UNILAG Hosts UNDP Public Lecture & Ground-Breaking Ceremony for UNIPOD

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is gearing up to host a significant event featuring a public lecture by Ms. Ahunna Eziakonwa, the Regional Director (Africa) and Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Scheduled for Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 10:00 am, the lecture will take place at the Senate Chamber, Second Floor, Senate House, UNILAG.

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Ms. Eziakonwa’s lecture aims to explore Nigeria’s potential as a leading economic powerhouse in Africa, driving growth, innovation, and prosperity across the continent. Her visit to UNILAG is part of a broader weeklong official mission to Nigeria, highlighting the UNDP’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and economic advancement in the region.

In addition to the public lecture, Ms. Eziakonwa will officiate the ground-breaking ceremony for UNILAG’s new initiative, the UNIPOD (UNILAG Policy and Development Hub). This hub, themed around Artificial Intelligence (AI), underscores UNILAG’s dedication to advancing cutting-edge research and technological innovation.

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The establishment of UNIPOD represents a strategic initiative aimed at harnessing AI’s transformative potential to address societal challenges and drive socio-economic development in Nigeria and beyond. It aligns with UNILAG’s mission to lead in research, education, and community engagement while fostering collaborations that propel Nigeria towards sustainable growth and global competitiveness.

Faculty, students, researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders are expected to attend the event, engaging in discussions that explore AI’s role in shaping the future of governance, policy formulation, and economic strategy in Africa.

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