NGMicrosoft has encouraged Nigeria to shift its focus from AI policy development to implementing the technology to achieve concrete results for government, industry, and society. The advice came during the AI Summit Nigeria, organized by Microsoft in partnership with NITDA and MTN. The event aimed to explore methods for expanding responsible AI adoption. Microsoft's Director of Government Affairs for West Africa, Mrs. Nonye Ujam, highlighted Nigeria's progress in AI through initiatives like the National AI Strategy and data governance frameworks. She emphasized the need for robust systems, clear
Bias read (Center): The article presents Microsoft's recommendations and statements from their representative without overtly favoring any political side. It focuses on technical and strategic discussions around AI implementation rather than making value judgments or taking a stance on political issues.
Official sources cited
- organisation AI Summit Nigeria
- government National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
- organisation MTN