Fajonyomi, A. A.Ebireri, O. R.Ambali, T. T.2021-05-272021-05-272007-02-10NilNilhttps://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/20.500.12484/5553Sahel Analyst. 9ABSTRACT Records connote a catalogue of activities, events or information on literacy programmes. The information contained therein are usually organized and should be properly maintained to facilitate smooth flow of information when required. This paper is therefore an attempt to discuss the nature of records and importance of records in literacy programmes; records typology and procedure for record production and storage. The paper concluded that production of records which are readily accessible is very important for effective and efficient literacy education, particularly in decision making. The author suggested the involvement of all in literacy data collection and processing. Also suggested was that part of the capacity building project(s) embarking upon by Agencies for Mass Education and other institutions should have data management included as an important area to which every participant should be exposed. Key words: Records, Keeping, Literacy and ProgrammeenRecordsKeepingLitearcyProgrammeArticle