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Google Invests $70 Million in AI Talent Development in Nigeria

Google Invests $70 Million in AI Talent Development in Nigeria

Google has announced a N2.8 billion grant to support Nigeria's AI development, aiming to boost the country's talent pool in artificial intelligence.

Google has launched a significant investment to support Nigeria's AI development, committing N2.8 billion (approximately $6.5 million USD) as a grant to bolster the country's talent pool in artificial intelligence. This initiative is aimed at enhancing AI capabilities and fostering innovation in Nigeria, with the potential to drive economic growth and competitiveness. The grant will provide crucial support for the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, which is tasked with overseeing the development and implementation of AI policies and initiatives. By investing in Nigerian AI talent, Google seeks to contribute to the country's emergence as a hub for technological innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa.

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