by Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
In a significant move to promote digital literacy and prepare citizens for the future of work, ‘Musawah for Youth and Development Initiative’ (Musawah 4 Y-D Initiative) has successfully organized a One-Day Intensive Capacity Building Training on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Teachers, Lecturers, Students, and other professionals in Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone, Kaduna State.
The highly-impactful training attracted over 200 participants, drawn from secondary and tertiary educational institutions, government establishments, private organizations, civil society groups, and the wider professional community.
Participants included teachers, lecturers, students, school administrators, civil servants, entrepreneurs, NGO personnel, and other professionals seeking to understand and harness the growing opportunities presented by Artificial Intelligence.
The training was organized in response to the increasing global adoption of AI across education, business, healthcare, governance, communication, and virtually every sector of the economy, according to a statement issued on Friday.
Recognizing that AI is rapidly reshaping how people learn, work, solve problems, and make decisions, Musawah for Youth and Development Initiative designed the programme to equip participants with practical knowledge and skills that can improve productivity, enhance research capabilities, and support professional development.
Speaking during the event, the National Coordinator of Musawah for Youth and Development Initiative, Amb. Dr. Polycarp Danladi Gankon, emphasized that the organization remains committed to initiatives that promote education, innovation, youth empowerment, and human capital development.
According to the National Coordinator, AI is no longer a technology of the future but a present-day reality that individuals and institutions must embrace, in order to remain relevant and competitive.
“Our objective is to ensure that teachers, lecturers, students, and professionals are equipped with practical digital skills that will enable them to work smarter, improve learning outcomes, increase productivity, and take advantage of the opportunities created by emerging technologies.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to empowering people with knowledge that has lasting value,” he said.
The technical sessions were facilitated by Samuel Ateh Stephen, Technology Strategist, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation Consultant, and Founder/Chief Executive Officer of Realist Tech Solutions (RTS), alongside Salamatu Nuhuakubu, an Applied Technology Trainer and Chief Executive Officer of SK Tech.
Together, the facilitators delivered practical sessions on AI for Workplace Productivity, Research, and Professional Development, guiding participants through real-world applications of AI in education, research, business, and the workplace.
Through live demonstrations and interactive exercises, participants gained hands-on experience in using AI tools to improve productivity, enhance learning, streamline professional tasks, and support informed decision-making.
Drawing from his experience in AI, digital transformation, and productivity systems, Samuel delivered practical sessions on AI for Workplace Productivity and AI for Research and Professional Development.
Rather than focusing solely on theory, participants were taken through real-world demonstrations showing how AI can be applied to everyday tasks.
Participants learned practical applications of AI for report writing, professional communication, proposal development, meeting preparation, document summarization, lesson planning, academic research, presentation development, content creation, and workplace efficiency.
Live demonstrations showcased how AI tools can significantly reduce the time required to complete routine tasks, while improving the quality of work.
The training also highlighted the importance of responsible AI adoption, encouraging participants to use AI as a tool that complements human intelligence, creativity, and critical thinking rather than replacing them.
One of the highlights of the programme was the interactive practical sessions, where participants engaged directly with modern AI tools and learned how to write effective prompts capable of generating meaningful and high-quality outputs for education, research, business, and professional work.
To ensure that learning continued beyond the event, participants received a specially-developed AI Prompt Toolbox containing practical prompts covering research, lesson planning, report writing, proposal development, document summarization, productivity, professional communication, critical thinking, and career development.
The resource was designed to help participants immediately apply the knowledge gained during the training in their respective workplaces, schools, businesses, and organizations.
Many participants described the programme as eye-opening, practical, and transformational, noting that it changed their perception of Artificial Intelligence from being a complex technology to becoming an accessible tool capable of improving daily work and learning.
The successful training reinforces Musawah for Youth and Development Initiative’s commitment to promoting digital inclusion, educational advancement, and capacity building through practical learning initiatives that respond to the realities of today’s rapidly-evolving technological landscape.
As AI continues to redefine the global workforce, initiatives such as this provide an important platform for equipping Nigerians with the knowledge and practical skills needed to remain productive, innovative, and competitive in the digital economy.
The organizers expressed appreciation to all participants for their enthusiasm and active engagement throughout the programme and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting more initiatives that foster innovation, lifelong learning, and sustainable human capital development across Kaduna State and beyond.
Musawah 4 Y-D Initiative is a youth-focused organization committed to promoting education, leadership development, community engagement, digital inclusion, and human capital development through impactful programmes and strategic interventions aimed at empowering individuals and strengthening communities.