The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria has established an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Division. This division falls under the ICT Department. The announcement was made in a statement by National Commissioner Sam Olumekun.
The goal is to harness AI's positive aspects and mitigate its negative impacts on elections. The division will improve coordination and maximize technology investments. It will also enhance decision-making through data-driven insights.
INEC aims to strengthen electoral credibility through predictive analytics and automation. This initiative puts the commission at the forefront of institutionalizing AI capabilities. It's a step in reforming the electoral process.