Sanusi Calls for Nigeria's AI Strategy at COPSUN Conference

On Tuesday, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, called for Nigeria to urgently develop a comprehensive national strategy and policy framework to effectively harness emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), for sustainable national development. He made this statement while speaking at the 8th biennial conference of the Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities in Nigeria (COPSUN), held in Kano.

The conference's theme was "Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence." Sanusi highlighted the importance of Nigeria positioning itself strategically to remain relevant in the rapidly evolving global technological landscape, warning that the absence of a clear roadmap could leave the country behind in the digital age. He noted that countries like Ghana have already begun implementing robust AI strategies focused on youth development and economic advancement.

Earlier, Ayodeji Omol, the chairman of COPSUN, underscored the need for collaboration among stakeholders to address challenges faced by state-owned universities. Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and Chief of Staff Suleiman Wali Sani reaffirmed the state government's commitment to investing in education and digital innovation.