Lagos Opens EkoAI Academy 2026 for 10,000 Residents to Learn Artificial Intelligence
The Lagos State Government has opened applications for the 2026 edition of the EkoAI Academy, a free artificial intelligence training programme designed to equip 10,000 Lagos residents and innovators with practical AI skills.
The initiative is part of the state’s broader digital transformation agenda and seeks to prepare young people, entrepreneurs, professionals and innovators to take advantage of emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI economy.
What EkoAI Academy Offers
The programme is designed to provide participants with practical knowledge of artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and digital innovation.
Through the training, participants are expected to gain skills that can be applied to areas such as:
- AI-powered entrepreneurship and business development
- Digital innovation and problem-solving
- Productivity and workplace automation
- Emerging technology applications
- AI tools and practical use cases
- Innovation and future-ready career development
Beyond technical knowledge, the academy aims to encourage participants to develop solutions that can address real-world challenges and contribute to Lagos’ growing technology ecosystem.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is targeted at Lagos residents, innovators, young people, entrepreneurs, students, professionals and other individuals interested in developing practical AI skills.
Applicants should demonstrate an interest in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship or the application of AI to improve businesses, careers and communities.
10,000 Free Training Opportunities
A major attraction of the initiative is its scale. The 2026 edition is expected to provide free AI training to 10,000 beneficiaries, giving a large number of Lagos residents the opportunity to build relevant skills without paying tuition.
The programme is particularly significant as businesses and organisations increasingly adopt AI tools for productivity, content creation, data analysis, automation, customer service and other functions.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should register through the official EkoAI Academy application platform and provide the required personal and contact information.
Applicants are advised to ensure that all information submitted is accurate and to carefully follow the instructions provided on the registration portal.
Application: Applicants should visit the official Lagos State/EkoAI Academy platform for registration and programme updates.
Cost: Free
Target beneficiaries: 10,000 innovators/residents
Location: Lagos State
If selected, participants will receive details about the training schedule, learning format and other programme requirements.
The EkoAI Academy 2026 offers Lagos residents an opportunity to build practical artificial intelligence skills and position themselves for emerging opportunities in the digital economy.
