Library

WIGWE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

The Wigwe University (WU) Libraries support research, learning, and teaching at the University by acquiring, organizing, preserving, and providing access to and delivery of information. These libraries are designed to provide ongoing support and services to the university community in their research, teaching, and learning activities.

The WU Libraries comprise the Main Library; and four other College libraries, namely:

The College of Arts Library
The College of Engineering Library
The College of Science and Computing Library, and
The College of Social Sciences Library.

The Main Library, temporarily located on the left-wing side of the Administrative Building, houses the University Librarian and handles all the administrative and technical aspects of the collective libraries’ acquisitions, organizations, and distribution of resources. Each of the College library, located on campus within their respective College building, is designed to foster academic excellence and intellectual growth.

Our Vision

To be the intellectual heart of Wigwe University, empowering Africa’s potential for prosperity by providing world-class knowledge resources, fostering inquiry, and supporting the pursuit of academic excellence and leadership.

Our Mission

To set a new standard for academic libraries in Africa by providing cutting-edge information resources, innovative learning spaces, and dynamic research support.

Nurture the next generation of African leaders with access to knowledge, technology, and global perspectives.

WU Libraries houses a diverse, rich, and up-to-date collection of books,
journals, and digital resources carefully assembled to support the
university’s mission in teaching, learning, research, and leisure. This
comprehensive repository provides WU with a distinctive competitive
advantage among its peers. WU Library is committed to the selection,
acquisition, organization, preservation, and dissemination of relevant
information resources tailored to meet the needs of its community and ensure
that faculty, students, staff, and researchers have access to materials that
enhance academic and professional pursuits. To simplify navigation and
retrieval, our information materials are carefully catalogued and arranged
following the internationally recognized Library of Congress Classification
(LC) Scheme. This system ensures that users can easily locate and access the
library books on the shelf via authors, titles, subjects, year of
publication, and publishers. The WU libraries also offer a wide range of
specialized services, including:

Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI): Personalized updates on new resources tailored to users’ specific areas
of interest.
Indexing and Abstracting Services: Quick access to
essential information through curated indexes and abstracts of journals
and academic works.
Book Loan Services: Flexible borrowing policies to
support users’ study and research needs.
Research Assistance: Professional guidance to help
users navigate and utilize the library’s vast resources effectively.

The Wigwe University Library is more than just a repository of books;
it is a vibrant academic ecosystem committed to empowering users with the
tools and resources necessary for success in today’s knowledge-driven world;
whether they are in the library for academic research, personal development,
or leisure reading, WU Libraries are dedicated to supporting your journey
toward discovery and achievement.