Copyright and Intellectual Property Protection Strategies on Digital Repositories in Federal Libraries in North Central States
Student: MAIMUNAH USMAN ABUBAKAR (Project, 2025)
Department of Library and Information Science
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State
Abstract
This study investigates copyright and intellectual property protection strategies in digital repositories of federal libraries in North Central Nigeria. Using a quantitative case study of five universities, data were gathered through questionnaires from 76 staff members. Results show limited policies, low user awareness, and weak enforcement of digital rights management systems. Recommendations include standardizing copyright policies, enhancing user education, strengthening DRM systems, and fostering collaboration among libraries and stakeholders to protect intellectual property and uphold academic integrity.
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- Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State 1
- Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa State 20
- Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State 5
- Fidei Polytechnic, Gboko, Benue State 1
- First Technical University, Ibadan, Oyo State 2
- Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State 20
- Gateway Ict Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State 9
- Godfrey Okoye University, Urgwuomu- Nike, Enugu State 4
- Gombe State University, Tudun Wada, Gombe, Gombe State 18
- Hallmark University, Ijebu-Itele,ogun State 1