How to Navigate the FUOYE Digital Library

The FUOYE Digital Library is a modern online library and research gateway for Federal University Oye-Ekiti. It brings together the University’s learning resources, research publications, open educational materials, repository records, academic staff outputs, subscribed databases and global open-access resources in one platform.

The platform is built to support:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate learning.
• Academic staff research visibility.
• Institutional repository management.
• Access to open educational resources.
• Access to subscribed and open databases.
• Digital scholarship and research intelligence.
• Library help, user support and e-librarian services.
• Global library and open repository discovery.

The platform supports different categories of users.

Public Visitors

Public visitors can access public repository records, open educational resources, selected library information, global open repository links, public announcements and help articles.

Students

Students can use the platform to search learning resources, access OER materials, use the OPAC, explore course resources, search repository records, access help guides and contact library support.

Academic Staff

Academic staff can upload research publication records, submit abstracts, add keywords, provide citation details, link to publisher pages, add Google Scholar or Scopus links, and track publication review status.

Librarians and E-Librarians

Librarians manage repository submissions, OER resources, user support, metadata review, global gateway records, help articles and digital library services.

Admin Users

Admin users manage the CMS, homepage content, branding, users, roles, permissions, gateway records, analytics, security settings, email templates and system configuration.

The homepage is the main starting point of the FUOYE Digital Library. It is designed to provide quick access to all major digital library services.

The homepage contains:

• Top institutional header.
• FUOYE Digital Library logo and title.
• Main navigation menu.
• Professional homepage banner.
• Statistics boxes.
• FUOYE Library Featuring section.
• Repository section.
• Academic staff publication upload section.
• Faculty-based OER hub.
• Global Library and Open Repository Gateway.
• Digital Scholarship and Research Intelligence section.
• Cybersecurity and compliance section.
• Help and Knowledge Base link.
• Library Staff Directory.
• Credits and acknowledgement section.
• Footer.

The navigation menu helps users move quickly to key sections of the platform.

Typical navigation links may include:

• Home
• Features
• Repository
• Workflow
• Staff Upload
• OER
• Global Gateway
• Digital Scholarship
• Help
• Library Staff Directory

When you click a menu item, the page will take you directly to the relevant section.

The homepage banner introduces the FUOYE Digital Library.

The banner normally displays:

FUOYE Digital Library One intelligent gateway for FUOYE learning, research and global scholarship.

The banner may also contain a video or image uploaded by the administrator. The video area is used to showcase the purpose, services and digital transformation vision of the FUOYE Library.

The statistics section gives a quick summary of the platform’s strategic vision.

The standard statistics include:

• 500+ — Target global repository/library links.
• 80k — Regular and part-time learner access vision.
• 24/7 — Mobile-first remote digital access.
• 1 — Unified FUOYE research gateway.

These statistics help visitors understand the scope and ambition of the FUOYE Digital Library.

The “FUOYE Library Featuring” section presents the major services available on the platform.

This may include:

• OPAC / Library Catalogue
• Institutional Repository
• Open Educational Resources
• Subscribed Databases
• Global Library Gateway
• Academic Staff Research Publication Upload
• Digital Scholarship Centre
• Research Data Repository
• E-Librarian Service
• Help and Knowledge Base

Clicking any feature card should take the user to the appropriate section or service page.

The OPAC gives access to the University’s library catalogue.

Users can use the OPAC to search for:

• Books
• Journals
• Serials
• Library holdings
• Available learning materials
• Catalogue records

To use the OPAC:

1. Go to the homepage.
2. Click OPAC or Library Catalogue.
3. Enter your search term, title, author or subject.
4. Review the search results.
5. Check availability or catalogue details.

The Institutional Repository stores and displays FUOYE research outputs and scholarly records.

