IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

RESEARCH JOURNAL OF MASS COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (RJMCIT )

E-ISSN 2545-529X
P-ISSN 2695-2475
VOL. 11 NO. 1 2025
DOI: 10.56201/rjmcit.vol.11.no1.2025.pg90.101

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The Roles of Public Libraries in Reading Culture and Sustaining National Development

Nnah, Flora Gordon CLN Ita, Lovina Ikang CLN

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Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the roles of public libraries in reading culture and sustaining national development. Qualitative methods was adopted in the study and information was gathered using textbooks, journals, published and unpublished journals, libraries and internet applications. Based on the theoretical review, the findings revealed that public libraries are social agencies charged with the responsibilities of identifying, acquiring, organizing, storing and disseminating information, recreational, cultural and other materials of the benefits of all and sundry in the community in which it is located in. Also, revealed that public libraries promotes reading culture among children and adolescents. Public libraries are fundamental to the development of literacy which is manifested in a viable reading habit and culture. The study recommended that there should be legislation on public library development in Nigeria. The existing public libraries should be renovated and stocked with adequate, current and relevant resources to enable them function effectively, efficiently and maximally. The staff should be sponsored for training to keep them abreast themselves with new development on their areas of specialization for maximum productivity.

keywords:

Reading Culture, Public Libraries, National Development.

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