By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka
Senator Adeyemi Adaramodu has led the debate on a bill seeking to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI), Innovation and Communication Technology Solutions Centre in Omuo-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The bill, which was read for the first time on May 27, 2025, aims to promote research and innovation in AI, robotics, and data science, and to empower Nigerian youths to compete globally in the tech ecosystem.
According to Senator Adaramodu, the centre will serve as a national hub for research, development, and innovation in AI and communication technology, and will catalyze economic development in the South-West region and across the nation.
The bill’s objectives include promoting collaboration between government, industry, and academic institutions, building the capacity of young Nigerians to acquire digital and AI-based skills, and reducing dependence on imported technologies.
The senator emphasized that Nigeria cannot afford to lag behind in AI development, and that the bill provides the necessary legal framework to build capacity, coordinate innovation, and ensure that AI serves as a tool for national development.
The bill has been hailed as an important step towards securing Nigeria’s place in the global technological landscape, aligning with national goals of youth empowerment, job creation, and economic diversification.
