In a move to improve digital access to public services, the federal government has unveiled an AI-powered information platform for Nigerians.
Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, announced the launch of the platform, GovGuideNigeria, in a post on X on Thursday. According to the minister, the platform is accessible through WhatsApp and the web, and is available in English, Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba to make government information more accessible to citizens.
He explained that GovGuideNigeria provides users with information from more than 35 federal ministries and over 60 government agencies, helping to reduce language and information barriers while improving service delivery.
Tijani said the initiative reflects the federal government’s commitment to using technology and artificial intelligence to support citizens, particularly underserved communities and people with low literacy levels.
He also acknowledged the collaboration between the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Meta, and Publica AI in developing the platform. The minister added that the project demonstrates the impact of partnerships between government institutions, private sector organisations, and local innovators in addressing public challenges.
He encouraged Nigerians to make use of the platform to access government information and services more easily and efficiently.
