Onuoha Advocates AI Policies for 2027 Election Integrity

Archbishop Sunday Onuoha, President of Vision Africa and former special assistant to ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo on privatisation, called on media organizations to adopt clear artificial intelligence policies and establish election verification desks in preparation for the 2027 general elections. Speaking through Bishop Frederick Onoja at the launch of "Digital Shift in Nigeria’s Newspaper Industry" in Abuja, Onuoha stressed the importance of specialized training for political reporters to combat misinformation and electoral disinformation.

He recommended that newsrooms develop AI policies, collaborate with credible fact-checking bodies, and train reporters in various areas including electoral law and digital investigations. Onuoha also advocated for the separation of advertising and editorial departments, proper labeling of sponsored content, and prompt correction policies.

He urged journalists to focus on substantive election issues such as jobs, education, and healthcare, rather than personalities. Dr Sunday Isuwa, the group news editor of Leadership Newspapers, echoed the need for accuracy and ethical practices in journalism.