Author: Ugochukwu Levi F

Nigerians are embracing artificial intelligence at a pace that significantly outstrips the rest of the world, according to a new report released by Google in partnership with global research firm Ipsos. The report, Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the Hands of More People, reveals that 93 per cent of Nigerians use AI tools to learn or understand complex topics, a figure well above the global average of approximately 74 per cent. The findings position Nigeria among the world’s most active adopters of artificial intelligence technologies. Beyond learning, the study shows widespread practical use of AI across daily life and…

From 2026, the United Kingdom is set to begin real-world trials of self-driving vehicles on public roads, marking a major step in the country’s transport and artificial intelligence strategy. Enabled by new legislation, these trials are expected to focus on autonomous taxi and shuttle services, rather than privately owned driverless cars. While the move positions the UK as a European frontrunner in autonomous mobility, the transition also raises significant technical, legal, and social challenges that could shape how quickly and safely the technology scales. What the 2026 Trials Will Look Like: The 2026 rollout is not a blanket approval for driverless cars across…

The global technology ecosystem was jolted in early 2026 by reports that Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence models would power Apple’s AI features, including Siri. Given the long-standing rivalry between Apple and Google, the news immediately sparked speculation, concern and, in some quarters, outright misinformation. Is Google really taking over Siri? Has Apple abandoned its long-held tradition of building core technologies in-house? And what does this partnership mean for users, privacy, and the future of artificial intelligence? This article separates fact from myth, providing a clear and authoritative explanation of what is actually happening. The Facts: What Has Been Officially Confirmed…

During Meta’s Q4 2025 earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg made a striking prediction about the long-term role of smart glasses in everyday life. He argued that it’s increasingly difficult to picture the future without them-a statement reflecting Meta’s strategic shift and broader tech industry trends. A Strategic Pivot from the Metaverse to AI Wearables Zuckerberg’s remarks come as Meta transitions away from its costly gamble on the metaverse – a pivot that has seen massive spending and restructuring within Meta’s Reality Labs division. While virtual reality initiatives have struggled to gain commercial traction, AI-powered smart glasses have emerged as one…

Artificial intelligence was sold to the world as a tool of progress-a marvel to transform economies, medicine, transport, governance. But in Nigeria today, it is increasingly being used as a weapon of deception, fraud, and manipulation. This isn’t futuristic fear-mongering. It is a real, documented crisis playing out on our phones, social feeds, and corporate accounts and the cost is already enormous. Look at the headlines: AI-driven scams are not hypothetical. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally warned Nigerians about fraudulent trading platforms using deepfake celebrity endorsements and AI-generated content to lure investors with promises of unrealistic…

African countries are emerging as unexpected leaders in global artificial intelligence (AI) workforce readiness, according to recent industry and policy assessments, signalling a shift in how the continent is positioning itself in the global AI economy. While national AI readiness across Africa remains uneven, new data show that African organisations are outperforming their global peers in one critical area: preparing employees to use AI tools effectively. The findings suggest that, despite infrastructure and talent constraints, momentum in workforce training and adoption is gaining pace across the continent. Africa Leads in Workforce AI Upskilling A recent global survey published in the…

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, Comrade Akeem Abas, has said that artificial intelligence (AI) will only replace journalists who refuse to upgrade their skills and adapt to emerging technologies in the media industry. Abas made the remark while addressing journalists during a training session on the use of artificial intelligence and digital tools for modern journalism. He stressed that AI should be viewed as an enabler rather than a threat to the profession. The statement was made recently in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, during a capacity-building programme organised to expose journalists to…

The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to collaborate with the private sector as it seeks to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across governance, service delivery and the wider digital economy. State officials made the case for deeper public–private collaboration at a recent technology-focused forum, stressing that AI adoption at scale would require expertise, investment and innovation largely driven by private enterprises. According to the government, partnerships with technology firms, startups and research institutions are critical to embedding AI into public administration while maintaining efficiency, transparency and data security. Lagos, Nigeria’s economic hub, has positioned itself as a…

In the rapidly evolving global landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), nations worldwide are striving to harness the transformative power of this technology, not only to accelerate economic growth but also to redefine societal progress. Africa, with its burgeoning demographic dividend and restless youth population, stands at a critical juncture in this race. Among African nations, Nigeria has emerged as a key contender, signalling ambition that stretches far beyond GDP metrics or startup counts, into the realms of national strategy, education reform, and inclusive innovation. Global AI Context: Competition, Collaboration, and Opportunity Artificial intelligence is now widely recognised as one of…

Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant or abstract concept. It is already embedded in how we work, communicate, shop, learn and even relax. From the workplace to our personal devices, AI is quietly redefining everyday life, reshaping productivity, social interaction and decision-making. Understanding how to work with AI — and live responsibly alongside it — has become one of the most important skills of the modern age. Working With AI: A New Way of Doing Jobs In today’s workplace, AI is less about replacing humans and more about reshaping how work gets done. Across sectors such as finance, media,…