A National Information Documentation Centre for Nigeria: some practical considerations

Abstract

The need for coordination of national information documentation in Nigeria has been recognized and extensively discussed among librarians and information professionals throughout the country for over two decades. However, there is a need to avoid duplication and wastage of essential resources by establishing a National Information Documentation Centre (NIDOC) that would complement the effort of the National Library by emphasizing areas of greater national need in its coverage. Relevant functions of the National Library are examined and weaknesses in achieving set objectives identified. It is recommended that the proposed NIDOC be initially located at the National Library to utilize its three decades of experience in national documentation.