Nigeria Customs Service to Use AI Against Fake News
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced its intention to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools to track fake news and online scams. This initiative was disclosed by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, during the 2026 Nigerian Council of the Institute of Public Relations (NECCIPR) Roundtable in Abuja, where he was represented by Deputy Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada.
Adeniyi emphasized that the new strategy would involve monitoring online information, verifying facts, and responding to misleading claims that could harm the agency's reputation. He noted the significance of AI in the agency's operations, particularly in risk management and communication, stating that AI has been utilized for assessing imported goods and determining their risk levels.
Furthermore, he mentioned that the NCS is leveraging digital platforms to enhance cooperation with relevant agencies to identify and apprehend individuals spreading false information.
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