The Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Hadja Ibrahima, has called for a comprehensive legal framework to guide the development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across West Africa. Speaking through the Second Deputy Speaker, Adjaratou Coulibaly, at a regional parliamentary meeting in Dakar, Senegal, Ibrahima said AI must be strategically integrated into education and innovation […]
Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has called for caution in the adoption of artificial intelligence within the judiciary, stressing the need for strong ethical and legal safeguards as the country embraces digital justice reforms. Speaking at a public lecture hosted by the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, on Wednesday, Justice Kekere-Ekun said […]
The Lagos State Branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has called on young engineers to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address Nigeria’s challenges and drive national development. Speaking at the Graduateship Induction Programme held at the University of Lagos, Akoka, NSE Lagos Chairman, Olukorede Kesha, emphasized the transformative potential of AI in engineering, […]
Artificial intelligence is poised to redefine business strategies in 2025, with adoption accelerating as companies recognize its potential to future-proof operations, according to PwC’s latest AI Business Predictions released on Wednesday. The report emphasized that AI success requires both vision and execution, with AI integration becoming a critical factor for business leaders. Nearly half (49%) […]
Google has launched Gemini 2.0, its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date, capable of reasoning, multitasking, and acting on users’ behalf under supervision. The new model introduces “Deep Research,” a feature designed to assist with complex topics by generating comprehensive reports. Starting Wednesday, it will be available in Gemini Advanced. Sundar Pichai, CEO of […]
In a bid to redefine Nigeria’s radio industry and harness the power of artificial intelligence, the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) and Women Radio 91.7 (WFM 91.7) are teaming up to host the AI Radio Summit Nigeria 2024. Scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024, at The Colossus, 4 Sheraton Link Rd, Maryland, Lagos, […]
The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a landmark event, the Media and Development Conference 2024 (#MDC2024), taking place from November 25 to November 26 at the Abuja Continental Hotel. This special conference, under the theme “Navigating Global Shifts: Media and Technology for Inclusive and Sustainable […]
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMCIDE) has announced a N2.8 billion grant from Google.org to Data Science Nigeria, aiming to accelerate the development of AI talent across the country. This initiative aligns with the ministry’s drive to equip Nigerian youth, especially the under and unemployed, with essential AI skills. This grant […]
Technology For Inspiration Initiative, InspireIT, in partnership with Google and Women Techmakers, recently conducted an innovative training event titled Experience AI, aimed at enhancing the professional development of science and mathematics teachers in Nigeria. Held in Owerri, Imo State, the event brought together 50 selected teachers from various schools across the 27 Local Government Areas […]
Microsoft’s latest strategic push into the healthcare sector is intensifying the competition among companies developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to improve healthcare delivery. With the global healthcare AI market valued at an estimated $19 billion, Microsoft aims to position itself as a key player, unveiling several new AI-driven models to enhance clinical insights, streamline operations, […]
