Sowore urges Nigeria to embrace AI and tech revolution
Omoyele Sowore, former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, has called on Nigeria to urgently embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution. He warned that missing out on this wave of technological transformation could leave the country further behind. Sowore criticised past leadership for failing to take advantage of previous industrial revolutions, leading to technological dependence. He emphasised the need for visionary leadership that prioritises science, technology, and innovation.
What we know
- Omoyele Sowore highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence, robotics, and other emerging technologies for Nigeria’s development.
- He stated that Nigeria missed previous industrial revolutions due to poor leadership and lack of investment in education and technology.
- Sowore called for governance reforms and greater investment in science, technology, and human capital.
- He warned that failing to embrace the current technological revolution would negatively impact Nigeria’s future.
- Sowore urged the country to prioritise innovation to avoid repeating past mistakes.
