About the Journal
FUDMA International Journal of Library Science and Information Management (FUDIJLSIM) is a peer-reviewed open access international journal published by the University Library, Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State, Nigeria. The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and case studies in the fields of library science, information science, information management, archival studies, and knowledge management from around the world.
About the Journal
FUDMA International Journal of Library Science and Information Management (FUDIJLSIM) is a premier peer-reviewed open access international journal dedicated to advancing research and practice in library science, information science, and information management. Published by the University Library, Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State, Nigeria, the journal serves as a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to share their findings and insights.
Journal Mission
To promote excellence in library and information science research by publishing high-quality, innovative, and impactful studies that address contemporary challenges and opportunities in the field globally.
Vision
To become a leading international journal that shapes the future of library and information science through rigorous research, scholarly discourse, and knowledge dissemination.
Aims and Scope
The journal aims to:
- Publish cutting-edge research from international scholars in library and information science
- Provide a platform for cross-cultural and comparative studies in information management
- Promote innovative approaches to digital libraries, knowledge management, and information systems
- Address global challenges in information access, preservation, and dissemination
- Foster international collaboration among researchers and practitioners
Subject Areas (International Scope)
The journal welcomes submissions from around the world on topics including but not limited to:
- Academic and Research Libraries
- Digital Libraries and Information Systems
- Knowledge Management and Organization
- Information Literacy and User Education
- Archival Studies and Digital Preservation
- Research Data Management
- Scholarly Communication and Open Access
- Information Policy and Ethics
- Library Marketing and User Engagement
- Emerging Technologies in Libraries
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Information Behavior and User Studies
Publication Ethics
The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All parties involved in the publication process - authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers - are expected to uphold these ethical standards.
📝 For Authors
- Submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere
- All sources must be properly cited and acknowledged
- Authorship should be based on significant contributions
- Any conflicts of interest must be disclosed
👁️ For Reviewers
- Reviews must be objective and constructive
- Confidentiality must be maintained
- Reviewers should disclose any conflicts of interest
- Timely review is expected
📚 For Editors
- Decisions should be based on academic merit
- Confidentiality must be maintained
- Editorial decisions should be free from bias
- Processes should be transparent and fair
Open Access Policy
The FUDMA International Journal of Library Science and Information Management is a fully open access journal. All articles are freely available to read, download, and share immediately upon publication. This policy ensures that research reaches the widest possible audience and maximizes the impact of published work.
Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which allows users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.
Read Our Open Access StatementIndexing and Abstracting
The journal is indexed and abstracted in major databases to increase visibility and accessibility of published content:
Submission Guidelines
Authors are invited to submit original manuscripts that have not been published previously and are not under consideration elsewhere. All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process.
Manuscript Format
- Word format (.doc or .docx)
- Times New Roman, 12-point font
- Double-spaced lines
- Include title, abstract (250 words max), and keywords
- Follow APA 7th edition citation style
- Length: 5,000-8,000 words
Review Process
- Initial screening by editorial team (3-5 days)
- Double-blind peer review by 2-3 experts (4-6 weeks)
- Editorial decision (accept, minor revision, major revision, reject)
- Author revision and resubmission
- Final editorial review
- Publication
Editorial Team
Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Ukashatu Hamza Musa
University Library, Federal University Dutsinma, Nigeria
Email: fudijlsim@gmail.com
Managing Editor
Ismaila Sani, CLN
University Library, Federal University Dutsinma, Nigeria
Email: ssamaila@fudutsinma.edu.ng
Editorial Board
- Prof. Abdulmumin Isah - University of Ilorin, Nigeria
- Prof. C. N. Okoli - University of Nigeria, Nsukka
- Dr. Muhammad Awwal - Bayero University, Kano
- Dr. Grace A. Akinola - University of Ibadan
- Prof. Michael O. Fagbohun - Lagos State University
- Dr. Hassan Ibrahim - Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria