GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

                                                                                 ABSTRACT

Libraries are the vanguards of literacy in Nigerian tertiary institutions, acting as catalysts for educational growth, personal empowerment, and societal progress. The significance of their role in promoting literacy among students cannot be overstated, as they provide the necessary foundations for academic achievement and life-long learning. The study analyzed library and promotion of literacy among students of tertiary institutions in Nigeria. As Nigeria continues to advance in the global knowledge economy, the role of libraries in promoting literacy remains pivotal, serving as a beacon of enlightenment and empowerment for students and society as a whole. The study showed that as libraries play a pivotal role in promoting literacy among students in tertiary institutions by providing access to a wide range of resources and creating a conducive environment for learning. It was concluded that the promotion of literacy among students in Nigerian tertiary institutions through libraries is a vital and multifaceted endeavor with far-reaching implications. It has become evident that libraries are not passive repositories of books but dynamic hubs of learning and knowledge dissemination. One of the recommendations made was that libraries should invest in digital resources, e-books, and online databases to ensure students have access to a wide range of materials, especially in the digital age.

KEYWORD: Library, Promotion, Literacy, Students, Tertiary Institutions and Nigeria.