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Artificial Intelligence in Education for National Development in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges

Authors
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Opie, Oko Ngaji PhD

Department of General Studies, FCE Obudu • opieon@fceobudu.edu.ng

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Odey, Peter Eshue

Department of Political Science, FCE Obudu • peeodey@gmail.com

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Solomon Utsu

Department of Agricultural Education, FCE Obudu

Abstract

Technology has permeated all aspect of human endeavors. One of the most powerful and recent advancements in technology is the Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is reshaping all spheres of lives: education, arts, music, language, engineering, medicine and so on. This paper examines the role of AI in education in Nigeria, while noting the prospects and challenges for a smooth integration of the technology in the Nigerian educational space. The paper averred that persuasive use of AI is capable of transforming teaching, learning and evaluation techniques in the educational sector in such a dimension that the untold benefits could ultimately lead to Nigeria's national development.

Keywords
Artificial Intelligence Intelligence Development Education Challenges Prospects

Received: January 2026    Accepted: March 2026    Published: May 2026

Journal: The Nigerian Educator Journal of Education    ISSN: 699-3-7

Copyright: © 2026 The Authors. Published under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licence.

How to Cite
Opie, O. N., & Odey, P. E., & Utsu, S. (2026). Artificial intelligence in education for national development in nigeria: prospects and challenges. The Nigerian Educator Journal of Education, 13(1), 32–39.
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