ALTERNATIVE FUNDING OF PUBLIC LIBRARY (A CASE STUDY OF GUSAU PUBLIC LIBRARY)
Abstract
ABSTRACT
The public library is a vital and sensitive unit in the state and so demands proper planning and organization, if it is to achieve its desire goal. Thus public library affairs are not a one man's show. It involves the local government, individuals and the community where the library is located. In the first instance, there is increased need for much more than the small allocation recommended. The standard should be adjusted to something much higher a billion naira every year to the state library for efficient and effective operation of public libraries. And the imprest account of divisional libraries should be increased due to large allocation of state libraries. The survey established that library users in Gusau State favour the idea of partial / subsidized funding of library services.
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