Reimagining Edupreneurship with AI Technologies: Pathways to Modern Educational Excellence in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

Authors

  • Usman ABUBAKAR Department of Curriculum Studies and Educational Technology, School of Education and General Studies, Federal College of Education Gidan Madi, Sokoto, Nigeria
  • Samuel Adenubi ONASANYA Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
  • Hussaini Ibrahim ALIYU Hilinks Network Solutions Ltd, Abuja, Nigeria
  • Mohammed Rabiu ABDULRAHMAN Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, AI in Education, Edupreneurship

Abstract

This study investigates the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in revolutionizing edupreneurship to modernize Nigerian tertiary institutions. It examines critical systemic challenges, including inadequate funding, outdated curricula, poor infrastructure, and a shortage of skilled personnel, which collectively undermine the quality of educational delivery. The research explores how AI-driven solutions such as personalized learning experiences, administrative process optimization, and advanced data analytics can address these issues to enhance the relevance, efficiency, and accessibility of higher education. The study highlights the necessity of substantial government investment in technology infrastructure, curriculum reforms that incorporate AI literacy and computational thinking, and the modernization of educational facilities. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of continuous professional development programs to equip academic staff with the skills to integrate AI technologies effectively. Emphasis is placed on establishing robust policies to ensure the ethical, equitable, and sustainable implementation of AI, mitigating challenges such as the digital divide and data privacy concerns. Through advocating for a collaborative approach among government, educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and international partners, this research provides a roadmap for harnessing AI to transform Nigeria's higher education. It concludes that the integration of AI into edupreneurship has the potential to create a dynamic, resilient, and globally competitive educational system capable of meeting the demands of the 21st-century knowledge economy.

Author Biographies

Usman ABUBAKAR, Department of Curriculum Studies and Educational Technology, School of Education and General Studies, Federal College of Education Gidan Madi, Sokoto, Nigeria

Department of Curriculum Studies and Educational Technology, School of Education and General Studies, Federal College of Education Gidan Madi, Sokoto, Nigeria

Samuel Adenubi ONASANYA, Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Hussaini Ibrahim ALIYU, Hilinks Network Solutions Ltd, Abuja, Nigeria

Hilinks Network Solutions Ltd, Abuja, Nigeria

Mohammed Rabiu ABDULRAHMAN, Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Department of Educational Technology, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

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Published

2025-01-30

How to Cite

ABUBAKAR, U., ONASANYA, S. A., ALIYU, H. I., & ABDULRAHMAN, M. R. (2025). Reimagining Edupreneurship with AI Technologies: Pathways to Modern Educational Excellence in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions. Ilorin Journal of Education, 45(2), 222–236. Retrieved from https://ije.unilorinedu.sch.ng/index.php/ije/article/view/252