Nigeria Grants $6,444 to 45 AI Startups and Researchers to Drive Economic Growth
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The Nigerian government is granting 5 million naira ($6,444) to 45 AI startups and researchers through the Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme.
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The scheme aims to facilitate widespread AI adoption to drive economic progress in sectors like agriculture, education, finance, and healthcare.
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Consortia of a startup/company, a Nigerian university researcher, and a foreign researcher can apply for the grants by November 15.
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Applicants must present an economic impact-focused research proposal aligned with focus areas set by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy.
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Grantees must publish at least one peer-reviewed article within a year and have a track record of research or entrepreneurial excellence.
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