Isaac E. Anyira

Isaac E. Anyira : Librarian

Isaac E. Anyira

Librarian

Mr. Isaac E Anyira was the Ag  Rector and CEO of the National Institute of Construction Technology and Management, Uromi. The position he assumed on the 26th of January, 2023 to April 2023. Before his appointment as the Ag. Rector, he was the Polytechnic Librarian since December 2021. He has previously served as a Lecturer in the Department of Library and Information Science, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku - 2018 -2021; Deputy University Librarian, Michael and Cecilia Ibru University Library, Agbarha Otor, Delta State in 2018 among other positions since 2005 when he started his professional practice. He is currently a PhD student in Unizik. He holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from same Unizik and a BSc. 2nd Class Hons. Upper Division from Delsu. He is a research specialist with over 18 years research experience. He is a Chartered Library and information Professional, renowned conference speaker, library management consultant, web content and accreditation consultant, mentor and a worker in God’s Vine Yard. He is a charismatic Leader and astute administrator and mentor. He is a member of the Editorial Board of University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA’s Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. He is a well cited author with over 200 Citations and over  64 publications published in high impact factor journals in America, Europe, Asia, Africa, among other publications. His research interest includes library administration, smart libraries/artificial intelligence, automation, quality assurance, open access, search engine optimization, web content development etc. He is a Scopus indexed author with Scopus Author ID: 36458099100 /https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6821-0608. He is married and blessed with children.

Qualifications (Degrees with Awarding institutions and year):
1. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (2019)- - PhD (in-view)
2. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (2012) - Masters in LIS
3. Delta State University, Abraka (2004) - B.Sc. LIS (2nd class Upper)
4. WASSCE (Private) (1999 & 2000) - Five Credit Passes
5. Ikeke Prim.Sch. Idumuje-Unor (1989) - 1st Sch. Leaving Certificate

Languages spoken:

English, Ibo, and Enuani Languages

 

Learning and Teaching Interests:

Research Methods, Management Information Systems, Lib 111: Use of Library

Research Outputs and Interests

Publications:

Selected Publications (Scopus ID: 36458099100. Or Visit: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6821-0608 )

Published Conference/Seminar Papers

  1. Anyira, I., Anyaobi, G. & Orji, S. (2021). A study of readiness of Nigeria's higher education for new normal service delivery. Merit Research Journal of Education and Review, 9(9), pp. 147-152. Retrieved from https://meritresearchjournals.org/er/content/2021/October/Anyira%20et%20al.pdf
  2. Orji, S. & Anyira, I. (2021). What is smart about smart libraries? International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 7(4), pp. 265-271. Retrieved from https://www.ijrls.in/journal_category/103-volume-7-issue-4/426-what-is-%E2%80%9Csmart%E2%80%9D-about-smart-libraries
  3. Anyira, I & Orji, S. (2021). Information, misinformation, disinformation in the social media age. The American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (THE AJHSSR) 4 (6), pp.15-19. Retrieved from http://www.theajhssr.com/V-4_6/THEAJHSSR_C04601501903110.pdf
  4. Isaac-Nnadimele, O., Benson, O., Nnadimele, I. & Anyira,I. (2021). Strategies for effective communication towards information services delivery for sustainable development in post Covid-19 pandemic era. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 6578. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/6578
  5. Anyira, I., Udem, O. & Njoeteni, L. (2020). Strategies for Integrating Open Access Resources (OAR) into Libraries Collections: A Study. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 6(5), 223-229. Retrieved from https://www.ijariit.com/manuscripts/v6i5/V6I5-1258.pdf
  6. Anyira, I. & Omodafe, U. (2020). Improving Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, (DSPG) Website for Effective Marketing cum Global Ranking. Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports, 14 (4), 74-84. Retrieved from https://www.journalajarr.com/index.php/AJARR/article/view/30344/56934
  7. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2020). Poor webometrics ranking of Nigerian higher institutions: Causes, implications and solutions. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4200. Available online at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4200
  8. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2020). Role of Education and Libraries in Developing Nigeria’s Knowledge Economy. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4201. Available online at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4201
  9. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2020). Open Access Resources: Option for Libraries in a Challenged Economy. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4202. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4202
  10. Anyira, I. & Njoeteni, L. (2020). Improving the Web Presence and Visibility of Delta State Polytechnics, Ogwashi-Uku, Ozoro, and Oghara. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4203. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4203

