Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in the Department of Artificial Intelligent Systems and Robotics, Faculty of Computing and Informatics, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Chika Yinka-Banjo, Ph.D., has been appointed as first Director of the AI University Innovation Pod, (AI UniPod) at UNILAG.
The appointment, which is for a period of two (2) years, is effective from Monday, March 16, 2026 to Wednesday, March 15, 2028.
Professor Yinka-Banjo, who is also the coordinator of the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Lab (AIRLAB), UNILAG, brings to the role a wealth of experience in artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, and intelligent systems, with a strong track record in research, innovation, and capacity development.
Her leadership is expected to further strengthen the Pod as a hub for cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the advancement of artificial intelligence solutions that address real-world challenges.
The Vice-Chancellor, University of Lagos, Professor Folasade T. Ogunsola, OON, FAS, on behalf of the University community, heartily congratulates Professor Chika Yinka-Banjo on her appointment and wishes her a successful tenure.