PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF APPLICATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN NIGERIAN LIBRARIES

Abstract

This paper focuses on the problems and prospects of the application of Information Technology in Nigerian Libraries. It shows how computer, a component of information technology is used to carry out some transitional role of library in order to enhance their productivity in rendering more effective services to the nation. Some basic procedures on the computerization of library resources, the prospects of information technology as well as the problems of information technology application in Nigerian libraries are discussed in the study. In conclusion, the paper gives some recommendations on the computerization of libraries in the country.