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UK-based AI researcher develops vision transformer system to detect early Alzheimer’s from brain scans
4+ hour, 14+ min ago (458+ words) March 27, 2026 by The Nation A UK-based artificial intelligence researcher, Bassey Riman, has developed a machine learning system that could help improve early detection of Alzheimer's disease by analysing brain MRI scans. Bassey Riman, an AI engineer and recent MSc Artificial…...
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Dons, researchers, others for confab
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (175+ words) March 25, 2026 by The Nation A statement by Lead Facilitator, Prof. Akin'Ogunsakin, said the conference will' leverage STEM, research, and digital tools for growth, while fostering a sustainable, secure, and smart economy by promoting innovation, industrialisation, and evidence-based policy implementation. The…...
Neuro-AI to revolutionise mental health treatment within a decade - Neurologist declares
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (388+ words) March 22, 2026 by The Nation From Justina Asishana, Minna Artificial Intelligence is set to completely revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of mental health and neurodegenerative diseases within the next five to ten years, a leading neuroscience expert, Professor Barnabas Danborno has…...
‘Capacity to support digital services, AI, others low’
1+ week, 4+ day ago (626+ words) March 16, 2026 by Lucas Ajanaku "Today, Africa stands at another important moment. Demand for connectivity, cloud infrastructure, data centers, and enterprise digital services is rising rapidly across the continent. Fiber networks are expanding. "Data centers are being built. Cloud platforms are…...
‘Why human photographers matter in AI’
1+ week, 5+ day ago (106+ words) March 15, 2026 by Adeola Ogunlade "AI can replicate patterns and enhance images," he notes, "but it cannot genuinely interpret human emotion or lived experience." "These nuances are not technical elements. They are human realities," he says. From corporate assignments to private…...
From recycled PET bottles to AI animation hub
2+ week, 3+ day ago (459+ words) March 10, 2026 by Ozolua Uhakheme, Assistant Editor (Arts) Despite the environmental challenges inherent in their community, Ijora Badia, one of the slum communities in Lagos state, some teenagers have defied the odds to be part of history-a new chapter in global…...
TETFund to establish six new centres of excellence in AI, robotics, cybersecurity
3+ week, 2+ day ago (400+ words) March 4, 2026 by Frank Ikpefan, Abuja With the proposed additions, the total number of TETFund-supported Centres of Excellence nationwide will increase from 30 to 36, further strengthening Nigeria's capacity in cutting-edge technology and innovation. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this in…...
Africa’s leaders unite for innovation, sustainability
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (441+ words) November 17, 2025 by Collins Nweze | Assistant Business Editor Africa's innovation and technology leaders will converge on the Shehu Musa Yar'Adua Centre, Abuja, on November 25 for the InnTech Summit 2025, a high-level gathering designed to shape the continent's future around AI, the digital…...
Tech and innovation: Participation is useful, ownership is powerful
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (643+ words) February 26, 2026 by Our Reporter Welcome to Enugu " a state that has always stood at the intersection of history from Nigeria's colonial era. This is not just another tech conference. It is a reinforcement of intent. "When we gathered here last…...