My research is positioned at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and international law. I have an educational background in regulatory law, which provided the basis for my early research roles. First, under a WHO-UNAIDS initiative, I examined legal frameworks governing human HIV vaccine trials in several countries. This introduced me to the ways in which law can respond to complex ethical and scientific challenges.
Subsequently, I held a research position at a law firm, concentrating on legal and policy considerations in the broadcasting and telecommunications sectors. This exposed me to the evolving landscape of technology regulation and sparked my broader interest in the governance of innovation.
To deepen my understanding of the strategic, financial, and operational dimensions of decision-making in regulated environments, I pursued an MPhil in Management at the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School. Considered alongside my legal education, this interdisciplinary foundation has equipped me to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and navigate the regulatory, institutional and societal complexities of policymaking in innovation-driven sectors.
My diverse educational background has supported work across domains of research, law, policy, and consulting in cities including New York, Toronto, Lagos, Abuja, and Johannesburg. This exposure to varied contexts has deepened my appreciation for the challenges of governing emerging technologies in a globalized world. My current research explores the prospects for AI regulation and governance, particularly under international law.
Research
My research investigates the emergence of a norm on responsible AI under international law. As a transformative technology, AI is reshaping key areas of society, including agriculture, criminal justice, education, employment, environment, finance, healthcare, media and communications, public administration, and transportation, among others. Its rapid development and deployment offer significant benefits, but also raise legal and ethical concerns. These include risks to human rights, national security, and socioeconomic stability, whether caused by deliberate misuse or by unintended consequences of AI systems.
The global reach of AI technologies complicates regulatory responses, as tools and systems developed in one jurisdiction are often deployed across borders. This challenges the adequacy of domestic legal frameworks and raises important questions about the role of international law. My research seeks to examine how international legal norms are evolving in response to AI, specifically assessing the extent to which a coherent legal framework for responsible AI has emerged. My work contributes to the discourse on global AI regulation and governance by addressing the critical question of whether international law can develop effective, enforceable mechanisms for governing AI in an interconnected world.