INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE UBE PROGRAMME

Abstract

The paper reviews the development of school libraries world-wide and its development in Nigeria. Previous national initiatives aimed at universalizing access to education as well as the launching of the UBE are mentioned. Federal Government's efforts to sustain UBE are articulated. Strategies that can be employed to keep secondary school libraries vibrant for the UBE programme are delineated. There is a conclusion. Recommendations are made.