2027 Campaigns: Presidency Seeks Caution In Use Of AI By Parties
Deji Elumoye in Abuja The Presidency on Thursday called on politicians to seek caution in the deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the 2027 electioneering gathers momentum. Presidential spokesperson, Bayo
The Presidency has urged politicians to exercise caution when utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) during political campaigns leading up to the 2027 elections, according to a statement by Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga. Speaking in Beijing, China, at the 7th World Media Summit, Onanuga highlighted the positive and negative implications of AI in political communication.
AI has been used to create both truthful and deceptive content, as well as for entertainment purposes, he noted. Onanuga emphasized the need for responsible and cautious deployment of AI to safeguard democratic institutions and maintain public trust. He warned that AI-generated videos and images on social media platforms such as X, Facebook, and TikTok are being used to promote political interests.
Onanuga acknowledged AI's significant role in numerous advancements, including medical breakthroughs and mathematical feats, but stressed the importance of implementing necessary controls before it's too late.
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