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Practical Artificial Intelligence Development Foundation

Welcome to the Practical Artificial Intelligence Development Foundation (PAIDeF) also known as Nigerian Foundation for Artificial Intelligence (NFAI), a community dedicated to driving innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Nigeria's development.

PAIDeF is an interest group of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS).

Our goal is to harness the power of AI to transform Nigeria's future, driving economic growth, social progress, and good governance.

 

Our Mission & Vision Statements

Our mission is to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence to transform Nigeria's future, driving economic growth, social progress and good governance. We aim to achieve this by:

  • - Driving innovation in AI for Nigeria's development
  • - Fostering collaboration between industry, academia and government
  • - Developing AI talent and expertise in Nigeria
  • - Promoting AI adoption in key sectors (agriculture, health, aviation, renewable energy, military, police, transportation)
  • - Using AI for social good (good governance, transparency, accountability)

 

Our vision is to make Nigeria a hub for AI innovation, creating a better future for all Nigerians through the responsible use of AI. We envision a future where AI drives:

  • - Economic growth and prosperity
  • - Social progress and inclusion
  • - Good governance and transparency
  • - Innovation and entrepreneurship
  • - Sustainable development and environmental stewardship

 

What We Do

  • - Promote AI research and development
  • - Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • - Support AI-powered solutions for societal impact
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PAIDeF

Practical Artificial Intelligence Development Foundation

Aims and Objectives

The Association shall be a non-profit, non-governmental self-regulating body:

Aims

The Association shall aim to broadly foster the growth and evolution of Artificial Intelligence disciplines and vocations across Nigeria. The association aspires to in still professional accountability among its members and motivate them to advocate for the sensible and responsible application of Artificial Intelligence, ultimately contributing to the welfare of all Nigerians.

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PAIDeF

Practical Artificial Intelligence Development Foundation

Objectives

Among the objectives of the Association is to endorse Artificial Intelligence initiatives that are crucial to the public sector, beneficial to the community at large and the profession itself, and to bestow significant professional benefits and privileges.

The principal objectives of the Association are to:
  1. i.  Constantly engages governments, industries, military, other agencies and the general public on the need to develop Artificial Intelligence practices in Nigeria.
  2. ii.  Promote awareness, education, research, training and use of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria.
  3. iii.  Promote the interchange of information about the science and arts of Artificial Intelligence practice in Nigeria.
  4. iv.  Advice members, government agencies, authorities and the general public on the application of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria.
  5. v.  Spearhead the development of Artificial Intelligence programme and policies in Nigeria.
  6. vi.  Provide advocacy and sensitization in the area of Artificial Intelligence.
  7. vii.  Encourage integrity/ethics, develop competence of members and encourage integrity among members who are engaged in the practice of Artificial Intelligence.
  8. viii.  Actively encourage research in Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria.
  9. ix.  Constantly evolve strategies for relating Artificial Intelligence awareness and enlightenment in Nigeria.
  10. x.  Promote and protect the interests of members of the Association professionally.
  11. xi.  Build global affiliation, cooperate with similar professional organizations throughout the world and receive, render or reciprocate such services as are beneficial to and consistent with the objectives of the Association.
  12. xii.  Position the Association as the sole representative of members of the Artificial Intelligence Profession in all negotiations and consultations with governments and their agencies on matters of policy affecting the conduct and practice of Artificial Intelligence professionals in Nigeria.
  13. xiii.  Collaborate with relevant governments, institutions and organization in proffering solutions to the issues of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria.
  14. xiv.  Collaborate with relevant government agencies and other organizations to develop and implement capacity and skills programmes geared towards developing embedded skills and knowledge for Artificial Intelligence practitioners.
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