The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, stated that the university has trained 21 students in Artificial Intelligence as part of its commitment to promoting education and innovation.
In a statement signed by the Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr Kunle Akogun, and released in Ilorin on Sunday, Egbewole revealed that plans are underway to finance an additional 500 students for AI training.
He stated that the course was designed to encourage participants to gain and enhance necessary abilities in the investigation and deployment of AI for innovation and future career advancement.
The Vice-Chancellor stated that the university has led the way in encouraging excellence in education and community development.
He explained that the university is now implementing a SMART Agenda, which emphasizes the use of technology to improve teaching, learning, and research.
“We have made considerable progress in the field of artificial intelligence and have invested considerably in digital infrastructure, including a cutting-edge data center and a robust network that facilitates online learning.”
“With plans to establish a Centre for Artificial Intelligence already in advanced stage, the Centre for Cybersecurity and COMSIT are currently coordinating the AI endeavours of the University,” stated Mr. Smith.
Speaking about the theme of the 2025 International Day of Education, “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” Egbewole hailed it as timely and relevant to the university’s AI growth.
Egbewole stated that the university recognises the crucial role education plays in training future leaders to navigate the changing landscape, and that “our commitment is to equip our students with the knowledge and skills needed to harness the potentials of AI for societal progress.”
He went on to say, “The trainings were designed to encourage beneficiaries to acquire and expand necessary skills in the exploration and deployment of Artificial Intelligence for innovations and future career advancement.”
“We have made considerable progress in the field of artificial intelligence and have invested considerably in digital infrastructure, including a cutting-edge data center and a robust network that facilitates online learning. With plans to construct a Centre for Artificial Intelligence already underway, the Centre for Cybersecurity and COMSIT is now coordinating the University’s AI efforts.”