Agboola Gideon Blessing

Data Analyst, Meteorologist and Climate Scientist

[Dr. 'Bosun Tijani @bosuntijani]

Nigeria has reached another major milestone in the delivery of Project BRIDGE with the incorporation of Bridge Open Access (Bridge OA), the independent company that will deliver one of Africa’s largest open access fibre infrastructure programmes.

This marks the transition from planning to execution, creating the institutional platform that will complete strategic investor onboarding, accelerate nationwide broadband deployment, and position Nigeria as a regional digital connectivity hub for West Africa.

#NigerianExcellence

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Deep Learning Indaba (@DeepIndaba) 2026 is coming to Nigeria, and Team DSN (@dsn_ai_network) will be contributing across the full spectrum of the conference.

For Data Science Nigeria (@dsn_ai_network), this is a full-circle moment.

Over the years, we have participated in the Indaba as researchers, speakers, community builders, collaborators, and ecosystem partners. Now, as Africa’s premier AI and Machine Learning gathering comes to Nigeria for the first time, we are proud to help welcome the continent’s AI community to Lagos.

Our delegation will contribute through:

Technical workshops and research presentations

Conversations on AI, Digital Public Infrastructure, language technology, and sustainable compute

Community engagement and ecosystem development

Event leadership and strategic partnership discussions

Meet Team DSN:

Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi (@bayoadekanmbi), Dr. Ife Adebara (@IfeAdebara), Chinazo Anebelundu (@rKyrian), Aanu Oyeniran (@anulus511), Uche Edwin (@ucheedwin20), Tejumola Asanloko (@Asanloko1), Oluwaseun Nifemi (@NifemiOluwaseu2), Agboola Blessing (@BlessinGideon), and Farouk Bakare (@Farouk_Bakare1).

If you are attending #DLI2026, join our sessions, meet the team, and connect with us around the future of AI built in Africa.

See you in Lagos.

#DeepLearningIndaba #DLI2026 #DataScienceNigeria #AIResearch #AIinAfrica

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

If AI is the engine, then the Global South is where entirely new systems of progress are being designed, tested, and scaled.

Join our CEO & Founder, Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi (@bayoadekanmbi), at the Global Inclusive Growth Forum 2026, where he will join global leaders to unpack the theme: Scaling Impact Together. The forum is hosted by Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth (@CNTR4growth) at the @devex Impact House: The Capital Summit.

He’ll be speaking on the panel: AI Rising: Emerging Economies, Emerging Opportunities.

The conversation will center around how emerging economies are actively shaping how AI is built, applied, and scaled—driving new models for inclusion, unlocking access, and creating growth that actually reaches more people.

Date: Wednesday, 15th April 2026
Time: 7:00 PM (GMT+1)
Venue: Devex Impact House

If you care about where AI meets access and real-world impact, this is worth your attention.
Request your invite: https://t.co/Q7i1f1k1Jb

#datasciencenigeria #GlobalSummit #Finance #AI #SocialGood #InclusiveGrowth

[Equalyz_AI @equalyz_ai]

@equalyz_ai LIVE AT #IndiaAISummit2026

We are live at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 happening live at New Delhi from 16th - 20th February, the first global AI summit hosted in the Global South, convened by the Government of India under the India AI Mission, to showcase our voice-first agentic AI solutions, designed to understand local dialects, cultural context, and community needs.

It’s an opportunity to experience how AI can connect people, amplify voices, and deliver solutions where traditional technology falls short.

Come engage with our team, experience live interactions with our AI agents, and explore the next wave of community-rooted, culturally intelligent AI.

Visit us at the @QhalaHQ's Africa AI Village, Hall 14, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi and be part of the journey toward AI that truly speaks Africa.

#EqualyzAI #InclusiveAI #VoiceAI #LanguageAI #AfricaAI #AIImpactSummit #TechForGood #CulturalIntelligence
@gatesfoundation @DeccanChronicle

[Ian Tracey @ian_dot_so]

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[Agboola Gideon Blessing @BlessinGideon]

@equalyz_ai This is too good for free, Wow.
Thank you @equalyz_ai

[Equalyz_AI @equalyz_ai]

We are excited to unveil @EqualyzAI GPU4Good, our continent-focused initiative providing FREE GPU access to African researchers building high-impact AI solutions for Africa.

We are doing this because Africa’s biggest AI challenge today is not talent. It is access to compute power.

