Author: Joseph Michael

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, economies and societies, a growing debate has emerged around a critical question: who gets to build the technologies that will influence the future? A new partnership between the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) and Cardiff Metropolitan University is positioning itself at the centre of that conversation through an initiative designed to strengthen women’s participation and leadership in human-centred artificial intelligence. The collaboration comes at a time when concerns about gender imbalance in technology and AI development are attracting increasing global attention. While artificial intelligence is often presented as a transformative force capable…

The Cross River State Government has rolled out an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered surveillance system as part of efforts to strengthen security, improve public safety, and enhance monitoring of flood-related risks across the state. The technology-driven initiative is aimed at supporting security agencies with improved surveillance capabilities while providing authorities with better tools to respond to emerging threats and emergencies. Read: Nigeria Expands Use of AI in Security and Surveillance According to reports, the AI-powered system will assist in monitoring public spaces, identifying potential security concerns, and improving the speed of response to incidents. The initiative forms part of the state…

For students around the world, AI is creating new opportunities to develop skills, explore ideas and participate in the technologies shaping the future. The OpenAI Student Collective is designed to bring students together around artificial intelligence by providing a platform where they can engage with AI, share ideas, learn from one another and explore how emerging technologies can support creativity, research and innovation. So, as AI becomes increasingly important across industries, students who understand how to use these tools responsibly and effectively will be better positioned to contribute to the future workforce and create solutions to real-world challenges. What Is…

The Louis Awode Foundation has launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) essay contest to inspire secondary school students in Ogun State to explore the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging technologies. The initiative forms part of the foundation’s broader efforts to promote digital literacy, critical thinking and innovation among young people, while encouraging students to engage with conversations shaping the future of education, business and society. The competition provides a platform for students to express their understanding of artificial intelligence through writing, offering them an opportunity to examine how technology is transforming industries and creating new possibilities for economic and social…

Kimi AI is part of a new wave of artificial intelligence tools that are changing how people learn, work, and organise information through natural language interaction. For Nigerian students, that matters because the education sector now depends more on fast research, digital study habits, and clear communication. Kimi AI is built to simplify complex information, support productivity, and encourage responsible use. If you want a tool that helps you study smarter without making learning feel harder, Kimi AI is worth understanding. Key Highlights Kimi AI is a flexible AI tool that supports Nigerian students with academic research, summaries, and structured…

Nigeria and the African Union (AU) have reinforced their commitment to regional security, economic development and artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation following a series of high-level meetings held on the sidelines of the 49th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union in Addis Ababa. The discussions, led by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, focused on security challenges in West Africa and the Sahel, peace support operations, economic transformation, youth development and the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping Africa’s future. Odumegwu-Ojukwu met separately with AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Dr…

Kimi K2: What’s all the fuss, and what’s it like to use? Kimi K2 is an advanced AI platform that streamlines tasks and enhances productivity. Users praise its intuitive interface and powerful features, making it ideal for businesses seeking efficiency. The buzz stems from its ability to adapt to various workflows, offering personalised solutions that resonate with diverse user needs. Kimi AI is gaining attention because it brings practical artificial intelligence into everyday work. If you are a student, researcher, developer, or office professional in Nigeria, you may want an AI tool that can do more than answer simple questions.…

TikTok removed more than 4.8 million videos in Nigeria during the first quarter of 2026 for violating its Community Guidelines, according to the platform’s latest enforcement report. The figure highlights a growing challenge for creators: producing content that attracts viewers while still meeting TikTok’s safety and authenticity requirements. As artificial intelligence tools make it easier for anyone to create realistic videos, animations, voiceovers and digital characters, more creators are turning to AI to increase their content output. However, using AI incorrectly can increase the risk of videos being flagged, restricted or removed. For Nigerian creators, the solution is not to…

Omoyele Sowore has unveiled key elements of his proposed 2027 presidential manifesto, outlining a technology-driven governance model that places artificial intelligence, blockchain, and automation at the centre of efforts to combat corruption and improve public-sector efficiency. The former presidential candidate said his vision for Nigeria’s future government would rely heavily on emerging technologies to increase transparency, strengthen accountability and reduce opportunities for abuse within public institutions. Announcing aspects of the manifesto through his Facebook account, Sowore declared that, “The future of governance is technology, not patronage,” signalling a departure from traditional approaches to public administration. Related: Commonwealth Conference Champions AI-Driven…

Nigeria has unveiled the ATLAS Network, a new continental artificial intelligence initiative designed to accelerate the development of AI systems that better reflect Africa’s languages, cultures and knowledge systems. The initiative was announced on Thursday by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, during the opening of the Seventh Ordinary Session of the Conference of Plenipotentiaries of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) in Abuja. According to Tijani, the ATLAS Network expands Nigeria’s existing N-ATLAS project, described by the government as Africa’s first government-backed open-source large language model, into a broader continental framework that will bring together…