One of the leading Online Newspapers in Nigeria, PRNigeria and Adnan Muktar and Associates have trained Online journalists and other media practitioners in Kano state on the importance of embracing technology in their day-to-day activities especially with the emerging trend of Artificial Intelligence AI and other Technologies as part of the activities in celebration of the founder of the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo.
The training/public lecture themed: AI and the emerging Trends of Online Newspapers; Reflections on the Ethics on Journalism focused on how Artificial Intelligence and other emerging trends of applications dominating world in this days, the lecture which hold in PRNigeria media center in Kano metropolis on Thursday.
Remarking, the President of MAAUN Group of Universities, Professor Mohammad Israr, revealed that MAAUN is the first university in Northern Nigeria to secure professional membership with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), describing the achievement as a testament to the institution’s commitment to ethical communication and professional excellence.
He emphasized that the University remains dedicated to providing quality education tailored to contemporary societal needs.
Professor Israr further highlighted that the Mass Communication Department will continue to produce top-tier graduates equipped to excel in the media industry both within Kano State and across Nigeria.
Also speaking, the Editor of PRNigeria, Yusha’u Shuaibu, commended Professor Gwarzo for his sustained investment in education and scholarship, particularly in Northern Nigeria.
The chairman commended the chief executive officer of MAAUN for investing heavily on education especially in northern Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of guiding students on the need to persuade marketable causes and self reliance.
According to him the generosity of the founder of MAAUN, community service, and service to humanity, saying in the 50th birthday celebration (By God Willing) the founder’s philanthropic activities to less privilege in Kano and Nigeria at large.
Delivering the lead presentation, the Project Manager of PRNigeria, Muhammad Dahiru Lawan, examined the impact of artificial intelligence on online journalism, noting that while AI offers efficiency and innovation, it also raises ethical concerns that journalists must consciously address.
In his contribution, the Chairman of the Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo Foundation, Dr. Musa Sufi, cautioned journalists against overdependence on artificial intelligence, stressing that technology should serve as a support tool rather than a replacement for professional competence.
“AI is here to assist professionals in doing their work better, but it cannot do everything for anyone,” Sufi said. “It becomes dangerous for journalists who fail to improve themselves or learn new techniques. You must be able to do your work independently, even when you leverage on AI.”