Welcome to FEDPODAM Library

Knowledge &
Academic Excellence

Welcome to FEDPODAM Library

Learning &
Research Excellence

Welcome to FEDPODAM Library

Information &
Scholarly Innovation

Vast Knowledge

Access thousands of academic and research materials

Academic Excellence

Supporting teaching, learning, and innovation

Digital Library

E-books, journals, and online research resources

Expert Librarians

Professional support for research and study

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About the Library

Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library

The Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library serves as a central hub for academic learning, research, and knowledge dissemination within the institution. The library provides access to a wide range of print and electronic resources that support teaching, learning, and research across all departments and programmes of the Polytechnic.

It is committed to promoting information literacy, supporting academic excellence, and creating a conducive environment for students, staff, and researchers to explore knowledge, innovation, and lifelong learning.

Books & Print Resources

90%

Digital & E-Resources

75%

Student Utilization

85%

Research Support Services

80%
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Welcome to Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library

A Hub for Knowledge, Research
and Academic Excellence

Our library is committed to supporting teaching, learning, and research by providing access to quality academic resources, modern digital tools, and professional guidance for students and staff.

  • Extensive Academic
    Collections

  • Digital & Online
    Resources

  • Professional Research
    Support

What We Offer

Library Services

01 Service

Book Lending

01 Service

Book Lending

Borrow academic textbooks, reference materials, and research publications.

02 Service

Digital Library

02 Service

Digital Library

Access e-books, journals, theses, and online academic databases.

03 Service

Research Support

03 Service

Research Support

Professional guidance for research, citations, and academic writing.

We’re here to support your learning and research journey.

Our Benefits

Providing Quality Library Services

Our library is committed to supporting academic excellence through access to quality information resources, modern facilities, and professional guidance for students and staff.

90%

Academic
Resources

70%

Digital
Access



Explore Knowledge & Support
Academic Excellence

Frequently Asked Questions

How can the library help you?

  • Access to academic and research materials

  • Borrowing and returning of library books

  • Digital library and e-resources support

  • Research assistance and referencing guidance

  • Quiet and conducive reading environment

How do I register to use the library?

All registered students and staff can access the library by presenting a valid institutional ID card at the library desk.

How many books can I borrow at a time?

Users are allowed to borrow a limited number of books depending on their category (student or staff) for a specified loan period.

Are there penalties for overdue books?

Yes. Overdue books attract penalties. Users are encouraged to return borrowed materials on or before the due date.

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Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Vision

To be a leading academic library that supports excellence in teaching, learning, research, and innovation.

Mission

To provide timely access to quality information resources and services that support academic programmes, research activities, and lifelong learning.

Core Values

Professionalism, integrity, accessibility, innovation, collaboration, and commitment to academic excellence.

Library Objectives

The objective of the Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library is to support teaching, learning, research, and innovation by providing quality information resources, modern library services, and a conducive academic environment.

Provide Quality Information Resources

To acquire, organize, and make available relevant print and electronic information resources that meet the academic needs of students and staff.

Support Teaching, Learning & Research

To support academic programmes, research activities, and innovation through user education, reference services, and research assistance.

Promote Information Literacy & Digital Access

To enhance information literacy skills, expand access to digital resources, and promote the effective use of information technologies for academic excellence.

To support academic excellence by providing reliable access to quality information resources, modern library services, and a conducive learning environment that enhances teaching, research, and innovation for students and staff of the Federal Polytechnic Damaturu.

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Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library,
Polytechnic Road, Damaturu,
Yobe State, Nigeria.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are we?

Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Library: The library is the academic information hub of the Federal Polytechnic Damaturu, supporting teaching, learning, research, and innovation.

How is the library funded?

The library is funded by the Federal Polytechnic Damaturu through allocations from the Federal Government, supplemented by internally generated funds and grants for special projects and digital resources.

What are the main objectives of the library?

* Provide reliable access to quality print and digital information resources.
* Support academic teaching, learning, and research across all departments.
* Promote information literacy and digital skills among students and staff.
* Ensure a conducive environment for study, collaboration, and innovation.

What services does the library provide?

* Lending Services: Borrowing of books, journals, and other materials.
* Reference & Research Support: Assistance with research and access to scholarly databases.
* Digital Library: Access to e-books, online journals, and academic databases.
* Study & Collaboration Spaces: Quiet study areas, group discussion rooms, and computer labs.
* Information Literacy Training: Workshops and orientation sessions on effective use of library resources.