Awareness and Availability of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (Ml) in Academic Libraries in Northern, Nigeria

In this research, artificial intelligence and machine learning in academic libraries in Northern Nigeria were examined for availability and knowledge. The study used a descriptive survey methodology. The study's objectives were to determine academic librarians' level of knowledge about AI/ML, what kinds of AI/ML tools are available and used in these libraries, how academic librarians use them to provide library services, and what obstacles stand in the way of their use and adoption by academic libraries. 230 academic librarians who attended the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) conference in Akure, Ondo State in 2023 make up the study's population. The study recommended, among other things, that tertiary institution heads and library heads should make sure their libraries are adequately furnished with modern ICT resources in order to promote the use of AI/ML systems, and that AI/ML experts in the Departments of Computer Science should work with librarians and information specialists in the library in the areas of staff training and retraining in order to improve staff members' skills in the use of AI/ML systems. Key Words: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Academic libraries, Northern, Information and communication technology, Robots, Nigeria.