UK-Based Nigerian Researcher Creates AI Tool to Identify Bandits, Seeks Government Collaboration

In a promising development, Yunusa Jibrin, a UK-based Nigerian researcher and Master’s degree graduate in computer science, has pioneered the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to identify bandits and their hideouts in Nigeria. His groundbreaking research could potentially reshape the country’s approach to counter-terrorism efforts.

Jibrin’s innovative methodology involves AI-driven image synthesis, generating thousands of visual representations depicting bandits in desert environments, complete with weapons and vehicles. The research, which utilized a Vision Transformer (VT) model, demonstrated remarkable accuracy in preliminary evaluations, offering a potential technological breakthrough in the fight against terrorism.

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Speaking to Vanguard on Sunday, Jibrin emphasized the significance of a technology-backed warfare strategy to combat terrorist elements. He led a team of researchers from the Federal College of Education (Technical) Potiskum, highlighting the urgency for collaboration with the federal government to integrate these findings into operational frameworks.

In a bid to contribute to national security, Jibrin expressed his willingness to partner with the government and underscored the need for a concerted effort to address the security challenges hindering the country’s development.

Efforts are underway to formalize these findings, with plans to publish the research outcomes and integrate the developed algorithms into the operational strategies of the Nigerian government. Jibrin’s commitment to advancing technological solutions for national security aligns with the imperative of leveraging AI for a more targeted and effective counter-terrorism approach.

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This development comes at a crucial time for Nigeria, offering hope for a decade-long struggle against terrorism. Jibrin’s AI tool could provide valuable insights to direct military efforts towards identifying and eliminating bandits, fostering a path towards peace and development in the nation.

Source: Vanguard

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