50 women are set to receive training in artificial intelligence following a partnership between Techlytics and IHS Nigeria, with the programme hosted at the University of Ibadan.
The initiative is designed to equip participants with practical skills in AI and related digital technologies, as part of wider efforts to improve female representation in Nigeria’s growing technology sector.
Organisers say the training will focus on building foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence, including how AI systems work, how data is processed, and how emerging tools can be applied across different industries.
The programme also aims to expose participants to real-world applications of AI, particularly in areas such as data analysis, problem-solving, and digital innovation.
According to the partners, the initiative reflects a shared commitment to closing the gender gap in technology and ensuring that more women are included in the country’s digital transformation agenda.
The University of Ibadan was selected as the training venue due to its role as a leading academic institution with a strong focus on research, innovation, and technology development.
Participants are expected to attend structured sessions that combine theoretical instruction with practical exercises to improve their understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and tools.
The organisers noted that women remain underrepresented in many STEM and AI-related fields, making targeted training programmes essential for improving inclusion and expanding access to digital opportunities.
The initiative is also aligned with broader industry efforts to build a future-ready workforce capable of participating in global technological advancement.
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At the end of the programme, participants are expected to have gained foundational AI skills that could support career development, entrepreneurship, and further education in technology-related fields.
Techlytics and IHS Nigeria said the training forms part of ongoing efforts to support digital skills development in Nigeria, with a focus on empowering young people and women to take advantage of opportunities in the evolving tech ecosystem.
Further expansion of similar training programmes may be considered depending on outcomes and available partnerships, according to organisers.
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