author's guide
1. preparing your paper
Potential authors should download our paper template and copyright form by clicking on the download links below.
They help outline instructions for preparing an article, including:
The length of the submission is 15 pages maximum, which is an average length of 3,500-8,000, including words, figures, tables, and references.
- Format and structure
- Abstract highlights and keywords
- Acceptable formats for tables, figures, and data sources
- Reference style
The length of the submission is 15 pages maximum, which is an average length of 3,500-8,000, including words, figures, tables, and references.
Key Information for preparing papers
- Manuscript submitted must be original(Not published before/elsewhere)
- Between 3500 and 8000 words (15 pages maximum), extra page attracts N1000 each.
- Font size: 12, Font type: Times New Romans, Single line spacing, single column
- Thoroughly researched, and written in good English
- In the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Editorial Manual Style of documentation for Information Communication Technology papers
- In the APA 6.0 (American Psychological Association) format for Information Science papers
- Abstract of not more than 250 words, and a list of not more than 5 keywords.
- Submission in Microsoft® Word as email attachment to: ictresearch.cpgs@babcock.edu.ng or uploaded via our website after Author’s registration.
- Plagiarism percentage for each manuscript must NOT be more than 20%
2. Submitting Your Paper
You can submit to CTICTR using our online submission system. You can access the submission system via the
"submit your manuscript" link on the navigation bar.
Once submitted, your paper will be considered by the editor and if it passes initial screening, it will be sent for peer review by experts in your field. If deemed unsuitable for publication in your chosen journal, the editor may suggest you transfer your submission to a more suitable journal, via an article transfer service.
Once submitted, your paper will be considered by the editor and if it passes initial screening, it will be sent for peer review by experts in your field. If deemed unsuitable for publication in your chosen journal, the editor may suggest you transfer your submission to a more suitable journal, via an article transfer service.
3. Tracking Your Paper
You can track the status of your submitted paper online. The system you use to track your
submission will be the same system to which you submitted. Use the reference number you
received after submission to track your submission.
4. Sharing And Promoting
Now that your article is published, you can promote it to achieve a bigger impact for your research.
Sharing research, accomplishments and ambitions with a wider audience makes you more visible in your
field. This helps you get cited more, enabling you to cultivate a stronger reputation, promote your
research and move forward in your career.