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The Nigerian government<\/strong>, in partnership with Google<\/strong> and Apolitical<\/strong>, has launched the AI Government Campus<\/strong>, a new initiative aimed at training civil servants in artificial intelligence (AI)<\/strong> to enhance public sector efficiency and digital governance, Techpoint Africa<\/strong> reports.<\/p>\n The program provides structured online courses<\/strong> covering AI fundamentals, ethics, and real-world applications<\/strong> within government systems, complete with assessments to measure progress and ensure accountability.<\/p>\n Speaking at the official launch in Abuja<\/strong>, Bosun Tijani<\/strong>, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, underscored the federal government\u2019s goal of embedding AI capabilities directly into the civil service.<\/p>\n \u201cWe see artificial intelligence as a major driver of productivity across our key sectors,\u201d Tijani said. \u201cWe are putting resources into ensuring AI becomes native to our civil service \u2014 to accelerate the time we spend on processes and deliver better outcomes for citizens.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The initiative forms part of Nigeria\u2019s broader AI strategy for governance<\/strong>, which seeks to modernize public administration through automation, data analytics, and digital innovation.<\/p>\n Adewolu Adene<\/strong>, Google\u2019s Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager for West Africa, emphasized the company\u2019s contribution to building digital skills within the public sector.<\/p>\n \u201cBy working hand-in-hand with public sector leaders, we\u2019re not only providing technical tools but sharing knowledge that helps them build smarter, more inclusive governance,\u201d Adene noted.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Google\u2019s support for the AI Government Campus builds on its growing investment in AI education and research across Africa<\/strong>. The tech giant has committed \u20a62.8 billion<\/strong> to AI talent development in Nigeria, funding initiatives such as:<\/p>\n According to Chris Ferguson<\/strong>, Vice President at Apolitical<\/strong>, the platform co-leading the initiative, the AI Government Campus will equip public officials at all levels<\/strong>\u2014from senior policymakers to mid-level administrators\u2014with the skills needed to integrate AI into governance.<\/p>\n \u201cThe program is designed to empower decision-makers to identify opportunities for AI across ministries and agencies,\u201d Ferguson explained. \u201cIt\u2019s about giving civil servants the practical knowledge to apply AI responsibly and effectively.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The training emphasizes ethical frameworks<\/strong>, data privacy<\/strong>, and responsible deployment<\/strong> of AI to ensure technology strengthens, rather than replaces, human judgment in public decision-making.<\/p>\n The AI Government Campus aligns with Nigeria\u2019s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy<\/strong> and complements efforts by the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy<\/strong> to build a digitally fluent civil service<\/strong> capable of driving innovation.<\/p>\n By combining technical training, policy guidance, and practical implementation tools<\/strong>, the initiative is expected to enhance service delivery<\/strong>, data-driven decision-making<\/strong>, and citizen engagement<\/strong> across government institutions.<\/p>\n \u201cThis marks a new chapter for Nigeria\u2019s public sector,\u201d Tijani said. \u201cWe are not only preparing for the future \u2014 we are creating it.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n With ongoing collaborations between government, academia, and the private sector<\/strong>, Nigeria continues to position itself as a regional leader in AI adoption and digital governance reform<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n
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\nEmpowering Public Sector Transformation<\/h3>\n
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\nBuilding a Digitally Ready Civil Service<\/h3>\n
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