Lagos Set to Unveil Nigeria’s First AI Guidelines in Coming Weeks – Alake

The Lagos State Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Olatunbosun Alake, has announced that the Lagos State Government will release Nigeria’s first artificial intelligence (AI) guidelines in the coming weeks. These guidelines aim to shape the deployment and responsible management of AI technologies within the state.

Alake made this disclosure during the official launch of Dyna.Ai’s operations in Nigeria, emphasizing the government’s proactive approach toward regulating emerging technologies.

“They are not policies,” Alake clarified. “They are guidelines to ensure we build AI products we’ll be proud to let our children use — not ones we’ll feel the need to shield them from.”

He stressed that while AI offers immense benefits, its unchecked use could pose significant risks, including reputational damage. Alake called for collective custodianship of AI, highlighting that enduring innovation must align with public good and ethical responsibility.

“The most valuable outcomes will come from AI solutions that serve society as a whole,” he said, reaffirming Lagos State’s commitment to becoming a hub for responsible AI development in Nigeria and across Africa.

Federal Government Supports Responsible Innovation

Delivering the keynote address, Tokoni Peter Igoin, Special Assistant to the President on ICT Development and Digital Innovation, echoed similar sentiments. He spoke on the Federal Government’s strategic direction for technology under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“Our approach to AI and fintech is rooted in a positive framework—one that fosters innovation while safeguarding transparency, data protection, and digital security,” Igoin stated.

Dyna.Ai Launches in Nigeria, Targets Inclusive Innovation

In his opening remarks, Tomas Skoumal, Chairman and Co-President of Dyna.Ai, highlighted Nigeria’s strategic role in the company’s African expansion.

“It makes sense to start in Nigeria. There is no bigger country in Africa—this is where the momentum is,” he said, pointing to the region’s rapid digital transformation and fintech growth.

Skoumal introduced Dyna.Ai’s Agentic AI solutions, including its proprietary Agent Studio and industry-specific language models. These tools are designed to automate customer service, HR, marketing, collections, and more.

He emphasized the company’s long-term investment in local talent, infrastructure, and innovation.

“We’re not just here to sell products. We’re here to create jobs, build infrastructure, and scale innovation from Nigeria to the rest of Africa.”