Journals

  1. Anyira, I. (2022). Movement From Temporary Site to Permanent Site: A Study of the National Institute of Construction Technology and Management (NICTM) Uromi, Nigeria. IOSR Journal of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, 19 (1), pp .30-36. Available online at https://www.iosrjournals.org/iosr-jmce/pages/19(1)Series-4.html
  2. Anyira, I. (2020). Need for Adoption of Koha Integrated Library Management Software in Nigerian Academic Libraries. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4140. Available online at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4140
  3. Anyira, I. & Udem, O. (2020). Effect of Social Media Addiction on Reading Culture: A Study of Nigerian Students" (2020). Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4170. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4170
  4. Anyira, I. (2020). Preservation of Medical information in Healthcare facilities in Delta State, Nigeria: a Survey. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 4252. Available online at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/4252
  5. Echedom, A. & Anyira, I. (2020). Challenges about Integration of Open Access to Libraries Collection Development Workflows in Nigeria. International Journal of Research in Library Science, 6(1). p. 190-199. DOI: 10.26761/IJRLS.6.1.2020.1311. Available online at http://www.ijrls.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Challenges-about-Integration-of-Open-Access-to-Libraries-Collection-Development-Workflows-in-Nigeria.pdf
  6. Anyira, I & Idubor, I. (2018). Open access resources: Panacea to improved library resources and services in Nigeria. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 4(4), 890-895p. Available online at  www.IJARIIT.com. and https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/1268/cc8411594c75f18254b0a4777cb1f5dca3db.pdf
  7. Anyira, I. (2013) “Impact of awareness on the utilization of databases by university sociology lecturers in South-South, Nigeria”. International Research Journal of Library and Information Science. Issue No. 2 Vol. 3. P. 377-387. Also available online at https://irjlis.com/impact-of-awareness-on-the-utilization-of-databases-by-university-sociology-lecturers-in-south-south-nigeria/
  8. Anyira, I. (2013) “Gender implication in awareness and use of search engines by private university lecturers in South-South, Nigeria” Library Philosophy and Practice e-journal . available online  at http://digitalcommons.unl.edu.libphilprac1039
  9. Anyira I. (2011) “Higher education, libraries and Nigerian Government’s vision 20-2020 Project” Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology, Vol. 1 no. 1 (Jan-Jun). Also available online at http://www.trp.org.in/issues/higher-education-libraries-and-nigeria-governments-vision-20-2020-project-2
  10. Nwosu, O. & Anyira, I. (2011). An inquiry into the use of Google and Yahoo search engine. Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services, Vol. 1 no. 2 (July-Dec). Also available online at http://www.trp.org.in/issues/inquiry-into-the-use-of-google-and-yahoo-search-engines-in-retrieving-web-resources-by-internet-users-in-nigeria
  11. Anyira, I. & Nwabueze, A. (2011). The grammar of e-learning: a conceptual analysis. African Interdisciplinary Journal of Education, vol.4 no. 1
  12. Nwabueze, A & Anyira, I. (2011) “towards the formalization and institutionalization of e-learning policy framework in Nigeria: challenges and the way forward”  Unizik Orient Journal of Education, vol 6 no. 1&2
  13. Anyira , I., Onoriode, O. & Nwabueze, A. (2010) "The Role of Libraries in the Preservation and Accessibility of Indigenous
    Knowledge in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria" Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. Available online at http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/387
  14. Anyira, I. (2011) "Internet Services in Nigerian Private Universities: A Case Study. Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. Available online at "http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/534
  15. Anyira, I. & Nwabueze, A. (2011) "Issues In Citing Internet Resources: What Nigerian Authors, Librarians, and Information Seekers Must Abide In Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. Available online at "http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/536
  16. Anyira Isaac (2011) "One among the twelve: How Library Professionals Constitute a Serious challenge to the Provision of Library Services in the 21st Century" Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. Available online at http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/537
  17. Anyira, I. (2011) “The Anatomy of Library Users in the 21st Century” Library Philosophy and Practice e-Journal. Available online at www.webpages.uidaho.edu/~mbolin/anyira-anatomy.htm
  18. Anyira , I., Ivwighreghweta, O. & Onoriode, O.  (2010). Effect of global economic recession on private university libraries in Delta and Edo States. Delta Library Journal, vol. 4 no. 1&2.
  19. Anyira, I., Ivwighreghweta, O. & Onoriode, O. (2009)"The Library and Research in a Nigerian Private University. Delta Library Journal, Vol. 3 no. 1&2.

