Azaiki foundation is owned by Professor Steve Azaiki, the
Bayelsa State government former secretary. The idea for a
public library came in 1999 and after a series of contributions from Azaiki, his
family and
directors of his
foundation. Azaiki Public Library was established on May 19, 2015, and was commissioned by the former president of Nigeria,
Goodluck Jonathan.[4][5] The library modern and its quality matches US standards and requirements.
The library was opened by Mallam Shakarau who represented the then former president Jonathan, it is a four-storey
building which also houses an art gallery and museum.[6]
Also in attendance of the commissioning was
Governor Henry Seriake Dickson, represented by his Chief of Staff, Talford Ongolo. Azaiki Public Library is a 5-star library with enticing environment and facilities which are of best quality intending to serve the public free of charge.[6]
Sections and Services
Sections and collections
Periodicals (current and archived; hard copy and web)
Books and reference (inspirational books, reference books, business management, CDs, e-books, web sites)
Database (print, CD-ROM, web)
Directories (subscribed or in-house; print or CD-ROM or web)