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Our presence is in 32 States and FCT Abuja

We have built a conduisive environment for your research and reading pleasure see our State Branches. Also we have build a virtual library service for your comfort. Visit our virtual library services

Our Services

Virtual Library Services

A gateway to available learning and information resources through a single platform.

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ISBN/ISSN

The International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is a 13-digit number. It is a unique identifier for books and book-like products published internationally. You can apply here.

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ISBN Verification

ISBN issued in Nigeria can be verified here.

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Index to Nigeria Newspapers

Indexing and Abstrating Services to Nigeria newspapers ...

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OPAC

Our Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) is a tools for public especially the Librarian for the use of copy catalog. Access Our OPAC

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National Repository of Nigeria (NRN)

The Apex Repository of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with objectives to preserve in electronic format the intellectual and cultural resources of Nigeria for posterity.

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From The National Librarian's Desk

As Nigeria's National Library, we are committed to the collection of all published materials in Nigeria as well as materials published by Nigerians anywhere in the world and about Nigeria, making same available to readers both in physical/hard copies in our branches and in digital formats through the national virtual library.

Latest News

Sunday, March 16, 2025 / 05:01 AM

National Library, UNESCO Call on Stakeholders to Strengthen Efforts to Save Endangered Local Languages

Recently, the National Librarian led delegation, accompanied by a UNESCO representative, to pay a courtesy call on the Honorable Commissioner of Basic and Secondary Education in Taraba State, as we...

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Wednesday, March 12, 2025 / 02:46 PM

NBTE Commends CALIM on Quality Education

The National Board for Technical Education - NBTE has commended the Centre for Advanced Library and Information Management CALIM for quality education being administered at the college.      Â...

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024 / 12:38 PM

Library and Information Professionals Tasked to Embrace New Trends in Library Operations and Services

 Professionals in the Library and Information Sector have been charged to embrace contemporary global trends in library operations and services delivery in order to optimally serve their patrons.Â...

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MDAs

Quick link to Ministries, Parastatals and Agencies (MDAs)