Nigeria’s AI ambitions rest on fibre, power, network resilience, ALTON warns

Businessday | 19-06-2026 08:35pm |

The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has emphasized that the country’s aspirations in artificial intelligence (AI) are contingent upon the robustness of its telecommunications infrastructure. Specifically, ALTON highlighted that reliable fibre optics, consistent power supply, and resilient network systems are crucial for the effective deployment and utilization of AI technologies. The organization underscored that while algorithms play a role in AI, the foundational elements of connectivity and energy are paramount for Nigeria to fully leverage AI's transformative capabilities.

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