AI for Nigeria’s Real Problems | Nigeria News

AI isn’t science fiction—it’s already reshaping research and society, and Nigeria’s brightest minds are stepping up to harness it responsibly. At Redeemer’s University’s postgraduate conference, Vice-Chancellor Professor Shadrach Akindele urged scholars to use AI not just for publications, but to solve real local problems like insecurity and energy crises. He called for ethical boundaries and cross-sector collaboration. Keynote speaker Professor Muyiwa Omobowale reinforced the need for locally tailored AI solutions, backed by quality data and public-private partnerships. Meanwhile, cybersecurity expert Grace Durotolu is pushing for an AI-driven national security policy, arguing that outdated methods can’t handle today’s digital threats—and AI could dramatically improve threat detection. The message? Innovation must be purposeful, inclusive, and rooted in Nigeria’s urgent needs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6304f52494e70ac4