The American Center for Artificial Intelligence has called for the deployment of responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) to promote economic growth and development of the country.
Olusola Amusan, Director (ACAi) made the disclosure in Abuja on Saturday during the Annual lecture and Investiture with the theme: “Responsible AI: Charting a Path for Ethical and Inclusive Innovation.”
He said this year’s theme reflects a mission that resonates deeply in era of technological advancement, with a mission to align Innovation with the values that define humanity.
“Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant concept; it is interwoven into the fabric bric of our lives, influencing industries, economies, and societies worldwide.
“However, with this immense potential comes the profound responsibility to ensure Al systems are ethical, transparent, and equitable. This summit is more than a platform for discussion It is a call to action. Through the insights of our distinguished speakers and the collaborations we foster here, we aim to inspire solutions that address real-world challenges while safeguarding the ethical integrity of Al development,” he explained
He added that the investiture of new members into the American Center for Artificial Intelligence Fellowship is targeted at growing network of visionarnes committed to steering Al’s future responsibly.
Also speaking, another digital equity and tech leader, Emmanuel Asika stated that responsible AI should be designed in a way that it includes all gender and all facets of human endeavours
He added that “It should also be accountable and transparent and devoid of anything that will lead to data privacy breach.”
Meanwhile, Zareefa Mustapha, who represented the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) said the Agencg is developing a National AI strategy which is a working document to ensure it’s ethical use.
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