ECOWAS URGED TO DEPLOY AI TO TACKLE REGIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES

AI poised to revolutionize West Africa’s fight against terrorism, extremism, and border crimes.

Cybersecurity expert Prof. Uche Mbanaso called on ECOWAS to adopt AI tools for peacebuilding, counterterrorism, and public safety. He stressed the need for an ethical, unified framework and enhanced digital infrastructure to maximize AI benefits while safeguarding human creativity. Key proposals include AI-powered border monitoring systems, passenger data sharing, and smart surveillance to secure ECOWAS borders.

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