Repository materials may include:

• Journal articles
• Conference papers
• Books
• Book chapters
• Undergraduate projects
• Master theses
• PhD theses
• Inaugural lectures
• Technical reports
• Datasets
• OER materials
• Heritage and institutional archive records

To use the repository:

1. Click Repository from the navigation menu.
2. Browse by community, faculty, department or collection.
3. Use the search box to find a title, author, keyword or subject.
4. Open a repository item page.
5. Review the abstract, keywords, citation, URI, collection and available links.
6. Click the external full-paper link where available.

A repository item page provides detailed information about a research output.

A standard item page may include:

• Title
• Author or authors
• Faculty
• Department
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Citation
• DOI
• Repository URI
• External full-paper URL
• Publisher URL
• Google Scholar or Scopus link
• Collection membership
• Access status
• File or download link where legally permitted

Some records may provide metadata only and link to the full paper on the publisher’s website or another authorised platform.

Academic staff can submit their research publication records through the Academic Staff Research Publication Upload section.

This section allows staff to submit:

• Publication title
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Citation
• DOI
• Publisher URL
• Google Scholar link
• Scopus link
• ORCID
• Faculty
• Department
• Publication type
• Optional full-text file where legally allowed

After submission, the record goes through librarian or admin review before approval and publication.

After an academic staff member uploads a publication, the submission may pass through different review stages.

Common statuses include:

• Draft
• Submitted
• Metadata Review
• Copyright Review
• Returned for Correction
• Approved
• Published
• Rejected
• Withdrawn

Staff should check their dashboard regularly for review comments or correction requests.

The Faculty-Based OER Hub provides open educational resources arranged by faculty and department.

OER materials may include:

• Open course packs
• Lecture notes
• Laboratory manuals
• Studio manuals
• Research skills resources
• Course guides
• Reading materials
• Learning support resources

To use the OER Hub:

1. Click OER from the navigation menu.
2. Select your faculty.
3. Select your department.
4. Browse available course packs or learning resources.
5. Open the relevant resource.
6. Download or access the material where available.

The Global Library and Open Repository Gateway connects FUOYE users to reputable libraries, repositories, databases and open-access platforms around the world.

The Gateway may include:

• Nigerian university repositories
• African university repositories
• Global open-access repositories
• Open journal directories
• Open book platforms
• Research data repositories
• Subject repositories
• World-standard university libraries
• Subscribed database platforms

To use the Gateway:

1. Click Global Gateway from the navigation menu.
2. Search for a resource by name, country, discipline or type.
3. Filter by access type, region or group.
4. Review the resource details.
5. Click the link to visit the external platform.

Users should note that external resources may have different access rules. Some are open-access, while others may require subscription, institutional login or campus network access.

Subscribed databases provide access to scholarly resources licensed by the University or available through approved access arrangements.

These may include platforms for:

• Journal articles
• E-books
• Conference papers
• Legal databases
• Medical and health sciences resources
• Engineering resources
• Business and management resources
• Science databases
• Citation indexes

To access subscribed databases:

1. Click Subscribed Databases or Database Gateway.
2. Select a database by subject or name.
3. Read the access note.
4. Follow the provided access link.
5. Contact the library if access fails.

Some databases may require login credentials, campus network access or library-managed remote access.

The Digital Scholarship and Research Intelligence Centre provides insights into FUOYE’s research activities and repository growth.

It may show:

• Publications by faculty
• Publications by department
• Publications by year
• Publication types
• Open-access status
• Top downloaded records
• Top authors
• Metadata quality indicators
• Research visibility indicators
• Repository growth

This section is useful for university management, librarians, researchers, departments and faculties.

The E-Librarian Service allows users to request online library support.

Users may contact the E-Librarian for help with:

• Searching the digital library
• Finding academic resources
• Using the repository
• Accessing OER materials
• Using subscribed databases
• Citation and referencing
• Research support
• Publication upload guidance
• Digital library navigation

To contact an E-Librarian:

1. Click Ask an E-Librarian or Library Support.
2. Select the support category.
3. Enter your message.
4. Provide your contact details where required.
5. Submit the request.
6. Wait for a response from the library support team.

