Nigerian Senate Advances Bill for AI Innovation Centre in Ekiti State

The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill for the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Innovation Centre in Omuo-Ekiti, Ekiti State. Led by Senator Adeyemi Adaramodu (Ekiti South), the initiative seeks to drive research, innovation, and development in AI, robotics, data science, and related technologies.

The Centre aims to collaborate with government, academia, and the private sector to equip young Nigerians with digital and AI-based skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Despite challenges such as funding shortages, Nigeria is making strides in deploying AI initiatives, with the Centre reinforcing the country's position as a regional hub for AI development.