Science and Technology Education in a Dwindling Economy”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 3rd -6th October, 2017
2017
56.

Evaluative study of preservation and use of information resources in university libraries in Niger State, Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S.,Babalola, G.A. & Udoudoh, S. J.

Journal of Information, Education, Science and Technology (JIEST), 4(1): 150-156
2017
57.

Assessment of preservation and use of information resources in polytechnic libraries in Niger State, Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S.,Babalola, G.A. & Udoudoh, S. J.

Journal of Information Resource Management (JIRM), 5(2): 122-135
2017
58.

Influence of preservation on the use of information resources in academic libraries in Niger State, Nigeria.

Adamu, M. S., Babalola, G.A. & Udoudoh, S. J.

Samaru Journal of Information Studies, 17(2):1-18
2017
59.

Integration of Entrepreneurial Training in Library and Information Technology Profession for National Development in a Recessed Economy.

Dauda, D. A., Babalola, G.A. & Ahmed, A. O

5th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Science and Technology Education in a Dwindling Economy”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 3rd -6th October, 2017
2017
60.

Effect of Information Literacy Skills on Use of Electronic Information Resources in the 21st Century Among Academic Staff of Federal College of Education Kano.

Lawan, N.M., Ahmed, A. O. & Babalola, G.A

Proceeding of the Annual Conference of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) Niger State Chapter tagged Global Issues in the 21st Century Librarianship Held at Federal Polytechnic Bida, Niger State, Nigeria, 27th Nov – 1st Dec, 2017.
2017
61.

Global trends in information and communication technology: implication for sustainable development in education. Proceeding of the

Udoudoh,S.J. Babalola, G.A. & Akobe,O.D.

4th International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “21st Century Global Changes in Education: Implications for Sustainable Development”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 4th -7th October, 2016
2016
62.

Accentuating productive reading in students through information resources: A survey of secondary schools in Minna, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A. Shittu, K.O. & Oyewumi, O.O.

Journal of Information, Education, Science and Technology (JIEST), 3(1): 46-55
2016
63.

Reference sources, services provision and use in three academic libraries in Sokoto State.

Iliyasu, J. A., Babalola, G.A. & Saka, K. A.

Library and Information Management Forum, 18(1&2): 1-8
2016
64.

Quality control in post graduate supervision in library schools; A study of Library and Information Technology Department, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A., Abifarin, F.P. &Adamu, M.B

Proceeding of the 18thNigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National conference tagged “Quality Assurance in Library and Information Science Education in Nigeria”, held at University of Ibadan Conference Centre Ibadan, Ibadan Nigeria. 9th – 13th May, 2016.
2016
65.

Improving the productivity of rural populace through multimedia and hypermedia information tools in Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. Proceeding of the

Babalola, G.A., Kur, J. T & Adepoju, S. A.

3rd International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Enhancing Information Management, Science and Technology Education through Interactive Multimedia and Hypermedia Instructions ”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Minna, Nigeria, 4th -7th October, 2015
2015
66.

Productivity, profitability and entrepreneurial skills needed in setting up and maintaining library and information firms: a study of Abuja, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A., Abifarin, F.P. & Ahmed, A.O.

Proceeding of the 17thNigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) National conference tagged “Training the Library and Information Science Students for Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century”, held at University of Uyo, Uyo, AkwaIbom, Nigeria, 11th – 14th May, 2016
2015
67.

. (2015). Contending issues in the development of Library and Information Science Education in Nigeria: A case study of Library and Information Technology Department, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, In: Contemporary Issues in Library and Information Science Education in Nigeria

Oyedum, G.U., Ahmed, A.O., Babalola, G.A., & Ibe, O

Proceeding of the 16th Nigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE) Conference held at Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria, 28th April – 1st May, 2014
2015
68.

Enhancing intellectual productivity through copyright: A survey of tertiary institutions in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A, Adeniji, M.A. & Ahmed, A.O.

International Journal of Library and Information Science (IJLIS), 7.(9): 173-182.
2015
DOI
69.

Influence of Internet connectivity and collaboration on the research productivity of librarians in colleges of education in Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A.

Journal of Information Management, 2(2):1-10,
2015
DOI
70.

Influence of environmental factors on the productivity of librarians in colleges of education in Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A.&Nwalo, K.I.N.

International Journal of Library Science (IJLS), 11(2): 64–79
2014
DOI
71.

Entrepreneurial skills for employability, job creation and productivity for Library and Information Technology Practitioners: Proceeding of the

Babalola, G.A., & Abifarin, F.P.

2nd International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Science and Technology Education for Self Reliance”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Minna, Nigeria, 12th -15th October, 2014
2014
72.

Influence of job motivation on staff productivity in Academic Libraries in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A. Oyedum, G.U. & Aboyade, W.A

Middle Belt Journal of Library and Information Science, 12: 103 – 115
2014
73.

Influence of academic qualification, staff development and ownership of institutions on the productivity of librarians in colleges of education in Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A.

