Debola Ibiyode, the founder and chief executive officer of CarbonAI, has called for a new approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance, warning that Nigeria cannot enjoy the full economic benefits of AI unless innovation is matched with strong regulation and what she described as “AI Diplomacy.”
Speaking at the AI Summit 2026 in Lagos, Ibiyode said the country must strike the right balance between encouraging innovation and putting safeguards in place to protect businesses, citizens and national interests.
The summit focused on the theme, “The AI Conversation – Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria: Balancing Regulation and Innovation.”
According to her, regulation should not be seen as an obstacle to technological progress but as a foundation for building trust in AI systems.
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“Innovation without regulation is a risk, and regulation without innovation is stagnation. We should apply AI
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