Nigerian scientific journals: Present problems and future solutions

Nigerian scientific journals are irregular and unreliable. Identifies lack of patronage, publicity and information about these journals as contributing factors. A subscription service was packaged and operated between 1987 and 1990 to investigate the full ramifications of the problems of Nigerian jo...

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Published in:New library world 1993-01, Vol.94 (1)
Main Authors: Petunola Abifarin, Fasola, Ogunbekun, Tayo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Journal publishing
Nigeria
Scientists
Subscriptions
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Summary:Nigerian scientific journals are irregular and unreliable. Identifies lack of patronage, publicity and information about these journals as contributing factors. A subscription service was packaged and operated between 1987 and 1990 to investigate the full ramifications of the problems of Nigerian journals. Discusses experiences while operating the subscription service and suggests the way forward.
ISSN:0307-4803
1758-6909
DOI:10.1108/EUM0000000002434