Dr. Obiora Kingsley Udem
Dr. Obiora Kingsley Udem is a READER in LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Obiora Kingsley Udem (PhD) is a Reader/Associate Professor in the Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. His areas of interest include ICT in libraries, information literacy and emerging technologies in libraries.
Personal Information
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Address: | Library And Information Sciences, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2021) July, 2014 to February, 2021 PhD Library And Information Science |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. (Master Degree, December, 2012) June, 2009 to December, 2012 MLIS Library And Information Science |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2006) October, 2002 to July, 2006 B.Ed Library And Information Science |
| 4 | Boys' Secondary School Ukpo. (NECO, June, 2001) September, 1996 to June, 2001 |
| 5 | Central School Ukpo. (FSLC, June, 1996) September, 1991 to June, 1996 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Reader, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Quality Assurance Representative, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2023 to March, 2024 |
| 3 | Postgraduate Coordinator, Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2023 to June, 2023 |
| 5 | Chairman Teaching Practice Committee, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka December, 2022 to Present |
| 6 | Senior Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2021 to October, 2024 |
| 7 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria October, 2018 to October, 2021 |
| 8 | ICT Officer, Department Of Library And Information Science December, 2016 to January, 2023 |
| 9 | Exam Officer, Department Of Library And Information Science December, 2015 to December, 2018 |
| 10 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria April, 2015 to October, 2018 |
| 11 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria April, 2014 to April, 2015 |
| 12 | Library Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria December, 2011 to March, 2014 |
| 13 | Economics Teacher/School Librarian, VISION INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE, ISUA-AKOKO, ONDO STATE. March, 2009 to March, 2008 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Ikenwe, J. I., & Udem, O. K.. (2022, November) Beyond library beginnings: Understanding the digital libraries. In Holland, B. J. (Ed.), Handbook of Research on Technological Advances of Library and Information Science in Industry 5.0 IGI Global |
| 2 | Udem, O. K., Ejike, T. K. & Okpalibekwe, U. N.. (2021, July) COVID-19 And The Future Of Tertiary Education In Nigeria. John Archers (Publishers) LTD, Ibadan, . In Umenweke, M. N., Alumona, K. M., Madubueze, M. H. C., Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C. S. & Etodike, C. N. E., (Ed.), Contemporary Issues on Covid-19 Experiences in Nigeria., pp 195-209 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Udem,O. K., Emereonwu, O. M. & Nwadibe, C. M.. (2024, February), "Information Needs of Prisoners and Adequacy of Information Resources in Prison Libraries in Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology |
| 2 | Udem, O. K. & Bassey, M. G.. (2024, June), "Job Satisfaction as a Correlate of Job Performance of Library Staff in Federal University Libraries in South-East, Nigeria", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 210-226 |
| 3 | Udem, O. K. & Ogbonna, A. O. (2024, June), "Self-Esteem as a Correlate of Job Performance of Librarians in Federal Universities South-East Nigeria", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 17, (Issue 3), pp 196-213 |
| 4 | Udem, O. K., & Ogungbeni, J. I.. (2023, November), "Use of Mobile Technology-Based Library Services and Information Needs Satisfaction of Undergraduates in Universities in South-West Nigeria", Folia Toruniensia, Vol. 23, pp 15-33 |
| 5 | Udem, O. K., Nwadibe, C. M., & Emereonwu, O. M.. (2023, December), "Knowledge of library and information science undergraduates on plagiarism in federal universities in South-East Nigeria", Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 46-62 |
| 6 | Osuchukwu, N. P., Udem, O. K. & Nwosu, M.. (2022, October), "Plagiarism and copyright among LIS professionals in Nigeria: An assumption or a reality?", African Journal of Library, Archives and Information Science, Vol. 32, (Issue 2), pp 233-244 |
| 7 | Ikenwe, J. I., & Udem, O. K.. (2022, November), "Innovative digital transformation for dynamic information service sustainability in university libraries in Nigeria", Folia Toruniensia |
| 8 | Aghauche, E. E., Udem, O. K. & Aghauche, S. I.. (2021, February), "Provision Of Alternative Formats Of Information Resources For Inclusive Library Services Of Visually Impaired Primary School Pupils In Southeast Nigeria", Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)., (Issue 4969) |
| 9 | Udem, O. K., Aghoghovwia, D. U. & Baro, E. E.. (2020, September), "WhatsApp Groups: Channel For Sharing Information Among LIS Professionals In Nigeria", The Electronic Library, Vol. 38, (Issue 4), pp 805-820 |
| 10 | Udem, O. K., Ikenwe, J. I. & Ugwuamoke, E. C.. (2020, November), "Undergraduates’ Perception Of Library Service Quality And Value In The 21st-Century In Southeast Nigeria: A Case Study.", Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), (Issue 4501), pp 1-25 |
| 11 | Anyira, I. E. & Udem, O. K.. (2020, August), "Effect Of Social Media Addiction On Reading Culture: A Study Of Nigerian Students", Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), (Issue 4170) |
| 12 | Udem, O. K. & Anaehobi, E. S.. (2020, March), "Relationship Between Information Literacy Skills Acquisition And Research Self-efficacy Of Library And Information Science Postgraduate Students In Southeast Nigerian Universities", Unizik Journal of Research in Library and Information Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-16 |
