Imo SWAN to train sports journalists on use of AI in reporting
By Athan Agbakwuru, Owerri
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, Imo State Chapter has concluded arrangements for a focused capacity-building session on ethical use of artificial intelligence, AI, without losing professional standards.
The training programme which will hold Tuesday, May 12, 2026, will take place at OtownGist Media and Creative Hub, Owerri at the instance of the leadership of Cosmos Chukwuemeka; as indicated in a press statement signed by Imo SWAN Secretary, Tunde Liadi.
The session titled, “Ethics & Professionalism in the Generative AI Era,” has Chinedu Hardy Nwadike, Founder of OtownGist Media and Creative Hub, as the resource person for the workshop.
Liadi explained that the one-day programme “will equip participants with practical knowledge on using AI tools for faster and more efficient sports reporting cum covering match reports, interview transcription, content creation, and digital distribution.”
He added, “Beyond tools, the training will strongly emphasize accuracy, originality, and credibility, guiding journalists on responsible AI use, fact verification, and maintaining editorial integrity in a rapidly evolving media space.
“Live demonstrations will also show how AI fits into real-time newsroom operations.”
