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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

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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

Friday, May 17, 2024 / 06:25 AM

National Library to Support Take-off of Academy of Science Library

Our Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Chinwe Anunobi played host to the President of the Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS), Prof. Ekanem Braided, who visited with the Executive Secretary of NAS and ot...

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Tuesday, May 07, 2024 / 04:34 AM

National Librarian Inaugurates Local Organizing Committee for 2025 Abuja Book Project

The National Librarian, Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi, was joined by the leadership of the FCT chapter of the Network of Book Clubs and Reading Culture Promoters (NBRP) to inaugurate the Local Orga...

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Monday, May 06, 2024 / 05:26 PM

Lagos State Branch Host Irish Ambassador to Nigeria

The Lagos Branch recently played host to the Ambassador of Ireland to Nigeria, Ambassador Peter Ryan who was accompanied by Mrs Aduke Gomez, a prolific writer of children's books. 

Mr. R...

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MDAs

Quick link to Ministries, Parastatals and Agencies (MDAs)