| 13 | Idhalama, O. U., Udem, O. K. & Dime, A. I.. (2020, September), "Behavioural Tendencies Of LIS Undergraduates Towards Computer Based Examinations (CBE) In Nigeria", International Journal of Library and Information Studies, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 177-129 |
| 14 | Anyira, I. E. & Udem, O. K. & Njoeteni, L.. (2020, October), "Strategies For Integrating Open Access Resources (OAR) Into Libraries Collections: A Study", International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 5), pp 223 – 229 |
| 15 | Ogungbeni, J. I., Obiamalu, A. R. & Udem, O. K.. (2019, May), "Open Digital Repositories: Prospects Of African Countries Within The Global Information Space", Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), (Issue 2444) |
| 16 | Aduba, D. E., Odegwo, V. O. & Udem, O. K. (2018, August), "Effectiveness of physical academic libraries in a digitally-evolved world", Madonna journal of research in library and information science, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 1-19 |
| 17 | Obinyan, O. M. & Udem, O. K.. (2018, November), "NCE Students’ Perceptions On The Use Of Library Course As An Aid To The Use Of Library Resources In South-West, Nigeria", Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal) |
| 18 | Aghauche, E. E. & Udem, O. K.. (2018, September), "Utilization Of Library And Information Resources By Visually Impaired Primary School Pupils In Special Education Centres In South-east Nigeria", Journal of Applied Information Science and Technology, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 71-78 |
| 19 | Udem, O. K., Ojibah, O. C. & Anunobi, C. V.. (2018, June), "Users’ Characteristics And Challenges: A Study Of Use Of Secondary School Libraries In Onitsha North Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of the Nigerian Academy of Education, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 197-210 |
| 20 | Aghauche, E. E., Udem,O. K. & EOgalanya, E. K.. (2018, April), "Perceived Challenges Of Using Web-based Library Services By Students In Prof. Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Information Science and Technology, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 101-106 |
| 21 | Ogungbeni, J. I., Obiamalu, A. R. & Udem, O. K.. (2018, October), "Nigerian Academic Libraries Patrons’ Information Needs In A Depressed Economy: Electronic Resources To The Rescue", Unizik Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 145-156 |
| 22 | Obiamalu, A. R., Udem, O. K. & Chegwe, A. O.. (2017, May), "Evaluation of Selected University Library’s Websites in Sub-Sahara Africa Using Heuristic Evaluation Criteria", EBSCOEIJER, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 158-162 |
| 23 | Udem, O. K. & Obiamalu, A. R.. (2017, November), "Junior Employees’ Information Needs And Their Seeking Behaviour In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Essays and Researches in Education, Arts and Social Sciences, pp 219-225, A Festschrift in Honour of Prof. Rose Ebenebe |
| 24 | Anunobi, C. V. & Udem, O. K.. (2015, February), "Information Literacy Competencies Of Library And Information Science Postgraduate Students In South East Nigeria Universities: A Focus On The Knowledge And Skill Level", Information and Knowledge Management, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 20-30 |
| 25 | Nkamnebe, E. C., Okeke, I. E., Udem, O. K. & Nkamnebe, C. B.. (2015, September), "Extent Of Information And Communication Technology Skills Possessed By Librarians In University Libraries In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Information and Knowledge Management, Vol. 5, (Issue 9), pp 22-31 |
| 26 | Nwosu, O. C., Obiamalu, A. R. & Udem, O. K.. (2015, April), "Relationship Between Information Literacy Skills And Research Output Of Academic Staff In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Information Science and Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 81-108 |
| 27 | Udem, O. K., Okeke, I. E. & Onwurah, B.. (2015, October), "Digitization Of Library Resources In University Libraries: A Practical Approach, Challenges And Prospects.", Madonna journal of research in library and information science, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 36-57 |
| 28 | Anunobi, C. V. & Udem, O. K.. (2014, December), "Information Literacy Competencies: A Conceptual Analysis", Journal of Applied Information Science and Technology, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 64-80 |
| 29 | Nkamnebe, E. C., Udem, O. K. & Nkamnebe, C. B. (2014, July), "Evaluation Of The Use Of University Library Resources And Services By The Students Of Paul University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Library Philosophy & Practice (e-journal) |
| 30 | Nnamdi, I. P. & Udem, O. K.. (2014, December), "Social Media And Library Services: Points Of Convergence", Library and Information Science Digest, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 88-100 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Staff Development and Job Satisfaction as Correlates of Job Performance of Librarians in Federal University Libraries in South-East, Nigeria" (2024). Completed Masters project by Mary George Bassey: 2020206005P |
| 2 | "Self-Esteem and Job Motivation as Correlate of Job Performance of Librarians in Federal University Libraries in South-East Nigeria" (2024). Completed Masters project by Abigail Oyidiya Ogbonna: 2020206003FB |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Chief Editor, "Madonna Journal of Research in Library and Information Science" (December, 2023) |
| 2 | Editor, "UNIZIK Journal Of Research In Library And Information Science, Vol. 6. No. 1" (July, 2022) |
