Assessment of Civic Education Curriculum in Minimising Illegal Weapon Possession among Students in Nigeria: Implication for Artificial Intelligence in Education

Uthman Shehu  Lawal; Zohaib Hassan Sain; Ibrahim Maimunat  Adoke; Munirat Binta  Abdullahi; Shahzadi Hina  Sain

doi:10.55927/ajns.v3i4.14156

Authors

Uthman Shehu Lawal Kaduna State University
Zohaib Hassan Sain Superior University
Ibrahim Maimunat Adoke Federal College of Education
Munirat Binta Abdullahi Kaduna State University
Shahzadi Hina Sain Beaconhouse Head Office

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ajns.v3i4.14156

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Civic Education Curriculum, Illegal Weapon Possession

Abstract

Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) possession among youths in North-West Nigeria exacerbates violence and crime. This study assessed the effectiveness of civic education in reducing illegal weapon possession among secondary school students. Using a survey of 500 students from Kano, Kaduna, and Sokoto, findings showed moderate success in promoting peace but limited impact on changing attitudes and conflict resolution. Civic education lacked practical strategies against gang influence. Integrating AI could enhance learning and evaluation. The study recommends curriculum improvements, community collaboration, and teacher training to strengthen civic education’s role in addressing youth violence.

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