The Help and Knowledge Base provides user manuals, FAQs and step-by-step guides.

Users can find help on:

• Getting started
• Navigating the homepage
• Searching the repository
• Uploading academic staff publications
• Using OER resources
• Using the Global Gateway
• Accessing subscribed databases
• Contacting an E-Librarian
• Managing account and password issues
• Accessibility support
• Citation and referencing

To use the Help section:

1. Click Help or Knowledge Base.
2. Search for your question.
3. Browse help categories.
4. Open the relevant article.
5. Follow the step-by-step instructions.
6. Contact the E-Librarian if more assistance is needed.

The Library Staff Directory provides information about library staff and support contacts.

Users may use this section to find:

• Library management contacts
• Faculty librarians
• Subject librarians
• E-librarians
• Repository support officers
• OER support officers
• Digital scholarship support contacts

To access the directory:

1. Click Library Staff Directory.
2. Search or browse staff records.
3. Select the appropriate unit or service area.
4. Contact the relevant library staff member where contact details are provided.

The FUOYE Digital Library is designed to support desktop, tablet and mobile access.

For best use:

• Use a modern browser.
• Use the search function where available.
• Use filters to narrow results.
• Ensure internet connection is stable when accessing videos or large files.
• Use mobile-friendly menus on small screens.
• Contact the library if accessibility support is required.

The system should support readable text, responsive layout, keyboard navigation, alternative text for images and low-bandwidth-friendly access where possible.

Tip 1: Start from the Homepage

The homepage provides the fastest access to all major services.

Tip 2: Use the Search Box

Search by title, author, keyword, department, faculty or subject.

Tip 3: Use Filters

Filters help narrow results by type, year, faculty, department, access type or resource group.

Tip 4: Check Access Notes

Some resources are open-access, while others may require subscription or institutional access.

Tip 5: Contact the Library for Help

Use the E-Librarian or Help section when you cannot find what you need.

What can I find on the FUOYE Digital Library?

You can find library catalogue links, repository records, open educational resources, subscribed databases, global repository links, staff research outputs, help articles and digital scholarship resources.

Can I access all materials for free?

Not all materials are free. Some resources are open-access, while others may require FUOYE institutional access or subscription.

Can academic staff upload publications?

Yes. Academic staff can upload publication metadata, abstracts, keywords, citation details and external full-paper links. Submissions are reviewed before publication.

Can students upload theses or projects?

This depends on the University’s approved workflow. Where enabled, students may submit undergraduate projects, Master theses or PhD theses through the ETD submission process.

Who approves uploaded research publications?

Repository reviewers, librarians, metadata reviewers, copyright reviewers or authorised administrators review submissions before approval.

What should I do if a link is not working?

Use the report issue option where available or contact the E-Librarian/library support team.

How do I get help?

Click Help, Knowledge Base, Ask an E-Librarian or Library Support from the platform navigation.

Users may also read:

• How to Search the FUOYE Repository
• How to Upload Academic Staff Research Publication
• How to Use the Global Library and Open Repository Gateway
• How to Access Faculty OER Resources
• How to Contact an E-Librarian
• How to Access Subscribed Databases
• How to Submit a Thesis or Dissertation
• How to Use Citation and Referencing Tools
• How to Manage Account and Password Issues

For assistance, users should contact the FUOYE University Library through the official support channels provided on the Digital Library platform.

Recommended support options:

• Ask an E-Librarian
• Library Helpdesk
• Faculty Librarian
• Repository Support
• OER Support
• Database Access Support
• Technical Support

Article Title: How to Navigate the FUOYE Digital Library Category: Getting Started Audience: Public Visitors, Students, Academic Staff, Librarians, Administrators Status: Published Tags: getting started, navigation, homepage, repository, OER, OPAC, global gateway, e-librarian Display Order: 1 Featured: Yes Last Reviewed: 2026 Visibility: Public