Entrepreneurship in library and information science/technology for self-reliance in Nigeria.

Abstract

This paper highlighted the area of entrepreneurship in the library and information science/technology curriculum, thus, include information business, preservation of library materials, book publishing/book trade, printing press, public relations, library building design as well as consultancy services. Requirement for effective implementation of the entrepreneurship in the curriculum include adequate funding, infrastructural facilities, consultants/experts, recruitment of personnel and adequate practicals. Also highlighted were the opportunities in entrepreneurship for librarians. This include establishment of cyber-café, computer services, cinema/film houses, GSM centre, mini-printing/publishing press, bookshops, newspaper stands and consultancy services. The expected challenges include low levels of skills, huge taxation, power failure and cost implication. Possible recommendations were proffered.