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Use of statistical records for library management at University of Ilorin
(Information Technology Application Group International, Nigeria, 2016) Eiriemiokhale, K. A.; Isiwele-Ishola, R. O.; Ishola, M. T.
Purpose: The study examined the use of statistical records for library management at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State. Design/Methodology/Approach: The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Questionnaire was used to collect data from 40 library staff (professionals & paraprofessionals). Data obtained were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages. Findings: The results revealed that library statistics are used for reference analysis, selection and acquisition ofinformation resources, planning and decision making, preparation of library budget and determining the extent of library use Implication: The study admonished that statistics should be collected appropriately in order to enhance the growth and management of the library.Experts should be in charge of ZCX interpretation, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistical data. Originality/Value: The study will be off help to librarians because statistics will help them to plan library operations.