ABSTRACT
This study explores inforpreneurship in library and information science among undergraduate students at the University of Benin, encompassing both computer science and library and information science disciplines. Using a survey research design, 200 randomly selected students constituted the sample population, reflecting the broader undergraduate student body in these fields. Data collection employed a questionnaire validated by the researcher's supervisor, with a retrieval of 180 responses for analysis. The findings reveal that computer science and library and information science students are engaged in various infopreneurial services and skills, including writing or filming educational content, web design and maintenance, creating marketing content, producing learning resources, conducting one-on-one calls with customers, and managing online administrative duties. The awareness of inforpreneurial services is reported to be very high among the student population.Motivations for venturing into inforpreneurship include a desire for independence, passion for specific niches, potential for higher income, and a perceived lack of traditional job opportunities. Challenges faced by students in this endeavor include a lack of initial funding, marketing and visibility issues, and difficulties balancing academic workloads with entrepreneurial activities.Recommendations based on the findings include encouraging students to capitalize on available infopreneurial services, converting awareness into actionable knowledge, leveraging motivational factors for entrepreneurship, and implementing measures to address challenges. The study suggests university authorities and lecturers play a role in eradicating obstacles by offering training on infopreneurial services, raising awareness of their importance, and providing mentorship for effective utilization.
