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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- Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara State 2
- AL-ISTIQAMAH UNIVERSITY, SUMAILA, KANO STATE 1
- Al-Qalam University, Katsina, Katsina State 5
- Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State 86
- Alvan Ikoku College of Education, Imo State, (Affl To Univ of Nigera, Nsukka) 11
- Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State 477
- Anambra State College of Health Technology, Obosi, Anambra State 1
- Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State 501
- Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State. (affl To Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka) 3
- Audu Bako College of Agriculture Danbatta, Kano, Kano State 54