Due to this fact, public libraries have vital roles to play in information dissemination
at the grassroots to meet the information needs of each of these groups. The
importance of public library in our society today is being underscored by a number
of convergent trends which include, increase in school enrolment at the primary,
secondary and tertiary levels. Thus, public libraries must be proactive, vibrant and
abreast of the latest developments in information dissemination to maintain
relevance and keep up with the multifarious needs and expectations of library
users. It is therefore important that the public library should be able to provide the
right materials to meet the information needs of users.