Author: Michael O Oke

The Ogun State Government has unveiled a new artificial intelligence–driven teaching and learning platform aimed at significantly improving the quality of education across public schools in the state, as part of broader efforts to modernise the education sector and align it with global digital trends. The platform, named OgunLearn, was officially launched by Governor Dapo Abiodun at a ceremony in Abeokuta. State officials describe the initiative as a landmark step in leveraging emerging technologies to address persistent challenges in teaching, learning delivery, and educational administration. It is also being positioned as one of the most ambitious state-led applications of artificial…

OpenAI has announced the global launch of ChatGPT Go, a new service tier designed to expand access to more reliable and premium artificial intelligence capabilities, with Nigerian users among those set to benefit from the rollout. The launch marks another step in OpenAI’s efforts to broaden the availability of advanced AI tools worldwide, particularly in emerging markets where demand for practical, productivity-driven AI solutions continues to grow. With Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital economy and youthful tech-savvy population, the introduction of ChatGPT Go is expected to resonate across multiple sectors, including education, business, media, and software development. What ChatGPT Go Offers…

UNESCO keeps pushing AI in Africa forward by connecting skills, ethics, and public policy. Over the years, Director‑General Audrey Azoulay has steered global action on AI ethics, and now UNESCO’s work aligns with the continental AI strategy, shaped alongside the African Union. It’s a practical approach: help countries build capacity, guide governments, and monitor risks to rights as AI for Africa programmes grow. Across the continent, UNESCO supports AI governance that aligns with local realities while not ignoring global standards. They’re working with ministries, courts, schools, and research groups. By connecting national efforts with regional plans—like the continental strategy on artificial intelligence—UNESCO aims…

Nigeria looks ready to shake things up with a new law on artificial intelligence. This move could put the country ahead of most other African countries. Lawmakers in Abuja have been discussing the bill for months. They want to set clear rules for how people and businesses use AI. If the law passes, Nigeria could become a model for other African nations. Some folks see this as a chance to lead the way, while others worry about what the rules might mean for startups. The bill covers data privacy, safety, and ethical use of AI. It doesn’t just focus on…

If you’re in Nigeria and want a simple, low-cost way to use DeepSeek AI, you’re in the right place. DeepSeek AI gives you an affordable, open-source tool that helps you create content, analyse information, write code, and build AI services using just your phone or computer and an internet connection. This guide dives into how DeepSeek AI fits into daily work, study, and business across Nigeria. You don’t need fancy equipment or a big budget to get started. With DeepSeek AI, you can save time, boost quality, and pick up new digital skills. It supports writing, research, customer support,…

Open-source AI is shifting, and you can see it in how widely Alibaba’s Qwen models are used worldwide. Developers flock to Qwen for speed, scale, and open access—the numbers really say it all. This growth didn’t just happen by accident. Open-source AI is moving faster than ever, and Qwen is right at the centre of that momentum. Alibaba’s Qwen AI has now hit over 700 million downloads on Hugging Face. That makes it the most widely used open-source AI model family anywhere, period. AIBase data and multiple outlets confirm Qwen’s lead, outpacing rivals from major US and Chinese companies.…

You’ve now got a new way to manage health questions inside ChatGPT. OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Health as a dedicated, secure space where you can explore health topics, connect wellness apps, and use your own data to get clearer, more personal answers. You can ask health questions with more context and less guesswork. ChatGPT Health helps you feel informed and prepared, but it doesn’t diagnose or replace medical experts. The experience centres on everyday health needs and clear explanations. You stay in control as the platform connects with selected health records and wellness tools. Strong privacy and security features shape how…

AI tools are spreading across Nigeria, popping up in startups, schools, and even public services. But the real driver behind this growth isn’t some fancy code; it’s the clear instructions, the prompts, that guide these tools to do practical work. Prompt engineering powers AI adoption in Nigeria by helping you get accurate, practical results from AI systems without excellent technical skills. When you shape the right prompts, you turn general AI tools into solutions for local needs. You can support learning, improve business tasks, analyse data, and automate routine work. This approach lowers the cost of entry and helps…

Three 15-year-olds from Santa Clara built a pair of low-cost wearable glasses that turn printed words into spoken audio. Their device uses a camera to capture text, software to extract the words, and tiny speakers in the frame to play the speech. They want to help people with visual impairment access books, receipts, and other printed material quickly and cheaply. The team zeroed in on accuracy and speed, which honestly makes sense if you’ve ever tried to use clunky assistive tech. Their prototype reads text with over 90% accuracy. It usually takes about 13 seconds from photo to audio, not…

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has once again demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence and technological leadership by becoming the first African university to host an OpenAI Academy. A landmark initiative that positions the institution at the heart of the continent’s artificial intelligence (AI) transformation. In October 2025, OpenAI, the organisation behind world-leading AI technologies such as ChatGPT formally selected UNILAG to establish the first African chapter of its global Academy during the university’s 5th International Week. The event, themed “Equitable Partnerships and The Future of AI in Africa, brought together scholars, innovators, policymakers and students, emphasising the vital role…