FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme N5,000,000 Supports 2024

The Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme 2023 is presently accepting applications from interested parties.

By offering financial support, the program aspires to establish a robust and sustainable AI ecosystem in Nigeria.

Researchers and start-ups interested in accelerating their research and development efforts are encouraged to apply.

This initiative aims to foster a vibrant and sustainable AI ecosystem in Nigeria by providing financial support, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration among individuals and organisations in the AI industry

 

Table of Content

 

• About National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
• FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme
• Aim and Benefits of FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme
• Requirements for FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)

The Agency has since 2010 established a scholarship scheme for Master’s and Doctoral Degree in relevant areas of Information Technology (IT) and ICT Law obtainable in Nigerian (Government and Private) Universities. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has as its mandate to develop and regulate the Information Technology in Nigeria. Developing and regulating IT will support in transforming Nigeria into an IT driven economy for global competitiveness and the dire need of digital literacy. In furtherance to transforming Nigeria into a knowledge-based and IT driven …

• Type: Entrepreneurs
• Organisation: National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
• Country to study: Nigeria
• School to study–
• Course to study: Not specified
• State of Origin
• Gender: Men and Women
• Application Deadline: November 15, 2023

 

Aim and Benefits of FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme

The program will provide up to N5,000,000 in funding to 45 successful AI researchers or start-ups in fields like as agriculture, finance, health care, education and workforce, governance, sustainability, and utility.

Requirements for FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme Qualification

Applicants are eligible for this program is they to meet the following conditions:

• Consortium that includes a start-up or technology company, Nigerian academic researcher or a foreign researcher
• Must have a research proposal that aligns with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy’s AI priority areas
• The applicant must have a detailed proposal outlining the project and its potential impact on the Nigerian economy
• Must have a demonstrable track record of excellence in research or entrepreneurship
• Must be able to publish at least one peer-reviewed article within one year of receiving the grant.

 

Interview date, Process and Venue for FMCIDE/NITDA Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme

Grant applications will be reviewed by a panel of AI experts. The selection criteria will include:

• Novelty and originality of the research proposal
• Applicant’s track record of excellence in research or entrepreneurship
• Alignment of the research with the Ministry’s AI priority areas
• Feasibility of the project

 

Application Deadline

November 15, 2023

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) on airg.nitda.gov.ng to apply