LASU Don Seeks AI-driven Water Governance, Warns of Rising Cancer Risks from Pollution

Professor Kafeelah Abosede Yusuf of Lagos State University's Chemistry Department is urging Nigeria to adopt Artificial Intelligence and machine-learning tools for water governance. She highlighted the urgent need to address water pollution, warning that it is contributing to a rise in cancer cases across the country. Yusuf stressed that integrating advanced technologies into water management systems is crucial for ensuring public health and environmental safety.

The professor's call comes amid growing concerns about the quality of water resources and their impact on health. By leveraging AI, authorities could potentially monitor water sources more effectively, detect pollutants faster, and implement targeted interventions. This approach aims to move beyond traditional methods, offering a more proactive and data-driven strategy to safeguard water supplies.

Yusuf's advocacy underscores the potential of technology to solve pressing environmental and health challenges in Nigeria. The integration of AI in water governance could lead to more efficient resource allocation, better regulatory oversight, and ultimately, a reduction in waterborne diseases and associated health risks like cancer.

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called for the integration of Artificial Intelligence and machine-learning tools into Nigeria’s water governance