Abstract:
The academic health, intellectual vitality and
effectiveness of any university depend largely upon the
state of health and excellence of its library which is its
lifeblood. As such, this paper shall attempt to address
areas of importancefor innovation ofacademic libraries
in the 21" century in a Nigerian perspective. Also
identified are the challenges hindering their progress
and ways are highlighted. Innovation drivers are also
identified and recommended as strategies can propel
Nigerian academic libraries into being a respective
player in the information age.