Revitalizing the Public Library System for National Development

Abstract

The paper focuses on revitalizing the public library system for national development. The society or nation becomes developed continuously as a result of the information acquired. Libraries emerged as a result of the need to preserve and utilize records of civilization. This preservation is being documented. The revival of library is pertinent to National development as modern discoveries and innovations particularly those showing the advancement of science and technology depends on the rational use of recorded information. The reviewed literature established the existence of a direct relationship between utilization of library systems and national development which directly influence individual, agencies, government, international bodies etc. to ensure that public library is sustained to meet its overall objectives which will enhance the national development of the country.