9mobile, Microsoft Partner To Equip Journalists With AI Tools

9mobile, Nigeria’s most customer-centric telecommunications company, has partnered with tech giant, Microsoft, to empower journalists with innovative tools to improve their skills for maximum performance in their field.

The learning session held at Microsoft Africa Development Center had in attendance media partners from print and online platforms and publications. The training session provided a platform to introduce journalists to the benefits of Microsoft Copilot and its potential to revolutionise the profession. Microsoft Copilot is an advanced AI-powered tool, which offers a wide array of functionalities designed to streamline workflow, enhance productivity, and elevate the quality of their output.

Through this partnership, 9mobile and Microsoft sought to equip journalists with the skills and knowledge necessary to leverage Copilot effectively in their day-to-day work.

Public relations lead, 9mobile, Chineze Amanfo, at the capacity-building session for journalists, emphasised 9mobile’s commitment to fostering innovation and empowerment within the media industry.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Microsoft in providing this invaluable training opportunity for journalists. At 9mobile, we recognize the pivotal role that the media plays in shaping public discourse and driving societal change. Therefore, equipping them with the requisite knowledge and tools such as the Microsoft Copilot, will enhance their capability to deliver on their respective assignments efficiently by disseminating accurate and impactful information to the public.

“We prioritise our relationship with the media hence, the need for the periodic capacity building session for journalists. With this training, we have clearly demonstrated our unwavering commitment to sustaining the initiative. We will continue to explore new avenues for collaboration and innovation, ensuring that our partners in the media industry have access to the tools and resources they need to thrive,” Amanfo states.

The senior business programme manager, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Africa Development Center, Yemi Orimolade, appreciated the participants for their contributions in making the session an engaging experience and enjoined them to champion the message of AI responsibility.

“Microsoft’s Copilot is poised to be a game-changer for journalists. It is a reliable tool for generating and optimising content, staying informed, and enhancing productivity. Our commitment is to harness the transformative potential of AI for societal betterment. Welcome to the future of journalism, working smarter with Microsoft Copilot,” Orimolade disclosed.