AI in Nigeria: Your Go-to for News, Insights, and Analysis Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria and Africa.
As AI adoption accelerates across Africa’s largest economy, understanding its impact has never been more important. From banking and public governance to startups, education, and policy, AI is reshaping how Nigeria works, competes, and innovates.
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AI Safety Nigeria
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Wisdom John
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African Data Strategist (ADS)
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UK to Use AI for Asylum Seeker Age Checks from 2027
The UK is preparing to introduce artificial intelligence-driven facial age estimation at its borders from 2027, marking a significant shift
Nigeria’s AI News Platform AIBase Nig Surpasses 4 Million Views on X
AIBase Nig, Nigeria’s dedicated artificial intelligence news platform, has surpassed 4 million views on X, marking a significant digital milestone
Anthropic Overtakes OpenAI With Stunning $965 Billion AI Valuation
AI company Anthropic has officially overtaken OpenAI to become the world’s most valuable artificial intelligence startup after securing a massive
SA Outpaces Nigeria and Kenya in New AI Adoption Rankings
A stark digital divide is opening up across the African continent. New data published by Microsoft reveals that South Africa
Lokoja Varsity Secures ₦3bn TETFund AI Centre Grant
The Federal University Lokoja has confirmed the establishment of a ₦3 billion Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Centre of Excellence
Enugu Government Trains Top Civil Servants in AI
The Enugu State Government has launched a three-day Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy training programme for permanent secretaries and directors as
Hansel Ndu Okeke and Germain Ndu Okeke
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Weevil Company
About Us – Weevil Company Weevil Company is a Nigerian enterprise technology and consulting company focused on data analytics, cybersecurity,
Yinka Iyinolakan
About Yinka Iyinolakan Yinka Iyinolakan is a Nigerian AI entrepreneur, language technology innovator, and social impact founder best known as
Indigenius AI
About Indigenius AI Indigenius AI is a Nigerian artificial intelligence company focused on building multilingual voice AI systems, speech infrastructure,
Olaoye Anthony Somide
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DataLens Africa
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North Korea Conducts First Test of AI-Guided Missile
North Korea said Wednesday it had conducted its first test of artificial intelligence-guided missiles, marking a new step in Pyongyang’s
6 Govt Services You Can Now Access via GovGuide Nigeria
I spent time testing Nigeria’s newly launched AI government assistant, GovGuide Nigeria, and after trying multiple real-world prompts, one thing
AI Transforms Video Editing and Content Creation Workflows – Ifeoma Ikeh
Businesses and digital creators are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence across content production processes. From video editing and graphic design to
NITDA Urges Nigerian Youths to Develop Homegrown AI Solutions
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has urged Nigerian youths to take advantage of opportunities in artificial intelligence (AI)
Visa Taps AI to Target High-Intent Users in DRC
Visa is using artificial intelligence (AI) systems to identify and target “high-intent” users in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Lenovo Hits All-Time Share High Amid Explosive AI Growth
Lenovo Group shares reached record highs this week after strong earnings driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure
Qhala, Amini AI, Angani and iXAfrica Partner to Establish AI Research Hub in Nairobi
African technology companies Qhala, Amini AI, Angani and iXAfrica Data Centres have partnered to establish a new artificial intelligence research
Silas Adekunle
About Silas Adekunle Silas Adekunle is a Nigerian-British robotics engineer, inventor, and technology entrepreneur recognised for his work at the
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