National Library of Nigeria (NLN)

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

State Branches

Our Services

Virtual Library Services

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

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.

ISBN Verification

ISBN issued in Nigeria can be verified here.

Index to Nigeria Newspapers

Indexing and Abstrating Services to Nigeria newspapers ...

OPAC

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

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

Wednesday, July 02, 2025 / 04:09 PM

Prof. Anunobi Elected Vice Chair of Conference of Directors of National Libraries (CDNL)

Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi has been elected as the 1st Vice Chair of the Conference of Directors of National Libraries (CDNL). The election was held during the Conference of Directors of Nationa...

Thursday, June 19, 2025 / 09:49 AM

UNESCO Fancies Map of Nigerian Languages, Provides Recipes for Sustainable Development

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO has identified indigenous languages as a key ingredient for sustainable development.

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Tuesday, April 22, 2025 / 03:28 PM

National Libraries of Nigeria, Bulgaria Renew MoU

The National Library of Nigeria and the National Library of the Republic of Bulgaria have renewed their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing cultural exchange ...