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Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen literacy campaigns in Nigeria: Analysing the role of katsina state public library board programs for sustainable development
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Hindatu Salisu Abubakar
Abstract
This study investigates the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to
enhance literacy campaigns and outreach programs at the Katsina State Public
Library Board (KSLB) in Nigeria, focusing on identifying literacy gaps and
designing effective interventions for sustainable development. The study
adopted the quantitative descriptive survey design, data were collected from
127 library staff through a validated questionnaire (reliability coefficient =
0.789) and analysed using SPSS version 23. The findings reveal that KSLB
prioritises child-focused programs, such as storytime sessions (mean = 3.8) and
adult literacy classes (mean = 3.2), while specialised initiatives like mobile
outreach (mean = 2.5) and EFL courses (mean = 2.3) are less frequent,
indicating an adult gap and specialised literacy efforts. AI adoption is
minimal, with data analytics (mean = 2.4) being the most utilised tool, while
advanced applications like chatbots (mean = 1.8) and adaptive learning
platforms (mean = 1.6) are underutilised due to high implementation costs (30%),
lack of technical expertise (25%), and data privacy concerns (15%). These
challenges align with broader Nigerian library trends, where infrastructure and
funding constraints hinder AI integration. The study recommends increased
investment in infrastructure, staff training, and policy support to leverage AI
for personalised learning and targeted outreach, thereby addressing literacy
disparities and advancing sustainable development in Katsina State.
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Pages:17-23
How to cite this article:
Hindatu Salisu Abubakar "Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen literacy campaigns in Nigeria: Analysing the role of katsina state public library board programs for sustainable development". International Journal of Social Research and Development, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 17-23
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