Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has delivered a striking warning about the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, describing it as a double-edged force that could either transform societies for the better—or unleash serious global risks.
Speaking in a strongly worded reflection on emerging technologies, Bagbin cautioned that while artificial intelligence offers immense promise in areas such as governance, education, healthcare, and economic development, it also carries “both promise and peril” if left unchecked.
His comments add to growing global concern over how AI systems are being developed and deployed at breakneck speed, often outpacing regulation and ethical safeguards. Bagbin stressed the need for urgent frameworks to ensure the technology serves humanity rather than undermining it.
According to him, the world stands at a critical crossroads where innovation must be balanced with responsibility. He warned that without proper oversight, AI could deepen inequality, threaten jobs, and even be misused in ways that destabilize societies.
The Speaker’s remarks have sparked fresh debate among policymakers and tech observers, especially in Africa, where governments are racing to harness digital transformation while grappling with limited regulatory infrastructure.
As the AI revolution accelerates, Bagbin’s message lands with urgency: embrace the future—but do not ignore the risks hiding beneath its promise.
