ANALYZING THE UTILIZATION OF SCHOOL LIBRARY RESOURCES BY SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS: A CASE STUDY OF OFF A GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OFFA, KWARA STATE

W.'.: study explores the utilization of school library resources by secondary school students at ■re Grammar School, Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria. The primary aim was to assess the types of used by students, the frequency of library visits, the purposes for utilizing these ■■wrces, and the challenges hindering optimal library resource utilization. A descriptive L--r. design was adopted, involving a sample of 90 senior secondary students, selected using ■r.-tf nience sampling.; Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, and the analysis L _• rducted using frequency tables and percentages. The findings revealed that students ■-w.crily used textbooks, periodicals, and encyclopedias for academic purposes, while Ukn: .'ogical resources such as e-books and virtual learning materials were underutilized. ■ra*? usage was mostly for research and exam preparation. Key challenges identified included Lr : rientation, inadequate resources, erratic power supply, and limited internet connectivity. I'rjQ' gies for improvement included extending library hours, enhancing technological access, ■fa-g library staff and improving the overall library infrastructure. In conclusion, the study Miglued the need for better orientation programs, technological access, improved ■fee - cture, and strategic training for library staff to promote optimal resource utilization. ■fc r. - ..’•ch contributes valuable insights into the barriers and strategies for enhancing school ■bur : .re in secondary education. The research recommended that further research should be ■■*... : it to explore the role of mobile technologies, the impact of sustained library use on hi - performance, and the involvement of stakeholders in improving library access. : School Library, Resource Utilization, Secondary School Students, Challenges, its, Offa Grammar School.