Library and Information Service Delivery for the Blind and Physically Challenged in University of Nigeria Nsukka Library

This paper is an investigation into the evolution of library services for the blind people - library services for the blind and physically challenged in Nigerian universities with particular reference to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), meeting the needs of persons with visually impaired through assistive technologies such as Screen reader, Braille translation software, Braille writing equipment, Closed –circuit television (CCTV), and Braille embosser and scanners. Challenges militating against service delivery for the visually impaired in Nigeria and workable strategies for improving library and information services to the visually impaired are suggested. The researchers recommend that special education teachers and the university authorities should attempt to provide facilities and employ teachers with solid Braille literacy skills to teach the visually impaired learners.