Bankers in Nigeria have expressed concerns that traditional audit and governance frameworks are becoming insufficient due to the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, which is transforming banking operations, risk management, and fraud detection. This warning was made during the 64th Quarterly General Meeting of the Association of Chief Audit Executives of Banks in Nigeria (ACAEBIN) held in Lagos.

Stakeholders are advocating for the adoption of technology in Nigeria's banking audit sector to improve operational functions, anticipate risks, and enhance assurance in the era of artificial intelligence, according to Punch Business.

Officials from the Ministry of Local Government in Uganda have urged accountants to maintain high standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability as local governments play a vital role in community service delivery. This appeal was made during a bookkeeping skills training session held in Hoima City, attended by accountants from various districts in central and western Uganda.

Emma Okonji discusses the challenges faced by Nigerian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools. The conversation has often centered on high-level innovation, but many SMEs struggle with practical implementation issues.

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) has emphasized that national development should be assessed not only by GDP but also by the robustness of institutions, ethical leadership, and public trust. The institute urged governance professionals to maintain integrity in both public and private sectors during its 25th anniversary event.

According to CIO Africa, company boards are urged to take responsibility for governing artificial intelligence, emphasizing that effective AI governance is essential for businesses to fully realize the benefits of this technology. The article highlights the need for a collaborative approach between boards and technology teams to ensure proper oversight and management of AI initiatives.