Bishop of Awka, Nigeria, presents a report on artificial intelligence for the 58th World Communications Day, to be celebrated on Sunday, May 12.
"Artificial intelligence systems are very good in themselves. They can help us do many things, but if we do not pay due attention, they will take control of humanity," says Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor , Bishop of Awka, in his report for the 58th World Communications Day to be celebrated on Sunday, May 12, as reported by Fides .
For this reason, the Diocese of Awka organized a week of reflection on Pope Francis' Message from May 5 to 12: "Artificial Intelligence and Wisdom of the Heart: For a Fully Human Communication." "Artificial intelligence must be created to serve humanity, not to control it, replace it, or render it superfluous, because if it takes over, we are finished," said Bishop Ezeokafor. The Bishop of Awka also emphasized that human beings must use modern and advanced technologies in such a way that they do not become objects of what they have created.
Many young people abuse technology
Ezeokafor denounced the fact that many young people abuse technology by committing cybercrimes, internet fraud, and online scams. "It's sad that many of our young people are using technology to perpetrate evil in society; engaging in 'Yahoo-Yahoo' (the popular name for cyber fraud in Nigeria, ed.) or internet fraud," laments Monsignor Ezeokafor.
Internet scammers in Nigeria
Until recently, online fraudsters in Nigeria were concentrated in the Lagos area. Now, the phenomenon seems to have spread to all major cities and campuses in southern Nigeria. And it's not uncommon to see young men and women living a life of luxury with no apparent means of support, thanks to online fraud. "That's why parents must prioritize their children's education and spiritual development, so they can connect with God and tame their unbridled impulses," the Bishop concludes.
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