Factors Affecting Staff Motivation in some University Libraries in Edo and Delta States, Nigeria

Abstract

This study investigates factors affecting staff motivation in university libraries in Edo and Delta State Nigeria. The instrument used for data collection was the questionnaire. The data obtained were analyzed using simple percentage and frequency count. The findings revealed that the pay-rise, regular payments of salary and staff training and development have great effects on staff motivation in the libraries investigated. Library management should make provision for pay-rise and job training in order for staff to be motivated to perform better on the job.