Google has expanded access to its artificial intelligence tools and language support in Nigeria, as part of efforts to broaden the reach of advanced AI technologies across the country.
The company said the latest update aims to ensure that its AI-powered experiences reach communities that need them the most, while supporting creativity, learning, and entrepreneurship.
The rollout follows Google’s recent expansion of its AI image generation tools in Nigeria, allowing users to create high-quality images directly through Google Search and Google Lens.
The feature enables users to generate professional visuals simply by describing what they want to see using the Google app or a mobile browser.
According to the company, the technology is powered by its latest image model, Nano Banana 2, which is designed to produce detailed images quickly while understanding the context of user prompts.
Google said the system delivers more realistic and consistent visuals compared with earlier tools.
The tech giant said the initiative is part of its broader effort to democratise access to advanced digital tools for students, entrepreneurs, artists, and content creators across Nigeria.
Speaking on the rollout, Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade said the company aims to make cutting-edge technology available to a wider audience.
“We want to make sure the best technology is accessible to everyone. Nigerians are some of the most creative people in the world, and today we’re expanding these tools to give them a new way to express that,” he said.
He added that the new capabilities could help a small business owner visualise a storefront design in Yaba directly from a smartphone, while a storyteller could develop a consistent character for a digital comic set in Lagos within seconds.
The development comes as Nigeria continues to emerge as one of the fastest-growing markets for artificial intelligence adoption.
A recent report by Google in partnership with Ipsos titled “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the Hands of More People” found that Nigerians are rapidly embracing AI tools across education, work, and entrepreneurship.
The report highlighted growing optimism about the role of AI in driving innovation and creating new economic opportunities, particularly among young people and digital entrepreneurs.
Analysts say the increasing availability of AI technologies could further strengthen Nigeria’s position in the global digital economy while supporting job creation and creative industries.
