HP has called on the managers of Nigeria to invest massively in Artificial Intelligence in the nation’s quest to boost job creation and national productivity.

In a statement signed by the Southern Africa Managing Director at HP, Yesh Surjoodeen and made available to PUNCH Online on Monday, said AI’s impact in Nigeria extends beyond communication, saying it is a catalyst for productivity, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing.

According to him, Nigeria’s AI market is experiencing significant growth, driven by innovation and collaboration within the ecosystem, pointing out that through the Nigerian AI Collective, NITDA fosters cooperation among AI professionals, researchers, and industry leaders, promoting the exchange of insights and best practices.

“Furthermore, NITDA’s National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics plays a crucial role in advancing research and development in emerging technologies, with a strong focus on practical solutions to address national challenges.

“Furthermore, the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (2020-2030) outlines a transformative vision for Nigeria’s economy, leveraging digital technologies—including AI—to drive job creation and enhance national productivity,” Surjoodeen said.

According to HP’s Work Relationship Index, knowledge workers (69%), business leaders (77%), and IT decision-makers (76%) agree that a tailored work experience powered by AI improves overall job satisfaction.

The statement said AI tools have proven effective in simplifying work processes, enabling employees to focus on tasks that require their expertise and creativity.

“In this context, AI is not just a tool for business efficiency but also a key driver of job satisfaction.

“The Nigerian government recognizes AI’s potential to drive innovation and economic growth. The National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, launched in 2024, lays the groundwork for widespread AI adoption.

“The framework focuses on empowering businesses to unlock new opportunities, improve efficiency, and create jobs, particularly in sectors where AI can solve real-world challenges,” the statement read.

The statement also noted that AI bridges the gap between imagination and creation, empowering deeper connections and richer engagement among teams.

“Consider data scientists striving to build AI models—they often face significant obstacles. Fragmented tools complicate the development process, forcing teams to work across disconnected environments, which hampers collaboration. Limited compute resources further impede progress, with half of AI projects experiencing bottlenecks today.

“To overcome these challenges, AI developers can now access the tools and frameworks they need in one centralized platform. They can launch shared projects in minutes, seamlessly connect to their data sets, and invite collaborators with just two clicks. Much like how shared documents revolutionized collaborative work, this unified approach enables developers to work together from a single interface, transforming model creation with simplicity and flexibility.

According to Surjoodeen, looking to the future, AI-driven PCs will continue to play a crucial role in achieving environmental sustainability by incorporating more energy-efficient technologies and enabling smarter resource management.

“These advancements will help businesses reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining high levels of performance, productivity, and security.

“In the era of AI, companies have to rethink the way they work. With repetitive tasks able to be automated, work will be geared towards more strategic and valuable tasks. As a result, work will become more fulfilling, more productive, more collaborative, and better optimised. Ultimately, that may simply mean we can derive greater joy from work,” he added.


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