Nigeria set to launch a uni dedicated to AI

Sun Jan 19 22:0:22 EST 2025

Nigeria is set to launch Africa’s first dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) university, Wini Institution, in Epe, Lagos. This ambitious project aims to equip young Nigerians with cutting-edge AI skills, fostering a thriving tech ecosystem and positioning Nigeria as a global leader in AI innovation. Inspired by a similar institution in Qatar, Wini University has received approval from the Nigerian government and plans to offer programs in AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and machine learning. By training top-tier AI talent, the university seeks to transform African education and drive economic growth, with the ultimate goal of turning Lagos into “Africa’s Silicon Valley.”