OGUNYEMI, J and Adesanya, J. (2020) Application of Emerging Technologies for Innovation in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges in Post Covid-19 Era. In: NSE Ilaro Branch, 1st National Conference, Ilaro, 2-3 November, 2020., 2-3 November, 2020., NSE Ilaro Branch, 1st National Conference, Ilaro..
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Abstract
Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly upset completely the world and thus resulting in the new normal. The restriction orders and closure of borders demand efforts for survival and self-reliance strategies for every country most especially the developing countries like Nigeria. African leaders should endeavour to leverage the lessons from Covid-19 to ensure strong economies that can withstand unforeseen future. Nigeria as a nation has long been confronted with developmental challenges resulting in stunted economic growth, ailing infrastructure and poor health system. Emerging technologies are now a recurring terms globally with applications increasing more than ever even beyond imagination. Some of these technologies include artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML), Block chain, 3D Print, Mobile, Autonomous Cars, Mobile Internet, Robotic VR/AR, Wireless power, Quantum Computing, 5G, Voice Assistant, Cybersecurity, Cloud, robotics, etc. With the availability of these new technologies, there can be tremendous impacts as they serve as veritable tools for transformation if well harnessed. This paper examines the prospects of applying these emerging technologies in Nigeria viz-a-viz Security, preservation and conservation, education and training, research and development, health and medical care, maintenance and monitoring, infrastructure management and business automation. It also looks at the challenges hindering effective utilization of these technologies. Such challenges include electrical power supply, network connectivity, availability of devices, skills and misconception. This knowledge can help in policy formulation and planning for economic development. This is very relevant now as the nation struggles to cope with challenges of post covid-19 era.
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Internet of Things and Technologies. |
| Subjects: | T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering |
| Divisions: | Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Joy Oluwabukola Olayiwola |
| Date Deposited: | 03 Apr 2023 12:16 |
| Last Modified: | 03 Apr 2023 12:16 |
| URI: | http://eprints.federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/id/eprint/2201 |
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