Dear Prof. Falola:
Sad news, but something can be done. The first thing is to publish or provide the list of the burnt books/journals and some of us can find replacement copies (and e-journals and e-books) for the university. Second, figure out how much it will cost to replace the books/other holdings and ask people to donate towards the amount. Third, donation of new books/relevant materials/electronic additions or money that will improve upon the lost collections. Fourth, the logistics of doing #1-3 in an adequate and honest way, with accountability. Finally, mobilize Unijos alums to step forward and play a lead role in turning this tragedy into a project of library development.
Thanks.
Nimi Wariboko
Walter G. Muelder Professor of Social Ethics
Boston University, USA
I bring sad newsThe library of the University of Jos was burned to the ground yesterday, with all the holdings for the Faculties of Arts, Social and Management Sciences, Education, and the Department of Geology and Mining. Two photos attached. Not a single book was recovered. The fire incident is being investigated at this time.The important thing for you and I is to give our support for the university to rebuild.This is a major disaster.
Toyin FalolaDepartment of HistoryThe University of Texas at Austin104 Inner Campus DriveAustin, TX 78712-0220USA512 475 7224512 475 7222 (fax)
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