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Former Nigerian President warns on AI dangers, urges local capacity

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has cautioned against the unchecked development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). He urged Nigeria to develop its own capabilities in AI to tackle local issues effectively. Obasanjo emphasized the need for the nation to be prepared for the potential risks and benefits of AI. AI

IMPACT Highlights the need for national AI strategy and capacity building to address local challenges and mitigate risks.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a former head of state on AI risks and national strategy.

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