Author: Ugochukwu Levi F

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is transforming industries worldwide, but it also poses significant risks. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting the technology to expand their operations, particularly in the cryptocurrency sector. Fraudsters now use AI tools to automate scams, create convincing fake identities, and manipulate digital financial systems on an unprecedented scale. From deepfake endorsements of crypto projects to AI-generated Fraudulent messaging emails and automated trading scams, the methods used by criminals continue to expand. These tactics are becoming more sophisticated and harder for ordinary users to detect. As digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum attract investors worldwide, cybersecurity…

Without surprise, the rise of Artificial Intelligence has driven progress across sectors, but in Nigeria, it has also enabled disinformation. Deepfakes, synthetic images, and manipulated videos are increasingly used to mislead the public, sway opinion, and erode trust in institutions. From elections to social issues and financial scams, AI-generated disinformation is posing serious challenges to national security, democratic processes, and societal cohesion. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to highlight these major AI-related disinformation incidents in Nigeria and draw key lessons to forestall future recurrence. Major AI-Generated Disinformation Incidents in Nigeria 1. Viral Deepfake of Political Figures (2025 Election Season…

A dispute between one of the world’s leading artificial intelligence developers and the U.S. military establishment escalated this week after the United States Department of Defence designated AI firm Anthropic as a “supply-chain risk.” The designation could restrict defence contractors from using the company’s technology on Pentagon-related projects, marking a rare confrontation between a major AI developer and the U.S. defence establishment. Anthropic strongly rejected the classification and said it is prepared to challenge the move legally. “We believe this designation is legally unsound and unsupported by evidence,” the company said in a statement, adding that it remains committed to…

The Federal Government has announced plans to establish six specialised research hubs in artificial intelligence, robotics and cybersecurity across tertiary institutions, in a move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity in emerging technologies and digital innovation. The initiative will be implemented through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), which said the centres will serve as advanced training and research platforms for students, academics and technology professionals. Speaking at the inauguration of an advisory committee in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of the fund, Sonny Echono, said the new centres would focus on critical areas, including artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, coding and…

The chief executive of OpenAI, Sam Altman, has acknowledged that the company cannot fully control how artificial intelligence technologies may ultimately be used by the United States Department of Defence, highlighting growing concerns about the role of AI in modern warfare and national security. Altman made the remarks while discussing the expanding use of artificial intelligence by governments and military institutions. He noted that once powerful AI technologies become widely available, companies that develop them have limited ability to dictate how state actors deploy them. “There are limits to what any company can control once technologies are in the world…

Kenya has taken a major step toward becoming a regional centre for artificial intelligence and cloud computing with the introduction of locally hosted GPU‑accelerated cloud infrastructure powered by NVIDIA technology. Companies at the forefront of this development say the new infrastructure will help bridge Africa’s longstanding digital compute gap, allowing organisations to run advanced AI workloads without relying solely on offshore cloud systems. One of the key milestones came in November 2025, when Atlancis Technologies, through its Servernah Cloud brand, unveiled East and Central Africa’s first GPU‑powered artificial intelligence (AI) factory at iXAfrica Data Centres in Nairobi. The facility —…

Leaders from the Smart Africa Alliance and tech firm MeetKai Inc. have announced a landmark collaboration to launch a five‑country sovereign AI pilot. The initiative aims to help African nations develop and govern their own artificial intelligence systems under national control. The program was unveiled at the Mobile World Congress 2026 (MWC 2026) in Barcelona, marking one of the most significant AI governance efforts at the event. The pilot will work with five African nations, which will be disclosed in the coming weeks, to establish national AI capabilities that maintain sovereign control over data, models, and deployment. Organisers said the…

The ability to generate human-like content-text, images, audio, and video-quickly and at scale is reshaping how we work, communicate, learn, and create. While this opens significant opportunities for productivity and creativity, the misuse of AI-generated content can distort facts, manipulate opinions, and erode trust. This topic, though seemingly straightforward, spans a wide range of issues, exploring its effects on the economy, education, governance, and society, and providing a clear, factual framework for responsible engagement What Is AI‑Generated Content? AI‑generated content is material created by artificial intelligence systems that learn patterns from large datasets. Once trained, these systems can produce text,…

Artificial intelligence is gaining dominance beyond digital tools such as chatbots into real-world industrial environments, including factories, logistics networks, and automated systems. Google is among the companies leading this transition by integrating advanced AI into robotics, manufacturing, and enterprise infrastructure. While much of the past decade focused on consumer AI technologies, the next phase of development is expected to occur within industrial operations such as warehouses and production plants. Through research, cloud computing, and advanced machine learning models, Google aims to bring intelligent automation to sectors that support the global economy, with implications for global industries. The Evolution of Industrial…

Wellness, Fitness and Aesthetic Surgery. (WelFAS) A Nigerian digital health company has launched an artificial intelligence‑powered wellness app aimed at helping Nigerians manage their health amid rising rates of overweight and obesity. The app combines fitness tracking, calorie analysis, AI-driven health insights, and access to certified healthcare professionals. It is designed to help users maintain healthy lifestyles, monitor their diet, and achieve personal fitness goals. “Our mission is to empower Nigerians to take control of their health every day, rather than waiting for illness to strike,” said Dr Ogbe Omoruyi, Medical Director at Cynosure Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and founder of…