The Nexus Between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Educational Creativity in the Post-COVID-19 Era in Nigeria

The relationship between Artificial Intelligence and educational creativity is the subject of much research globally in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Scholars have researched on its impact on the educational system in the post-COVID-19 era in Nigeria. However, this paper aims to examine the nexus between AI and educational creativity. This is the lacuna addressed by this paper. To lessen the danger of the virus dispersal, social gatherings and relocation were proscribed. The epidemic also caused standard classes (face-to-face) to be interrupted, and education was temporarily suspended. Due to the epidemic, potential resolutions and alternatives are presently being researched to resolve the crisis in the educational system. This paper aims to see how Artificial Intelligence can help educational creativity in the post-COVID-19 era in Nigeria. The paper examines current research literature that explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on educational creativity in the post-COVID-19 era.  A systematic literature review was employed, and the Disruptive Innovation Theory forms the theoretical framework. The findings show that Artificial Intelligence plays a major role in educational creativity, with emerging technologies being used to pursue education in the COVID-19 and the post-COVID-19 era. Furthermore, Artificial Intelligence could not replace humans in the administration of education; rather, it will improve the accessibility to quality education through the use of digital technologies irrespective of time and geographical location. Conclusively, Artificial Intelligence enhances educational diversification and hybrid in Nigeria, especially in this age of digital technology for online classes. The paper recommends that policymakers, business captains, and individuals must leverage the opportunity that arises from the usage of Artificial Intelligence to fully harness the potential of digital transformation and sustainable development in the educational sector of Nigeria.