Abstract

The study examined social studies curriculum development as panacea for security management and sustainable educational attainment in Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. Population comprises of all higher institutions in Ogun State. Random sampling technique was used to select 5 Higher Institutions in Ogun State, 30 students were randomly selected from each of the chosen school to make a total of 150 as sample for study. Two (2) research questions were raised and answered in this study. Reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha and data collected were analyzed using simple percentage, mean and standard deviation statistical tool. The research findings concluded that social studies education can play a crucial role in integrating national development both in security management and educational sustainability. It can make immense contributions towards achieving national security in Nigeria through its effective teaching. The inculcation of positive attitudes, appropriate values of honesty, integrity hard work, fairness, justice and togetherness which are necessary for national development, should start early stage of child education attainment. When youths are adequately informed, educated and have acquired basic social skills and attitude in the society, it will promote national security and sustenance peace and development in the country. It is therefore recommended that re-structuring of Social Studies Education curriculum in Nigeria must be emphasised, it is the best process of changing the lives of young citizens. The citizens should develop a sense of patriotism that is to put the country above any selfish interest capable of destroying peace and harmony in the country.