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This study explores the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing knowledge organization within Nigerian libraries. The purpose of this study is to assess the challenges faced by these libraries, propose strategic approaches for successful AI integration and highlight the potential benefits and future directions of this transformative journey.

This study uses a comprehensive review of existing literature, case studies and a qualitative analysis of challenges faced by Nigerian libraries. Strategies for AI integration are proposed based on targeted capacity building, collaborative partnerships and phased implementation approaches. The methodology also involves assessing the current landscape of AI in Nigerian academic libraries, examining applications and exploring the perceived impacts of AI on library services.

Nigerian libraries face challenges such as limited resources, outdated systems and diverse information that hinder traditional knowledge organization methods. The integration of AI offers dynamic solutions, streamlining administrative tasks, optimizing search algorithms and enhancing user engagement. The findings of this study emphasize the potential benefits of AI, including improved accessibility, searchability and long-term efficiency gains in library collections.

This research contributes to the existing literature by providing insights into the specific challenges faced by Nigerian libraries and proposing practical strategies for AI integration. This study emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in addressing immediate challenges and unlocking enduring benefits. The originality lies in the context-specific exploration of AI in Nigerian libraries, offering a roadmap for stakeholders to embrace technological advancements and position libraries as leaders in providing innovative knowledge services.

Polytechnics in Nigeria are conventional institutions where academic board records are being managed in paper form. It has been observed that accessing these academic board records is difficult due to factors associated with the absence of preservation techniques and lack of clear-cut conservation practices. This study, therefore, aims to examine the preservation techniques and conservation practices adopted for the management of academic board records in polytechnics in South-West Nigeria.

This study adopted a qualitative method with the population comprising 54 records management personnel enumerated in the four selected polytechnics in South-West Nigeria. Triangulation method (questionnaire, interview and observation checklist) was used for data collection. The responses were analysed with descriptive statistics and thematic analysis.

Findings revealed that photocopying, binding and use of insecticides were the most rated preservation techniques adopted. The security and shelving of academic board records to allow for free flow of air were the most available conservation practices, whereas staff training was not adequately available. The topmost rated constraints were non-challant attitude of personnel in-charge, insufficient funds and inadequate infrastructure.

This study concluded that preservation and conservation practices are vital in the management of academic board records in polytechnics in South-West Nigeria. For efficient and effective management of academic board records, modern-day preservation and conservation practices need to be adopted.

This paper fulfils an identified need to study how preservation and conservation practices adopted for the management of academic board records in Nigerian polytechnics.