EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES’ FACILITIES IN NORTH-EAST, NIGERIA.

Abstract

This research determined effective management strategies for State University Libraries’ facilities in in North East Nigeria in a way of providing better services to their users. The study was guided by two (2) objectives, two (2) research questions and tested one (1) Research Hypothesis that was in line with the research objectives. Null hypothesis was tested on the relationships between management of facilities, at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a mixed-method research design, where both quantitative and qualitative research designs were used. The entire population comprised of 246 academic library personnel of the five libraries was used as sample. The study adopted stratified sampling techniques. The study used a structured questionnaire, interview, Observation and documentary analysis as data collection instruments. The findings of the study revealed that: - There was significant positive relationship between the management of facilities available in State University Libraries in North East and management strategies of libraries. Based on these findings, it was recommended there should be availability of equipment and facilities which bring about desirable change in the management should be optimized and considered necessary among other, management of university should establish clear roles and responsibilities, ensuring accountability, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement