Leveraging artificial intelligence (ai) for job creation in emerging economies: evidence from Nigeria’s technology and education sector

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technologies that enable computers to perform a variety of advanced functions, including the ability to see, understand and translate spoken and written language, analyze data, make recommendations, and many more. It is often assumed that artificial intelligence would eliminate jobs and raise unemployment. The same was assumed when the Internet was in its early stages, but the internet opened far more new doors and provided individuals with new work prospects that no one could have imagined at the time. With the progress of Artificial Intelligence, we can say the same thing is possible. This paper shall examines the concepts of artificial intelligence and the place of job creation, it shall discuss the relevance of job creation and AI perspectives, examine criticism from different scholar regarding the two concepts and the role of artificial intelligence and job creation will be mention which are; skill transformation, job displacement, debate, organizational productivity, entrepreneurship development in generating new employment opportunities, while enhancing productivity. However, the effective utilization of AI for job creation requires adequate training, digital literacy, and supportive government policies that encourage innovation and workforce development. Recommendations are; emerging economies should prioritize, Strengthen Technical and Vocational Education (TVET), Promote Inclusive AI Policies, Invest in Digital Infrastructure, Support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs, Encourage Public–Private Partnerships, Foster Entrepreneurship and Startup Ecosystems. SBTC theory was adopted as a frame work this paper. So therefore, embracing artificial intelligence while investing in human capacity building is essential for maximizing its potential to generate sustainable employment opportunities and contribute to national development.