 

Conference/Seminar/Workshop Papers

  1. Orji, S. & Anyira, I.E. (2021). What is smart about smart libraries? A paper presentation at the Nigerian Library Association, Rivers State Chapter Annual Conference, on November 2021 at the University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State.
  2. Anyira, I.E. & Orji, S. (2021). Information, misinformation, disinformation in the social media age: A paper presentation at the School of Applied Sciences in conjunction with the School of Information and Communication Technology National Conference 6th- 8th October 2021 at the Event Centre, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  3. Anyira, I.E. & Anyaobi, G. (2021). Covid-19 and Nigerian libraries: exploiting opportunities from the pandemic. A paper presentation at the Nigerian Library Association, Delta State Chapter Annual Conference, on 27th –29th October, 2021 at the Admiralty University of Nigeria, Ibusa - Ogwashi-uku Expressway, Ibusa Delta State.
  4. Anyira, I.E., Anyaobi, G. & Orji, S. (2021). A study of readiness of Nigeria’s higher education for new normal service delivery. A paper presentation at the School of Applied Sciences in conjunction with the School of Information and Communication Technology National Conference 6th- 8th October 2021 at the Event Centre, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  5. Isaac-Nnadimele, O., Anyira, I.E. & Benson, O.V. (2021). Challenges and Action Points for Effective Library Service Delivery in the New Normal Era. A paper presentation at the School of Applied Sciences in conjunction with the School of Information and Communication Technology National Conference 6th- 8th October 2021 at the Event Centre, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  6. Nnadimele, I.I., Isaac-Nnadimele, O., Benson, O.V. & Anyira, I.E. (2021). Strategies for effective communication in information services delivery for sustainable development in post Covid-19 pandemic era. A paper presentation at the School of Applied Sciences in conjunction with the School of Information and Communication Technology National Conference 6th- 8th October 2021 at the Event Centre, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  7. Anyira, I. & Orji, S. (2021). Knowledge economy: panacea to Nigeria’s economic depression in covid era. A paper presented at the School of General Studies 2nd Annual Conference, 3RD -6TH August 2021 at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  8. Anyira, I. & Echedom, A. (2020). Transitioning to Open Access Publishing for Sustainable Development in Covid Era and Beyond. A paper presented at the NLA IT Section 14th National Virtual Conference/Workshop 9th-11th November.
  9. Anyira, I., Udem, O. & Njoeteni, L. (2020). Strategies for Integrating Open Access Resources (OAR) into Libraries Collections: A Study. A paper Presented at the 3rd National Conference/Exhibition of ASUP-DSPG Chapter, September 8-9, at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku.
  10. Anyira, I. & Omodafe, P. (2020). Improving DSPG Website for Effective Marketing cum Global Ranking. A paper Presented at the 3rd National Conference/Exhibition of ASUP-DSPG Chapter, September 8-9, at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku.
  11. Anyira, I. & Njoeteni, L. (2019). Improving the web presence and visibility of Delta State Polytechnics, Ogwashi Uku, Ozoro, and Oghara. A paper presentation at the National Conference and Exhibition of the School of Engineering, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi Uku, from 3rd to 6th of December, 2019.
  12. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2019). Poor global ranking of Nigerian higher institutions: Causes, Implications and solutions. A paper presentation at the DELSU Faculty of Education 11 International Conference, themed “Restructuring education for sustainable growth, development and global relevance” on June 25-28, 2019.
  13. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2019). Role of Education and Libraries in Developing Nigeria’s Knowledge Economy. A paper presentation at the National Conference of the School of Business Studies, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi Uku, themed Nigerian Economy and Politics: the Concerns of Business, on 18th -21st June, 2019.
  14. Anyira, I. & Idubor, I. (2019). Open Access Resources: Option for Libraries in a Challenged Economy. A paper presentation at the National Conference of the School of Business Studies, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi Uku, themed Nigerian Economy and Politics: the Concerns of Business, on 18th -21st June, 2019.
  15. Anyira, I (2018). Webometrics Ranking: Causes, Implications And The Way Forward for MCIU. A Workshop Paper Presented at a One Day Training Workshop for MCIU Staff and Students on Monday December 3rd, 2018, at the Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Agbarha-Otor.