Africa has less than 1% of the world’s GPU infrastructure, yet we are home to researchers, builders, and innovators capable of solving problems that affect 1.2 billion people. Too many important ideas are delayed or abandoned simply because the compute to train and test them is not available.

GPU4Good is our way of changing that.

By sharing our critical asset (Compute power), we want to see many African researchers turn strong ideas into trained models and deployed solutions, especially across African languages and local contexts.

This is a clear statement of who we are at EqualyzAI.
We are not just building AI products. We are building the infrastructure that allows Africa to build its own AI.

If you are a researcher working on problems that matter for Africa, we would love to support your work.

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/UoBt4Jj21A

#equalyzai #GPU4Good #AfricanResearchers

@LelapaAI @CUHEBRON @SakinatTijani @DataFestAfrica @UnilagNigeria @ciscaoladipo @vodumuyiwa @nvidia @MasakhaneNLP @alienelf @xelatsads @Tiiimat @ZindiAfrica @black_in_ai @DeepIndaba @NeurIPSConf @IfeAdebara @bayoadekanmbi @RockefellerFdn @ItanaAfrica @ensoesie @DataDotOrg @gatesfoundation @cmu_africa @kbeguir @instadeepai

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Every scene captured by satellites contains valuable information: rainfall patterns, vegetation health, urban growth, and climate shifts. But to make sense of these vast amounts of data, we need to move beyond just “looking” at images.

That’s where embeddings come in.

This week at our Geospatial Biweekly Webinar, we’ll explore:
“Earth Observation Embeddings: From Scenes to Vectors with Foundation Models.”

Date: Friday, 26th September
Time: 4:00 PM WAT
Place: DSN Geospatial Telegram Community

[Agboola Gideon Blessing @BlessinGideon]

@bayoadekanmbi @equalyz_ai What Africans need to thrive in the evolving age

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Courage, they say, is loud, daring, fearless.

But here's the truth no one prints on posters: Courage sweats, courage doubts, courage thinks about backing out three times before stepping forward once.

It is not the absence of fear; it is rather choosing to move with it clinging to your back like a shadow

It's your heart racing, hands cold, voice trembling and still showing up.

So if you are scared today? It's good.

That means what you’re facing actually matters.

As you start the new week, take the leap. Send the email. Launch the thing. Say yes.

Do it afraid.

That’s still courage.

Happy New Week @dsn_ai_network Tech Tribe

#datasciencenigeria #MondayMotivation #Courage

[Equalyz_AI @equalyz_ai]

Big News!

We’re thrilled to announce EqualyzAI as an official Booth Sponsor at #Moonshot2025!

EqualyzAI is on a mission to build inclusive, culturally-aware AI for Africa’s diverse linguistic communities.

Using hyperlocal, multimodal data, we develop Small Language Models (SLMs) and enterprise AI agents tailored to the unique languages, dialects, and contexts of the continent.

From Swahili to Yoruba, from Hausa to Xhosa we believe AI should speak your language.

Join us and other innovators, builders, and change-makers this October in Lagos for Africa’s most exciting tech gathering.

️ Early bird tickets are live grab yours at 20% off:

👉 https://t.co/ykmcO5gmBf

#EqualyzAI #Moonshot2025 #TechCabal #AIforAfrica #BuildingMomentum #InclusiveAI #AfricanInnovation

[Equalyz_AI @equalyz_ai]

In UNESCO’s latest AI & Development white paper, experts highlight the urgent need for localisation in AI policy especially in low-resource communities. Without accurate language and cultural data, systems can misinterpret, misinform, and marginalize.

At EqualyzAI, our approach mirrors this vision. We work hand-in-hand with communities to build datasets that reflect real voices, real contexts, and real values. That’s why we pay local linguists, consult on cultural protocols, and operate on strict data ethics ensuring tech amplifies, not erases, identity.

For sponsors and government partners, investing in this model means investing in AI that works because it’s based on trust, transparency, and community relevance.

That’s exactly what EqualyzAI is committed to creating datasets and models that respect culture, protect rights, and unlock relevance.

Want to partner on ethical AI backed by research? Let’s connect.

#equalyzai #ethicalai #localdatascience #digitizingafrica

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Building a healthy habit doesn’t feel groundbreaking. Not at first.

No fireworks. No applause. Just you, getting up and doing it—again.

We’re hooked on visible progress.

A new milestone. A quick win. Something we can point to and say, "Look, it’s working."

But real change doesn’t perform. It builds quietly. In the background.