Journal of Educational Review, (JER), 7 (1): 31-40.
2014
DOI
74.

Enhancing aesthetics in sitting rooms through information dissemination: A survey of houses in Minna, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A, Babalola, O.F. &Adedokun, O.O.A.

Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education(JOSTMED), 10.(3): 23-33
2014
75.

Influence of job motivation, demographic and environmental factors on the productivity of librarians in colleges of education in Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A.

International Journal of Social Relevance and Concern (IJSRC), 2( 2): 21- 35,
2014
DOI
76.

Entrepreneurship in Library and Information Technology for self-relience: Proceeding of the

Udoudoh, S.J., Babalola, G.A., Bitagi, A.M., & Saka, K.A.

2nd International Conference of the School of Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Science and Technology Education for Self Reliance”, held at CPES Complex, Bosso campus, Minna, Nigeria, 12th -15th October, 2014
2014
77.

Influence of job motivation on the productivity of librarians in colleges of education in Nigeria.

Babalola, G. A. & Nwalo, K. I. N.

Journal of Information and Knowledge Management, 3(5): 70-75.
2013
DOI
78.

Management as sine qua non to productivity in any organisations: A study of public libraries in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G. A. & Okiki, O. C.

International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, 3(9): 457-463
2013
DOI
79.

Effect of environmental factors on productivity of academic librarians in Niger State, Nigeria.

Babalola, G.A.; Adeniji, M.A. & Udoudoh, S.J

Journal of Library, Educational Media and Information Studies (JOLEMIS), 5(1): 61-72
2013
80.

Library and Information Technology for national transformation: curriculum building perspective in Nigeria. Proceeding of the

Ahmed, A.O., Oyedum, G.U., & Babalola, G.A

1st International Conference of the School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, tagged “Science and technology education in the transformation of developing nations” organised by the School of Technology Education, Federal University of Technology, Minna at GadoNasko Auditorium, Niger State College of Education, Minna,Nigeria,6-9 October, 2013.
2013
81.

Workers training programmes in two university libraries in Nigeria.

Adeniji, M.A; Babalola, G.A. & Adeniji

Library Philosophy and Practice, 2012. June 2012 edition, ISSN 1522-0222
2012
DOI
82.

Customers’ adoption and usage of the internet banking and other web services in banking.

Adepoju, S.A; Babalola, G.A. & Onyeabor, G.A.

International Journal of Management and Business Studies (IJMBS), 1(4):48-51.
2011
DOI
83.

Intra communication patterns in academic libraries: of tertiary institutions in Niger State, Nigeria, Owena

Babalola, G.A.; Adepoju, S. A. & Aboyade, W. A.

Journal of Library and Information Science, 3(2): 50-64.
2010
84.

A study of the benefits of copyright protection among right owners in Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria,

Babalola, G.A. & Adeniji, M. A

Journal of Information Resource Management (JIRM), 2(1): 62-79.
2009
85.

Piracy, an insidious economic termite: A case study of Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State,

Babalola, G.A

Borno Library, Archival and Information Science Journal,7(2): 109 – 124.
2008
86.

Children librarianship, a rare and unique calling, a case study of nursery and primary schools in Minna metropolis,

Babalola, G.A

Middle Belt Journal of Library and Information Science, 7 (1 &2 ): 15 – 33.
2007
87.

Assessment of library services availability in support of National policy on education in Minna, Nigeria,

Babalola G.A.

Nigerian School Library Journal.6:35-56.
2007
88.

Environmental health hazard and Community Information Services in Bosso – Minna, Niger State of Nigeria,

Babalola, G.A.

Coal City Libraries, 4: 35 -50
2006
89.

Information dissemination and environmental management: A case study of Federal University of Technology, Bosso Campus, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria,

Babalola, G.A.

Educational Forum, 9 (1): 5 – 10
2006
90.

Violation of copyright through photocopying: A case study of Federal University of Technology, Minna,

Babalola, G.A

Borno Library, Archival and Information Science Journal,5 (2): 54-64.
2006
91.

The indispensability of Information technology in a rapidly changing information society.

Babalola, G.A.

Proceeding of the 2nd Annual School of Science and Science Education Conference of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria 20 – 23 November, 2006.
2006
92.

Environmental management: A case study of the Federal University of Technology, Minna.

Babalola, G.A.

Proceeding of the 1st School of Science and Science Education conference of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria 20 – 23 November, 2005.
2005
93.

Library Services for the Disadvantaged: panacea for sustainable development in Nigeria, A case study of Minna, Niger State,

Babalola, G.A.

Borno Library, Archival and Information Science Journal, 3 (1 & 2): 15-26
2004
94.

A study of people’s knowledge and practices of environmental abuse in Ibadan metropolis, Nigeria,

Babalola, G.A.

African Journal of Education Planning and Policy Studies (AJEPPS), 1 (2): 81-93.
2000