International Journal of Academic Library and Information Science
IJALIS
ISSN: 2360-7858
Vol. 13(5), pp. 164- --172 September, 2025.
ISSN: 2360-7858
https://doi.org/10.14662/ijalis2025450
Full Length Research
Fourth Industrial Revolution Technologies in Private Universities libraries in southwest states in Nigeria Libraries: A Systematic Review of Adoption Challenges and Transformation Opportunities
1Samuel Mbre NSSIEN, 2Feyikemi Adeola and 3Emmanuel Ajeigbe AFOLAMI
1University Library, Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State; +2348062443443. 2University Library, Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State. +2348062443443. E-mail: adeola.fb@achievers.edu.ng 3University Library, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria; +2347066302328; E-mail:afolami.ajeigbe@fuoye.edu.ng
*Corresponding author’s E-mail:nssien.sm@achievers.edu.ng
Accepted 19 June 2025
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Abstract |
This study investigated the adoption of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies in private university libraries in Southwest Nigeria, with emphasis on identifying available technologies, examining their level of utilization, exploring challenges hindering adoption, and highlighting transformation opportunities. Guided by a systematic review approach complemented by a structured questionnaire, data were collected from librarians across selected private universities in the region. Descriptive statistics (frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation) and inferential tests (Pearson Product Moment Correlation and multiple regression) were used for analysis. The findings revealed moderate availability of certain 4IR tools such as cloud-based library systems, artificial intelligence–driven search engines, and digital repositories, while advanced technologies like Internet of Things (IoT) applications, robotics, and augmented/virtual reality were largely absent. Major adoption challenges included inadequate funding, poor internet connectivity, high maintenance costs, and a shortage of skilled personnel. Despite these constraints, librarians recognized the transformative potential of 4IR technologies in improving service delivery, enhancing research support, and increasing operational efficiency. Correlation analysis indicated a significant positive relationship between librarians’ digital literacy and technology adoption, while regression results showed that financial and infrastructural factors explained a substantial proportion of the variance in adoption levels. The study concludes that while progress has been made in integrating 4IR technologies into Nigerian private university libraries, strategic investments in infrastructure, capacity building, and policy formulation are critical for maximizing their impact. Recommendations include increased funding, improved internet connectivity, phased technology implementation, and collaborative resource sharing.
Keywords: Fourth Industrial Revolution, 4IR technologies, private university libraries, adoption challenges, digital literacy, Nigeria.
| Cite This Article As: NSSIEN, S.M., Adeola, F., AFOLAMI, E.A (2025). Fourth Industrial Revolution Technologies in Private Universities libraries in southwest states in Nigeria Libraries: A Systematic Review of Adoption Challenges and Transformation Opportunities. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 13(5): 164-172 | |