It’s the early mornings that don’t feel productive.

The workouts that don’t show yet.

The writing session that ends in three lines and a headache.

That’s where the shift is happening.

Not all at once—but slowly, deeply, permanently.

Because transformation isn’t supposed to impress anyone.

It’s meant to last.

If it feels boring or slow, you’re not failing—you’re doing it right.

The habit is the win.

The process is the proof.

So if today feels small, keep going.

This is how real success is built—quietly, on purpose, one choice at a time.

Happy New Week @dsn_ai_network Tech Tribe

#datasciencenigeria #MondayMotivation #Habits #Success

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Happening TODAY!

Ready to build AI agents but don’t know where to start?

Or are you joining the @dsn_ai_network x Wokkah AI Agent Challenge but still unsure how to create powerful AI agents?

IgniteTech – AI Agent Training powered by Wokkah is happening TONIGHT — and it’s your ticket to clarity, confidence, and capability.

Learn the tools, frameworks, and live coding techniques to build real-world AI agents from scratch.

Date: TODAY – Monday, 14th July 2025

Time: 8:00PM WAT (GMT+1)

Online via Zoom

Register now before it's too late>https://t.co/1fMZeGfrv8

#datasciencenigeria #DSNxWokkah #AIAgent

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

It’s @IndabaXNigeria 2025!

We’re excited to announce that @dsn_ai_network will be live at this year’s edition, taking place at Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, from 16th to 17th July 2025.

Our community managers, @Asanloko1, @mb_awak and @AjiolaB, will be on ground to engage with you, answer your questions, and share the many opportunities within the DSN ecosystem.

Make sure to stop by our dedicated exhibition stand to explore some of our innovative AI solutions, learn about the impact we’re making, and find out how you can join the movement shaping the future of AI in Nigeria.

#datasciencenigeria #IndabaXNigeria2025

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

AI is no longer just a tool. It’s becoming a teammate.

Have you heard of Agent AI and Agentic AI? These are the game-changers reshaping how we interact with technology.

In our latest 60-second explainer, we break it down:

What is Agent AI?

How is Agentic AI different?

Why does it matter to your future?

Whether you're in tech or just curious, this video will help you understand how AI is evolving.

#datasciencenigeria #AIexplained #DSNResearchBuzz

@equalyz_ai

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Want to build AI Agents but don’t know where to start?

Or maybe you’re eyeing the DSN x Wokkah AI Agent Challenge but feel underprepared?

Get the skills and confidence you need with IgniteTech – AI Agent Training powered by Wokkah.

Learn how to build, integrate, and debug intelligent agents that solve real-world problems — just in time for the Challenge!

Date: Monday, 14th July 2025

Time: 8:00PM (WAT / GMT+1)

Register now: https://t.co/HCG04BWrrt

#datasciencenigeria #DSNxWokkahAI

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

Become a Computer Vision Expert in Just 6 Months!

The future of AI is visual — and it needs builders like you.

From diagnosing diseases to powering autonomous vehicles, Computer Vision is transforming industries. And those who master it are leading the charge.

Join the @DeepTech_Ready Programme – Computer Vision Track, powered by Data Science Nigeria under the @3MTTNigeria initiative, with support from @Google .

In this track, you'll learn to build AI systems that see, interpret, and act on visual information — skills in high demand across the globe.

It’s your time to build, innovate, and get ahead.

Save a spot here : https://t.co/GXyPXzujjk

#datasciencenigeria #3mttdeeptechready #ALCs

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

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Book now — let’s bring your big ideas to life!

#DataScienceNigeria #CoworkingSpace

[DSN - Data Science Nigeria @dsn_ai_network]

The Future of AI Starts with You

Step into a world of possibilities with the 2025 @dsn_ai_network 30-Day Pre-BootCamp Learning Challenge!

This is more than a challenge — it’s your launchpad to the highly coveted all-expense paid DSN AI Bootcamp.

In just 30 days, you’ll sharpen your skills, grow your confidence, and prove you’re ready for Africa’s leading AI experience.

✅ Self-paced learning

✅ Curated content by top AI experts

✅ A direct pathway to Bootcamp selection

PS: Open to all aspiring data scientists and AI enthusiasts in Nigeria.

Challenge Timeline: 11th July – 9th August 2025

Click below to begin your journey!

Access the challenge here> https://t.co/sbOcT0oioN

#datasciencenigeria #dsnaibootcamp2025 #aibootcamp2025 #30daysoflearning