 

Textbooks

  1. Anyira, I. (2021). Library Cataloguing: Theory and Practice. Revised Edition. Asaba: Jukachi Press.
  2. Anyira, I. (2021). Modern Approach to Document Reproduction: a Textbook of Reprography. Asaba: Jukachi Press.
  3. Anyira, I. (2020). Library Classification: Theory and Practice. Agbor: Royal Pace Publishers.
  4. Anyira, I. (2020). Cataloguing and Classification Laboratory Manual. Agbor: Royal Pace Publishers.
  5. Anyira, I. & Anyaobi, G. (2020). A Complete Guide to Research Methods. Agbor: Royal Pace Publishers.
  6. Anyira, I. (2020). Principles and Practice of Reprography: A Manual for Libraries, Information and Business Centres. Agbor: Royal Pace Publishers.
  7. Anyira, I. (2019). Library Cataloguing: Principles and Practice. Agbor: Royal Pace Publishers.
  8. Anyira, I. (2014). Awareness and Utilization of Search Engines in Nigeria Universities. Saarbrucken: Germany: Lap Lambert Academic Publishing.

 

Chapters in a Book

  1. Anyira I. (2018)”Use of ICTs in Libraries” In Aniogbolu C. A. et al (Eds.) Understanding the library and its resources: a textbook for beginners, 134-144p.
  2. Anyira I. (2018)”Search Engines” In Aniogbolu C. A. et al (Eds.) Understanding the library and its resources: a textbook for beginners, 145-148p.
  3. Anyira I (2015) “Understanding the use of library catalogues, classification, library software and electronic databases” in Ogbe, F.M. et al. eds. Samuel Adegboyega University General Studies Compendium, vol 1, 110-123p.

 

Additional Papers

  1. Anyira, I. (2021). Database records and indexing in A.U. Echedom (Ed.) Electronic Database Management Systems.  Awka: Unizik. (in Press)
  2. Anyira, I. (2021). Database Searching Procedure in A.U. Echedom (Ed.) Electronic Database Management Systems.  Awka: Unizik (in Press)
  3. Anyira, I. (2021). Implementation of library and information policies in libraries in Delta State, Nigeria. World Wide Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development.

Unpublished Research Projects

  1. Analysis of TETFUND interventions in improving service delivery in Federal Polytechnic Libraries in South-South, Nigeria. Ongoing PhD research Thesis, UNIZIK, Awka.
  2. Awareness and utilization of search engines in information retrieval by sociology lecturers in universities in South-South, Nigeria. Unpublished Master’s Thesis, 2012.
  3. Usefulness of the internet as a tool for information retrieval by students. Unpublished BSc. Project, 2004.

Research interests:

Information Retrieval, Knowledge management, embedded systems, webometrics, open access, information systems.

Project supervisions:

Selected Projects Supervised to Completion

  1. Okonji, A. et al. (2021). Effect of covid-19 on learning mode among student in Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi- Uku. Department of Library and Information Science, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  2. Okoh, F. et al. (2020). Preservation of printed resources in selected polytechnic libraries in Delta State. Department of Library and Information Science, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  3. Alayeh, F. O. (2019) Preservation and accessibility of medical records in selected health facilities in Asaba, Delta State. Department of Library and Information Science, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.
  4. Osu, V. E. (2019) Utilization of open access resources by Lecturers in the School of Applied Sciences, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku. Department of Library and Information Science, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria.