Revitalizing katsina state public library sources of income generation activities through offering special services

Abstract

In response to paucity of funds in Katsina state public libraries, library managers have been compelled to introduce new idea of sourcing for funds in order to generate income to carter for the day to day smooth running of the library and sustain quality library services delivery to users. The objective of this study were to; evaluate the strength or state of available sources, examine the challenges facing offering special services and identify the actual measures to tackle the challenges facing offering special services for income generation activities. Qualitative research methodology was adopted and unstructured interview guide was used for data collection from 4 respondents out of 37 using purposive sampling and thematic analysis was used to systematically code and categorizes the data. The study revealed that sources of income for the library are not enough and they do not offer any special services; the study inadequate funding from state government to support the wider picture and opportunity for public libraries to seek for other sources of fund; also the study revealed adequate funding from the government for public library to perform special services functions. When done properly, it helps the library meet its financial goals to eradicate the scarcity of funds. The study recommends that government should allocate adequate funds to library as much as it’s needed to fulfil their special services functions, the library management should create a clear special services plan and perform different develop programs to generate income.