This study employed survey method to investigate the impact of business planning, Information preference and use as predicting the performance of Banks in Nigeria. 300 copies of questionnaire used for the study were administered on the managers in all the twenty-four banks operating in Nigeria. Those managers at the banks headquarters and major branches were used for the study. Analyses of data collected revealed that planning and provision of relevant information sources on bank and banking are crucial to good performances of banks in Nigeria. The study also identified the information source preference of the bankers which are information sources in electronic format. The study in conclusion recommends among others, the need for managers in each of the banks in Nigeria to take into consideration proper planning of their business activities, and provision of efficient information system to enhance their operations and productivity.

Keywords: Business Planning, Information Preference, Information Use, Banks, Nigeria