A researcher, Dr Ibitomi Olusegun says Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be the quiet force behind productivity, innovation and addressing critical national challenges in the next decade.
He said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja.
“AI is predicted to add at least 15 billion dollars to Nigeria’s economy by 2030 and could increase GDP by 20 per cent.
“This growth is expected to create new job opportunities in fields like data science, machine learning, and AI ethics, while also improving efficiency in existing roles,’’ he said.
Olusegun said AI’s sector-specific influence next decade would be transformational.
According to him, in finance, the banking sector is already a leader in AI adoption, using it for customer experience, fraud detection, and personalised services.
He told NAN that AI-powered chatbots provide round the clock support and helps in payment processing and system optimisation.
He said in telecommunications, companies such as MTN leverage AI to enhance network performance, improve customer experience and optimise service delivery.
According to him, this leads to increased conversion rates and improved customer engagement.
“AI is being integrated into production methods for real-time tracking, predictive maintenance, and supply chain efficiency, as seen with Dangote Refinery.
“AI can also lead to a 40 per cent reduction in delivery delays and streamline warehouse operations, ” he said.
The expert said that in agriculture, AI-powered precision farming could also help in combating food insecurity by optimising crop yields and reducing post-harvest losses.