| 3 | Editor, "UNIZIK Journal Of Research In Library And Information Science" (June, 2018) |
| 4 | Editor, "Use of Library and Information literacy for higher Education" (March, 2016) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Libraries as Facilitators of Digital Inclusion for Sustainable Development: The Nigerian Experience" (July, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "CLOUD COMPUTING-BASED PERSONAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: PERSPECTIVES OF ONLINE FACULTY" (May, 2022) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "External Reader (Proposal Defence)" (January, 2019 to April, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Internal-Internal Reader (Faculty Defence)" (June, 2013 to May, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "External Reader (Faculty Defence)" (October, 2012 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Postgradaute Coordinator, "Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Undergradaute Regular Coordinator, "Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (February, 2023 to June, 2023) |
| 3 | Quality Assurance Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (June, 2023 to March, 2024) |
| 4 | Chairman, Teaching Practice Committee, "Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (December, 2022) |
| 5 | Member, "University Creche Committee" (July, 2021) |
| 6 | Member, "Sub-Committee Of Departmental Quality Assurance" (June, 2021) |
| 7 | Secretary, "Faculty of Education Committee on Students' Welfare" (March, 2021) |
| 8 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (January, 2020 to February, 2020) |
| 9 | GST Monitor, "School Of General Studies" (November, 2019 to January, 2024) |
| 10 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (March, 2019 to July, 2019) |
| 11 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (February, 2019 to March, 2019) |
| 12 | Associate Editor, "UNIZIK Journal Of Research In Library And Information Science (UJOLIS)" (October, 2018) |
| 13 | Member, "Faculty Of Education, International Conference Organizing Committee" (May, 2018 to May, 2020) |
| 14 | Member, "Faculty Of Education, International Conference Organizing Committee" (June, 2018 to June, 2020) |
| 15 | Member, "Faculty Of Education, Committee On Environment And Utilities" (April, 2017 to December, 2018) |
| 16 | Member, "Office Of The Dean, Students Affairs" (June, 2017 to June, 2018) |
| 17 | Examination Officer, "Department Of Library And Information Science" (December, 2016 to December, 2019) |
| 18 | ICT Officer, "Department Of Library And Information Science" (December, 2016) |
| 19 | Member, "Faculty Of Education ICT, Linkages And Collaborations Committee" (December, 2016 to December, 2018) |
| 20 | Member, "Faculty Of Education, National Conference Organizing Committee" (December, 2016 to December, 2018) |
| 21 | ICT Sub-committee Secretary, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Library Advisory Committee" (January, 2016) |
| 22 | Examination Officer, "Department Of Library And Information Science" (December, 2015 to December, 2016) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigeria Library Association (NLA)" (member since 2014), https://nla.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Association of Library and Information Science Educators (NALISE)" (member since 2014), http://www.nalise.org/index.php/about-us |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Nigeria Library Association 61st National Conference/AGM", (Nigeria Library Association, National), 3rd July, 2023 to 7th July, 2023; International Culture & Events Centre Alagbaka, Akure, Ondo State |
| 2 | "Nigeria Library Association, Anambra State Chapter Conference/AGM", (Nigeria Library Association, Anambra State Chapter), 30th November, 2022 to 1st December, 2022; Prof. Kenneth Dike Central e-Library, Awka |
| 3 | "Nigeria Library Association, Anambra State Chapter Conference/AGM", (Nigeria Library Association, Anambra State Chapter), 1st November, 2021 to 3rd December, 2021; Prof. Kenneth Dike Central e-Library, Awka |
| 4 | "National Conference/Exhibition Of ASUP-DSPG Chapter", (Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics), 9th September, 2020 to 9th September, 2020; Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State |
| 5 | "Faculty Of Education National Conference", (Faculty of Education, Nnmadi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th September, 2017 to 20th September, 2017; Faculty of Education, Nnmadi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Workshop On Introduction To Review Articles: Writing Systematic And Narrative Review", (Enago Academy), 29th July, 2020 to 29th July, 2020; Online |
| 2 | "Elsevier’s Two Day Workshop On “Aligning Yourself To Publishing Process”", (Elsevier), 23rd July, 2020 to 24th July, 2022; Online |
| 3 | "Sensitization Workshop On Intellectual Property And Technology Transfer", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 12th April, 2016 to 13th April, 2061; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
| 4 | "Research Capacity Workshop", (Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 10th February, 2016 to 11th February, 2016; Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
| 5 | "High Profile Grant Oriented Proposals - Writing And Research Management Workshop", (Ekwueme Center for Multidisciplinary Research (ECMR), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka in collaboration with Center for Health and Allied Legal and Demographical Development Research and Training (CHALADDRAT)), 26th April, 2015 to 27th April, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "Research And Innovation: Effective Abstract And Conclusion For Research Article", (School of Engineering and Technology & Library Resources), 31st August, 2021 to 31st August, 2021; Online |