PROVISION AND USE OF LIBRARY SERVICES BY SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ILORIN SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

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dc.contributor.authorAjiboye, Olubukola Oluyemisi
dc.date.accessioned2026-05-07T13:52:11Z
dc.date.available2026-05-07T13:52:11Z
dc.date.issued2026-03
dc.description.abstractThis study investigated the provision and use of library services for secondary school students in Ilorin South Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria. Using a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 274 respondents through a structured questionnaire. The study examined the types of library services available, the frequency of use, students’ perceptions of usefulness, and challenges hindering optimal use. Findings revealed that traditional services such as lending, reading spaces, and reference assistance were available in most schools. However, the overall frequency of library use was low. In terms of perception, students rated the usefulness of the library services moderately, but challenges severely hindered access and engagement. Key obstacles identified included lack of current books, limited access time, lack of interest in visiting the library, and the absence of helpful librarians. The study concluded that although libraries remain a vital academic support system, their impact is undermined by inadequate infrastructure, limited engagement strategies, and student disinterest. It recommended regular library orientation, resource upgrades, the inclusion of library periods in school timetables, and capacity-building for library staff.
dc.identifier.citationAjiboye, O. O. & Sanni, F. O. (2026). Provision and use of library services by secondary school students in Ilorin South Local Government, Kwara State, Nigeri. Nigerian School Library Journal ,25(1), 351-375
dc.identifier.issn0331-8214
dc.identifier.urihttps://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/123456789/18200
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherDepartment of School Library and Media Technology, University of Ibadan. Nigeria
dc.subjectLibrary Services
dc.subjectSecondary School Students
dc.subjectUtilisation
dc.subjectPerception
dc.subjectProvision
dc.titlePROVISION AND USE OF LIBRARY SERVICES BY SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ILORIN SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
dc.typeArticle

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