Artificial Intelligence, Peace, and Sustainable Development: Perspectives and Expectations of Final-Year Students at the University of Lagos

@article{1710565,
      author = {Sheidu Olarewaju Kamoru,, Ojo Dotun, Ojo Abimbola Caroline, Mustapha Saidat Yewande, Akali Bartholomew},
      title = {Artificial Intelligence, Peace, and Sustainable Development: Perspectives and Expectations of Final-Year Students at the University of Lagos},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {3},
      pages = {561-573},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1710565.pdf},
      abstract = {The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly altered human interaction, education, peace processes, and pathways to sustainable development. This paper explores the intersection of AI, peace, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the perspectives of final-year undergraduate students at the University of Lagos. Using a content analysis approach, this study investigates students? expectations and interpretations regarding AI?s role in peacebuilding and sustainability. Findings reveal that students recognize both the opportunities and threats posed by AI, expressing optimism for its educational benefits but concern over ethical, employment, and security implications. The paper advocates for a deeper integration of AI ethics, peace education, and sustainability studies into Nigerian higher education.},
      keywords = {Artificial Intelligence, Peacebuilding, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Higher Education, Student Perception, AI Ethics, Nigeria, Content Analysis},
      month = {September},
  }