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Authors:
Abdullahi Bala Shehu, Innocent Sunday Idakwo, Habibat Oiza Ochepa, Isyaka Abdullahi Dankwalba, Nigeria
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Abstract:
The study investigates the information need and seeking behavior of Undergraduate students of Baze University, Abuja. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. The questionnaire was analyzed using Simple frequency Count and percentage for easy interpretation. The research finding shows that majority of the students utilize the library, and that Baze University Undergraduate students majorly seek information for the purpose of assignment and research. Library text books, journals, University library Internet, personal collections are the major research resources, majority of the respondents do not utilize electronic information resources. Internet/network failure, inadequate knowledge on the use of electronic resources/OPAC and information scattered in different sources were found as factors affecting information seeking behavior of respondents. The following recommendations were made in line with the findings of the study: Continuous training of student on proper use of electronic resources as well as adequate coverage of information literacy skills in the use of library currently taught in the university, proper management of network and hardware/software related issues, maintaining adequate collections to meet up with the information needs of Baze University Undergraduate students, installation of Rfid to mitigate against theft.
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