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- 16 Jan 2017
Microsoft Acquires Maluuba, Startup Focused On General Artificial Intelligence
Friday, Microsoft announced it has acquired Maluuba, a research-oriented startup focusing on deep learning, a type of artificial intelligence (AI). As part of the deal, one of Maluuba’s advisors,…
- 30 Jan 2023
The Onslaught of Artificial Intelligence (AI) part 1
By Evans Woherem, Ph.D As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, it is expected to have a significant impact on how we live and work. The integration of AI is a complex issue that requires…
- 12 Feb 2024
NITDA Pledges Support for Startups, Artificial Intelligence
Inuwa Kashifu Abdullahi, director general, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has pledged the government’s continued commitment to supporting startups in the country with…
- 21 Apr 2024
ABoICT Lecture 2024 to Focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) In A Digital Economy
This year’s Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership lecture will focus on the role of artificial intelligence in a digital economy with the theme: “Artificial Intelligence (AI): The Good, The…
- 29 Sept 2021
DG NITDA Urges Young Lawyers to Use Artificial Intelligence in Legal Services
Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director general of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has implored legal practitioners, particularly upcoming lawyers to adopt Artificial…
- 28 Nov 2021
Artificial Intelligence Will Speed Up Judicial Proceedings – Pantami
Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami), Minister for Communications and Digital Economy, has said that embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other innovative technologies will facilitate a timely…
- 8 Mar 2023
FG Formulates National Policy on Artificial Intelligence, Commends Volunteer Expert Group
Owing to the immense potentials of Artificial Intelligence in revolutionizing technology and innovation, the Nigerian Government through National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA),…
- 4 Jun 2026
FG Seeks Inclusive, Human-centred Artificial Intelligence Policies
The Federal Government has called for the development of inclusive and human-centred artificial intelligence policies that protect workers’ rights and prevent job losses while harnessing the…
- 3 Sept 2020
NITDA to Establish Centre For Artificial Intelligence, Robotics
In order to achieve a robust digital economy the National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA) is set to establish a Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. Mallam Kashifu…
- 10 Jan 2024
AI in Nigeria hosts artificial intelligence summit in Lagos
AI in Nigeria is thrilled to announce its groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) conference and hackathon, InnovateAI Lagos 2024. InnovateAI Lagos 2024, which is set to be a pivotal event in the…
- 26 Nov 2021
Unesco Member States Adopt Global Artificial Intelligence Ethics
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) member states have adopted the first global agreement on the ethics of artificial intelligence (AI). The endorsement…
- 27 Jun 2019
African ICT Foundation Calls for Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in the Continent’s Healthcare Challenges
The African ICT Foundation (AFICTF) has advocated that artificial learning and machine language will change the future by improving treatment design, fine tuning diagnosis and improving accuracy and…
- 18 Dec 2020
Sophos Unveils 4 New Open Artificial Intelligence Developments
Sophos, a global leader in next-generation cybersecurity, has announced four new open Artificial Intelligence (AI) developments to help broaden and sharpen the industry’s defenses against…
- 23 Dec 2024
How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Business Plans for Entrepreneurs
In today's fast-paced business world, writing a comprehensive business plan can feel overwhelming for entrepreneurs. However, with the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this process is…
- 24 Mar 2026
AU Sees AI Adoption Evolving to Boost Economic Growth in Africa
Africa’s financial services sector is entering a new era of artificial general intelligence (AGI), as the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) on the continent evolves to boost economic growth.…
- 1 Dec 2016
Facebook Developing Artificial Intelligence to Flag Offensive Live Videos
Joaquin Candela, director of applied machine learning, Facebook, said the company is working on automatically flagging offensive material in live video streams, building on a growing effort to use…
- 8 Aug 2025
Artificial Intelligence: The Indispensable Catalyst for Nigeria's Agricultural Revolution
By Diana Tenebe, Chief Operating Officer, Foodstuff Store Nigeria's agricultural sector, a cornerstone of its economy, faces a critical crossroads. While employing a staggering 40% of the population…
- Telecom1 Sept 2026
Over 2,000 Attend 2026 ACAI Summit in Ile-Ife as Experts Seek More AI Investment
More than 2,000 students, researchers, technology professionals, entrepreneurs, academics and technology enthusiasts attended the 2026 American Center for Artificial Intelligence (ACAI) Summit at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Thursday.
- 15 Nov 2019
DSN Summit 2019 to Unveil First AI Book for Nigerian Elementary Schools
In furtherance of its vision to democratize Artificial Intelligence (AI) and position Nigeria as a future global powerhouse in the fourth industrial revolution, Olubayo Adekanmbi, convener of Data…
- 4 Aug 2026
NITDA Reaffirms AI Commitment, Launches MSME Training
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to building an inclusive, innovation-driven artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, with…
- 18 Nov 2020
AI, Robotics Key to 4th Industrial Revolution - DG NITDA
Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director general, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has reiterated that emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Robotics…
- 17 Apr 2026
NITDA Urges Youths to Build Nigeria’s AI Future Now
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has urged young Nigerians to take the lead in developing home-grown artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to address the country’s…
- 8 Dec 2023
Inuwa, NITDA DG, Seeks AI to Increase Productivity in Critical Sectors of the Economy
Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has reiterated the need to explore and use AI in bolstering productivity in critical…
- 10 Dec 2023
NITDA Defends N225m Investment on AI Research
Dr Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director-general, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has said that the rationale behind the release of 225 million naira by the Federal Government…
- 14 Oct 2021
Technology Vital Tool to Combating Insecurity – DG NITDA
With the advent of artificial intelligence, automated vehicles and drones amongst many other hi-tech innovations in fighting war, Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director general, National…
- 15 Jan 2018
Nigeria in 2018: Emerging Tech, Cybersecurity Growths; Increased Investments in Startups & ICT– Mike Oljide
Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Advanced Machine Learning (AML), Cloud Computing (CC), Cybersecurity, Block-chain & Bitcoin and Enterprise Mobility are technologies…
- 19 Feb 2024
DG NITDA Advocates for AI Integration in Nigeria’s Security Sector
Kashifu Inuwa, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), emphasized the potential for increased efficiency and effectiveness in Nigeria's security sector…
- 20 Aug 2025
TD Africa Secures AI ISO Certifications
TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading technology distributor, has once again raised the bar for the continent’s digital transformation journey by attaining the ISO 42001 (Artificial Intelligence…
- 10 Oct 2024
Inuwa, DG NITDA Cautions on AI as Nigeria Seeks Inclusive Global Governance
Dr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General/CEO of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has emphasized on the dual nature of artificial intelligence (AI) as both an…
- 27 Jun 2024
Digital supply chains to transform small-scale farming in Nigeria
Kashifu Inuwa, Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has emphasised the transformative potential of advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI),…