Skyline University Nigeria

The Librarian

Introduction

Dr. Abdullahi Bala Shehu is an esteemed academic and visionary leader in the field of Library and Information Science, laced with an impressive academic journey and a wealth of experience, Education and Expertise.

He holds a Ph.D. in Library and Information Science from the prestigious University of Delhi, North Campus, India; a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from Nims University, India; a Master’s degree in Business Information Systems from the University of East London, UK; and a Bachelor’s degree, B.Tech. in Library and Information Technology from FUT Minna, Niger State, Nigeria.

With over ten years of experience leading and managing academic libraries, Dr. Shehu has exemplified excellence in his field. He is a seasoned researcher, a teacher and chartered librarian with International experience and membership, such as: Life Member of SRFLIS India; a Life Member, Delhi Library Association; Member, Association of University Librarians of Nigeria; and also a Member, Nigerian Library Association (FCT chapter). His various roles in academic libraries have demonstrated his commitment to empowering students, faculty and researchers by providing them with seamless access to valuable information resources.

As a senior lecturer at the University of Abuja, he made a significant impact on countless students, fostering a passion for knowledge and research. His academic contributions extend beyond the classroom. He has authored various research publications with an “H” index, and also presented papers at various prestigious conferences worldwide.

Beyond his academic roles, the revered academic has contributed his expertise to the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), and engaged in consultancy services, making a positive impact on various institutions. He has many publications to his credit both nationally and internationally, and has presented various papers at international conferences, seminars and workshops. He is presently the Head Librarian of Skyline University Nigeria.

Experience

Dr. Abdullahi Bala Shehu worked with Baze University for 8 years, was the Director of Beta Pharmacy for 5 years, a Senior Lecturer with department of Library and Information Science University of Abuja and Facilitates for National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).

Research Interest

Social media application to Library services, ICT application to Library, Artificial Intelligence Integration to Library Services.

Journals & Publications

  • A Survey on Wikipedia Awareness and Use by Academic Librarians of Abuja Municipal Nigeria. Shehu Abdullahi Bala. Library Philosophy and Practice, 1 – 16. 2023.
  • A Study on Application of Information and Communication Technology in the University Libraries of North-Central Nigeria. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, and Singh K.P. Library Philosophy and Practice, 1 – 11. 2021.
  • Application of Information and Communication Technologies in Selected Private University Libraries of North-Central Nigeria. Shehu Abdullahi Bala and Singh K.P. Journal of Indian Library Association 57(2) 1 – 12. 2020.
  • Present Status of Information and Communication Technology in Nigerian Academic Libraries. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Singh K.P and Ochepa Habiba. Library of Progress, 40(1). 2019.
  • Mobile Based Library Services in Nigeria: Application, Prospects and Challenges. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Gbasa Paraya. Library Philosophy and Practice, 21 – 31. 2019.
  • Application of Web 2.0 in Private University Libraries of Northern Nigeria using the Theory of Mannes Library 2.0. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Singh,K.P. Library Philosophy and Practice, 50 – 60. 2018.
  • Relevance of Library Services to Faculty Members of Management and Social Sciences, Baze University Abuja. IDakwo S.I, Shehu Abdullahi Bala. International Journal of Management and Social science Baze University Abuja 2(1) 69 – 86. 2018.
  • Information Needs and Seeking Behavior of Baze University undergraduate Student. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Fatima M.I, Dankwalba S.I. International Journal of Economics, Business and Management Research 3(1). 2018.
  • Application of Information and Communication Technology in Circulation Operations in Selected Federal University Libraries in North Central, Nigeria. Idakwo S.I, Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Fatima M.I, Dankwalba S.I. Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management 9(4), 35 – 47. 2017.
  • Effects of Access and Utilization of Electronic Resources on Academic Performance on Postgraduate Student in Universities of North-Central Nigeria. Isah A.Y, Adamu A.A, Shehu Abdullahi Bala. Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management. 8(2). 2017.
  • A Survey On The Use and User Satisfaction of E-Resources Undergraduate Students Perspective: A Case Study Of Baze University Library Abuja. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Idakwo S.I. International Journal of Applied Technologies In Library and Information Management 3(3). 2017.
  • Information And Communication Technologies In Private University in Abuja Nigeria. Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Idakwo S.I, Koro A.M. Ebonyi Journal of Library and Information Science, 4, 176 – 186.

Conference and Seminars Presented/Attended

  • A survey on Wikipedia Awareness and Use by Academic Librarians of Abuja Municipal Nigeria. In AFLIA (Eds). Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Folashade Adepoju. 5th AFlia Conference and 7th African Library Submit, held in Accra, Ghana. 22nd – 26th May 2023.
  • Open and Available Online Academic Databases for Library and Information Services from the Perspective of Developing Nations. In K.P. Singh (Eds). Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Moruwawon Olabisi. 4th DLA-SRFLIS Summit, held in Delhi India (20 – 25). 2023.
  • A Study on the Application of Information and Communication Technology in the University Libraries of North-Central. In Chimni Nareender.K.(Eds). Shehu Abdullahi Bala,P. Singh. Emerging Trends in Library and Information Science during the Covid Era. (374 – 384). 2022.
  • Mobile Based Library Services in Nigeria: “Application, Prospects and Challenges”. In K.P. Singh, R.K. Sharma, R.K. Bhatt, J.N. Singh (Eds). Shehu Abdullahi Bala, Gabasa Paraya DLASRFLIS 2019. International Conference: Digital Strategies in information management for sustainable librarianship. (111 – 115). 2019.
  • Marketing of Electronic Information Resources to Academic Library Users: “A Conceptual Study”. In K.P. Singh, R.K. Sharma, R.K. Bhatt, J.N. Singh (Eds). Idakwo S.I, Shehu Abdullahi Bala. DLA-SRFLIS 2019. International Conference: Digital strategies in information management for sustainable librarianship. (327 – 331). 2019.
  • 16th International Conference on Innovative Research in Science, and Management towards Inclusive and Sustainable Development of the Society, held 27th – 28th April 2019, at RIT Roorkee.
  • 2019 African Library and Information Association and Institutions (AFLIA), Aflia webinar series on Scientific, Research Writing and Publishing Skills for 21st century Librarians, organised on 28th June 2019.
  • 2018 Training on integrated library management system (Koha) organized by Ramkemtech, Abuja, 2nd – 6th April 2018.
  • 2017 Efficiency on the usage ProQuest database, organized by ProQuest team held at African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, 17th August 2017.
  • 2016 LRCN 6th Conference and Annual General Meeting, held at the National Space Research and Development Agency (Obasanjo Space Centre) Abuja, 7th – 11th November 2016.

 

Significant Industry Projects

  • Automation of Beta Pharmacy, H-Medix Abuja.

                                                                             

Positions & Memberships in Professional Bodies

  • Member of Nigerian Library Association
  • Life Member of Satija Research Foundation for Library and Information Science
  • Certified Member, Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria.

Academic links and research IDs