Imo SWAN organizes a seminar on the ethical use of artificial intelligence in sports journalism

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By Silvernews

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, will hold a capacity building workshop aimed at strengthening the ethical and professional use of Artificial Intelligence in the practice of sports journalism.
The training, themed “Ethics and Professionalism in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence”, will take place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the OtownGist Media and Creative Hub in Owerri, the Imo State capital.

According to a press release signed by the chapter secretary, Tunde Liadi, the initiative is organized under the leadership of Imo SWAN Chairman, Cosmos Chukwuemeka, as part of ongoing efforts to upskill sports journalists in the state in line with global digital media trends.

The workshop is expected to bring together sports writers and media professionals across the state to engage on emerging technologies shaping news production, distribution and audience engagement.

The resource person for the training, Chinedu Hardy Nwadike, founder of OtownGist Media and Creative Hub, will guide participants through practical sessions on how AI can be effectively applied in sports reporting. These include match reporting, interview transcription, content generation and digital publishing workflows.

Beyond the technical aspects, the program will place a strong emphasis on journalistic ethics, originality, accuracy and credibility. Participants will also be guided on the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools, fact-checking techniques, and maintaining editorial integrity in an era of rapidly evolving media technology.

Organizers noted that the session will also include live demonstrations showing how AI tools can be integrated into newsroom operations to improve speed and efficiency without compromising professional standards.

Imo SWAN leadership said the training is part of its commitment to continuously develop members’ skills, especially as artificial intelligence continues to reshape global journalism practices.