Theft And Vandalism: Effect And Control Mechanism On Information Resources In Academic Libraries In Osun State, Nigeria.
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 7
Abstract
This study examined the effects of theft and vandalism of library information resources and its control mechanisms in selected academic libraries in Osun state, Nigeria. The survey research methodology was adopted and the population was two hundred and forty (240) library staff. The total enumeration technique was employed in the study; one hundred and forty-two (142) sample size used was based on the available staff on ground as at the time of administration of the questionnaire. This was as a result of the fact that some of the staff members were on leave, some on sabbatical and some were on shift duties. The instrument used was questionnaire. A response rate of 100% was recorded. Data collected were analyzed using frequency counts, percentages and tables. The findings revealed that the extent of theft and vandalism of library materials were high in academic libraries in Osun state, Nigeria and this was associated with economic depression, lack of user orientation etc. The findings also revealed that the resources that were majorly affected are reference materials as well as books containing disc etc. The study found out some methods used to perpetrate the act of theft and vandalism of library resources, this include; mutilation of books, walking out with library materials when security is not alert etc. The study concluded that theft and vandalism of information resources has affected the academic library in no small measure. It was therefore; recommended that there should be policy formulation that will guide against every form of theft and vandalism.
Authors and Affiliations
Fisayo Adesola Adekunle, Olalekan Abraham Adekunjo, Stanley Omondiale Unuabor. (CLN)
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