Library

ABOUT LIBRARY

The library was established in February 2002 to provide up-to-date data and information for the Institute’s evidence-based social research. As a result, the library houses resources both in hard and soft (virtual) format in social sciences especially in the areas of economics and related disciplines. The library has millions of e-resources through its collaboration and partnership with the JSTOR, OARE, IDRC and host of other institutions. The library is also blessed with up-to-date books and journals of international standard like the AERC, IMF, AJEP, UNRISD, Levy Institute, CBN, World Bank, UNDP, NBS and others.
As a special library, a Closed Access policy is used and as a result, usage is restricted to staff, fellows, and postgraduate students. Lending is restricted because of the unique nature of the library but reprography is allowed. The library is open from Mon-Fri starting from 8:30am- 4:30pm.

The library is managed by a professional librarian who has garnered many experiences through practice, trainings, workshops and seminars across the country. The library is conveniently located at the Institute’s permanent site.

Strategic Aims

To provide timely and up-to-date information resources for the institute’s evidenced-based research;

To select, acquire, organize and provide access to published information, in all physical forms, to support learning, teaching, and research in Applied Economics.

To document and update all information resources;

To develop a range of networked information and document delivery services

To engage in programmes to promote the effective and critical use of information

To provide a responsive and flexible enquiry service

Library Services

Provides referral services to all patrons

Partners with national and International Institutions to provide information on African economic development

Provides access to virtual library

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VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT

Library Vision

As a center of intense intellectual inquiry, the African Institute for Applied Economics Library shares with the Institute the aspiration to be at par with other world class library.

In this desired future, the Library ensures that its collections remain forward-looking, diverse, accessible and of international quality. Through innovation and advocacy, the library resources are showcased and easy access is provided. For posterity reasons, the Library preserves information across all formats and ensures effective storage and delivery systems. The Library’s collaboration with expanding circles of partners yields unified access, broadening knowledge, and enhanced services.

Library Mission Statement

The African Institute for Applied Economics Library provides integrated library and information services in support of the Institute's overall aims and objectives, as embodied in the mission statement and strategic plan.

Let knowledge grow from more to more; and so be human life enriched

The African Institute for Applied Economics Library is dedicated to enriching life through the expansion of knowledge in applied economics. In pursuit of this mission, the Library:

builds collections and provides access to information resources in support of the research of the users

facilitates the creation, discovery and use of these resources

ensures the long-term preservation, availability, and access to these resources

anticipates the information needs and preferences of current and future generations of users
creates hospitable environments for local and distant study and research

partners with the University community to identify and provide needed services

participates in local, national and international associations, programs and cooperative initiatives

Library Values

In all of our interactions, we are guided by these values:

Knowledge

• We encourage the process of learning.

• We anticipate and contribute to scholarly inquiry.

• We promote the Library as both a real and virtual extended classroom.

• We embrace our role as collectors and custodians of the intellectual record.

Service

• We offer an environment that supports creativity, flexibility, and collaboration.

• We believe that each user of the Library is unique and important.

• We evolve to meet the changing needs of the Library and its users.

• We maintain a comfortable, welcoming and secure place for study, research, work and interaction.

Quality

• We commit ourselves to excellence.

• We support individual growth and organizational development.

• We work diligently to exceed the expectations of those we serve.

Integrity

• We relate to each other with honesty and candor.

• We adhere to the principles of fairness, justice and equality in our work.

• We demonstrate a strong work ethic, taking responsibility for our actions.

Respect

• We treat everyone with equal consideration and courtesy.

• We encourage differences in perspective, opinions and ideas.

• We consider the needs of others.

• We provide an environment that is inclusive and diverse.

Communication

• We engage in open and honest communication at all levels.

• We recognize the importance of Library-wide participation.

• We share information and solicit opinions about decisions that affect the success of the Library.

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LIBRARY RESOURCES

Reference collection: Dictionaries, Catalogues and Publication Indexes, Map of the World, the World Bank atlas, etc.

World Bank/IMF titles: World Development Reports, Annual Reports, Global Economic Prospects, World and Africa Development Indicators, Global Development Finance, World Bank Atlas and Little Data Book, World Bank Discussion/Technical and Research Working Papers, IMF Economic Issues, IMF Occasional Papers, Training and Course Materials, etc.

Other Institutional Publications: AERC Research and Special Papers, KIPPRA Policy Research Analysis, NESG Economic Indicators, United Nations Conference on Developments, CBN Annual Reports, and Statement of Account etc

Journals World bank Economic Reviews, World Bank Research Observer, NISER Monograph Series and Occasional Papers, NCEMA Journal of Economic Management and Policy Analysis series, Nigeria Journal of Economic and Social Studies, Nigeria Economic Society Proceedings, DPC research reports.

Newspapers and Magazines: The Library engages in Newspaper indexing on topical Economic issues. These Newspapers are; The Guardian, This Day, Financial Standard, Business Day, etc The following Magazines are also found in the Library; Tell, News watch, etc

Book section

All the resources above represent a section in the layout of the library. How ever the bulk of the Library resources are divided into the following:

Generalia, Political Economics, Systems and Theories, Mathematical Economics and Econometrics, Financial Economics, Development Economics, Public Administration, Poverty and Social Services, Commerce/Trade, Industrial Economics and Economic History.

All these categories are annotated with set of numbers for easy retrieval.

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LIBRARY REGULATIONS

1. Admission
The facilities of the Library are open to all members of staff and registered fellows of the institute. Other persons seeking to use the Library for the purpose of study or research may be admitted at the discretion of the Librarian.

2. Discipline
(a) All users of the Library are required to conduct themselves quietly and to obey any instructions from the Library staff, including the production of acceptable means of identification.
(b) Bags, cases and coats must not be taken into the Library, except where a security system is in use.
(c) Food and/or drinks may not be taken into or consumed in the Library. Smoking is not permitted..
(d) Under no circumstances should the books or journals be removed from Library premises unless with the permission of the librarian. Readers are reminded that any breach of this rule can subject them to disciplinary action by the librarian/Management of the institute, and also in some cases to legal proceedings.
(f) Answering of calls in the library is not permitted.
(g) And finally, any complaints or suggestions for improvements of the service should be directed to the Librarian.

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