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The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, has called on the Nigerian Army to harness data and artificial intelligence (AI) as strategic assets to strengthen intelligence, improve decision-making, and enhance operational effectiveness in modern warfare. Inuwa made the remarks while delivering a presentation titled “From Data to Decision Advantage: Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Warfare” at the Nigerian Army’s 4th Data Management and Record Keeping Seminar 2026. Speaking on the role of emerging technologies in defence, the NITDA Director General said artificial intelligence should be viewed as a force…

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has launched V4-Flash, an ultra-low-cost AI model that is rapidly drawing attention across the industry for combining competitive performance with some of the lowest operating costs currently available in the market. The launch is being viewed as the latest move in an increasingly intense global AI price war, as companies race to deliver advanced AI capabilities while driving down costs for developers and businesses. According to research firm Artificial Analysis, DeepSeek’s V4-Flash is now the cheapest well-known AI model to run among major commercial offerings. Lowest-Cost Model Among Major AI Providers Artificial Analysis reported that…

A Nigerian scientist has developed an artificial intelligence-powered flood prediction system designed to improve early warning capabilities and help communities prepare for devastating floods before they occur. The new platform, known as the HydroSense AI Flood Prediction System, uses machine learning algorithms to analyse multiple environmental data sources, including rainfall patterns, river water levels, weather conditions and historical flood records. The goal is to generate more accurate flood forecasts that enable authorities and residents to respond before disasters unfold. Flooding remains one of Nigeria’s most destructive natural disasters, affecting thousands of people every year. Heavy rainfall, overflowing rivers, poor drainage…

UNESCO and LG AI Research have officially launched a free global Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, marking a significant step towards making AI ethics education accessible to learners around the world. The course, titled Empowering Minds: Transforming Lives, was formally unveiled during the Ethics by Design: Industry and Innovation Conference in Seoul, South Korea. Hosted on Coursera, the programme is open to anyone worldwide and has been designed to help professionals, policymakers, researchers, students and developers apply internationally recognised ethical principles throughout the AI lifecycle. The initiative is built around the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial…

The global artificial intelligence race has been radically upended following a major structural shift from East Asia. Beijing-based generative artificial intelligence start-up Moonshot AI has officially released Kimi K3, a mammoth 2.8-trillion-parameter system that now stands as the largest open-weight AI model in existence. Timed to land alongside the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, the sudden breakthrough has challenged the long-held Western consensus that Chinese developers lag months behind their American counterparts. By offering frontier-level performance at a fraction of the cost, Kimi K3 has initiated a profound market reassessment across Silicon Valley and Wall Street regarding the massive…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled an ambitious strategy to position China at the forefront of global artificial intelligence development, presenting Beijing as a leading advocate for international AI cooperation while challenging the United States’ dominance in the rapidly evolving sector. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Xi said artificial intelligence should be developed through international collaboration rather than controlled by any single nation. He called for greater global coordination on AI governance, standards, and safety as the technology becomes increasingly influential in economies, industries, and national security. Related: China Launches Global…

What This Scam Is Fake AI Investment Bots in Nigeria are fraudulent platforms that claim to use artificial intelligence to generate huge profits from cryptocurrency, forex, stocks, or online trading. Scammers promote these bots as fully automated systems that can supposedly make money for investors with little or no effort. Common claims include: “AI trades for you 24/7.” “Earn 10% daily returns.” “Turn ₦100,000 into ₦1 million in weeks.” “Guaranteed profits with zero risk.” “Our AI predicts the market with 99% accuracy.” In reality, most of these platforms either: Do not have any AI technology. Use fake trading dashboards. Operate…

Google has partnered with the Elba Hope Foundation, founded by actor and entrepreneur Idris Elba, to launch a $1 million initiative providing 100,000 African creators with free access to Google’s artificial intelligence tools. The announcement was made during Google’s AI Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Wednesday, as the technology giant unveiled new efforts to expand AI adoption and strengthen Africa’s growing digital economy. According to Google, the initiative will give eligible creators access to its flagship Gemini AI assistant and other Google digital products, helping them create high-quality content faster and at a lower cost. Read: Google Africa AI…

From fintech and healthcare to agriculture and education, organisations are increasingly adopting AI technologies to solve complex problems and improve efficiency. At the heart of this transformation are AI researchers, the professionals responsible for developing the next generation of intelligent systems. If you are considering a career in artificial intelligence or are an employer looking to hire AI talent, understanding the AI Researcher Job Description is essential. This guide explains the role, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, salary expectations, and future career prospects for AI researchers, with a particular focus on the Nigerian job market. Related: How AI Is Creating New Job…

The Nigerian job market is evolving rapidly. AI CV builders are at the forefront of this transformation. These tools are changing how job seekers create resumes. AI technology optimizes CVs for specific roles and industries. This gives job seekers a competitive edge. It helps them stand out in a crowded market. AI CV builders offer personalized suggestions. They improve both content and format. This makes CV writing less stressful and more efficient. Many of these tools are ATS-friendly. They ensure resumes pass through digital filters. This increases the chances of landing an interview. AI CV builders are accessible online. This…