NUJ Chairman calls for ethical use of AI in journalism.
The FCT Council Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on media practitioners to uphold core journalistic values in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism.
The Chairperson of the Council, Grace Ike, made the call on Tuesday while declaring open a workshop organized in collaboration with Chevron and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in Abuja, stressing the need for authenticity, truthfulness, accuracy, and ethical practice in navigating the evolving media landscape shaped by AI.
The workshop discussed key topics such as leveraging AI to enhance journalism, freedom of information, media accountability, and mental health of journalists in the era of social media.
Ike noted that AI enhances journalists' ability to analyze vast data, detect misinformation, and engage audiences more effectively, emphasizing that AI-powered platforms can help cross-reference claims against trusted databases and detect manipulated media like deep-fakes.
She urged journalists to embrace innovation boldly but responsibly, ensuring technology enhances their mission to inform, enlighten, and serve society with courage and integrity.
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