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.
Dangote Cement Deploys AI to Boost Transport Safety
Dangote Cement has strengthened its commitment to road safety and operational efficiency through the deployment of artificial intelligence-powered telematics and
First UK Surgery Using AI-Powered Tool Signals New Era for Healthcare
Surgeons in the United Kingdom have used an artificial intelligence-powered tool during a live operation for the first time, a
APOTIERIOLUWA OWOADE
FOUNDER’S PROFILE Biography Apotierioluwa Owoade is a Nigerian entrepreneur, language technology innovator, and Co-founder/Chief Executive Officer of Reedapt, an AI-powered
REEDAPT
COMPANY’S PROFILE Basic Company Overview Reedapt is a Nigerian artificial intelligence company focused on breaking language barriers through AI-powered dubbing,
New AI-Driven Vaccine Innovation Raises Hopes for Global Disease Prevention
A breakthrough vaccine technology developed with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) is raising hopes that future pandemics could be
Defence Chief Prioritises AI and Cybersecurity in Reform Agenda
Nigeria’s military leadership has placed artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity at the centre of its ongoing reform agenda, signalling a
Stakeholders Convene to Advance Inclusive AI Agenda in Nigeria
Technology leaders, policymakers, civil society actors, academia, and development practitioners have renewed calls for a coordinated national approach to artificial
NANS Trains Benue Students on AI, Civic Engagement Ahead of 2027
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Benue Zone, has organised a leadership symposium aimed at
Stakeholders Advocate AI Skills Development for Young People
Stakeholders in education and youth development have called for intensified efforts to equip young people with artificial intelligence (AI) skills,
Nigeria Police Embraces AI at Landmark Leadership Workshop
The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation, governance, and the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in
SOSG, Iconic University Train Nigerians on Paperless Governance at Masterclass 2.0
The Sokoto State Government, through its Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy (MIDE), in partnership with Iconic Open University, has
Israel Pledges Expanded AI Partnership with Nigeria
Israel has pledged to deepen its artificial intelligence collaboration with Nigeria through expanded knowledge transfer, startup support, and framework development,
UNIABUJA Launches Nigeria’s First AI-Powered Thesis Writing Platform
The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has unveiled what is described as Nigeria’s first artificial intelligence-powered thesis writing platform, Thesis-Speedwrite, designed
AI Is Speeding Ahead – Anthropic Co-Founder Wants an Emergency Brake
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is raising fresh concerns among industry leaders, with Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark warning that
Applications Open for Microsoft-Backed Free AI Training Programme
Applications have officially opened for the 2026 edition of the AI Skills 4 Women programme, a free artificial intelligence training
TOBI OLATUNJI
FOUNDER’S PROFILE Biography Tobi Olatunji is a Nigerian physician, machine learning scientist, and entrepreneur. He is the Co-founder and Chief
INTRON
COMPANY’S PROFILE Basic Company Overview Intron is a Lagos-based artificial intelligence company developing voice technology infrastructure for Africa. The company
HENRY MASCOT
FOUNDER’S PROFILE Biography Henry Mascot is a Nigerian entrepreneur, technology executive, and Co-founder/Chief Executive Officer of Curacel. He leads the
CURACEL
COMPANY’S PROFILE Basic Company Overview Curacel is an artificial intelligence-powered infrastructure company serving the insurance and healthcare sectors across emerging
NNAMDI PATRICK UGWU
FOUNDER’S PROFILE Biography Nnamdi Patrick Ugwu is a Nigerian software engineer, entrepreneur, and Co-founder/Chief Executive Officer of NUPAT Technologies, a
NUPAT TECHNOLOGIES
COMPANY’S PROFILE 1. Basic Company Overview NUPAT Technologies is a Lagos-based software development and artificial intelligence company focused on building
NGO Combines AI and Biochar to Support Sustainable Agriculture
Agrify, in partnership with the Tabitha Cumi Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has introduced an artificial intelligence-powered agricultural platform alongside
ipNX Champions AI and Infrastructure Development at IoT West Africa
ipNX Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and strengthening digital infrastructure across Africa, using the
TechUp Boys Equips Hundreds of Lagos Students with AI Skills
Hundreds of secondary school students across Lagos State have benefited from a targeted digital empowerment programme aimed at building competencies
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept. It is already influencing how Nigerian businesses operate, how governments make decisions, and how citizens access services. By bringing together credible reporting and analysis in one place, AI Base Nigeria helps readers stay informed, think critically, and engage meaningfully with one of the most important technological shifts of our time.
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