THE CHALLENGE OF READERS SERVICES IN LIBRARIES: THE CASE OF PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE

Abstract

The concept of Reader Services is not new to librarians. Therefore, it is not the intention here to repeat the experience in Library Schools. It suffices to say that Reader Services are indeed the essence of any library. For the Public Library, popularly known as the ‘Peoples University’ the challenge of Readers’ Services is overwhelming. This feature article seeks to raise questions and not necessarily solutions but in the end stimulate concrete research by colleagues beyond keeping statistics to arrive at solutions. The challenges are to be viewed in perspectives in order to cope with constraints and the Anambra State Library Board is serving as the motivating environment.