Digitizing projects in developing countries: the case of the University of Nigeria

Purpose – In 2008 the University of Nigeria, Nsukka embarked on the process of digitizing all its legacy and scholarly works such as theses, projects, and publications of scholars in journals, books, and inaugural lectures. The aim was to protect the original documents and improving remote access and visibility for scholars. The project has not been without problems. The purpose of this paper is therefore to elucidate some of these problems and offer solutions for the continued success of the project.Design/methodology/approach – This paper provides an examination of the digitization initiative of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.Findings – Challenges included legal aspects, training, infrastructure, and stakeholders.Originality/value – The paper describes the process of a digitizing project in a developing country.