As the Ibeg To Differ Secondary School Debate Tournament, organized by NIGERIA INFO FM, approaches its crescendo, debate enthusiasts are gearing up for a Wednesday showdown that promises both intellectual rigor and spirited competition. The semi-finals, scheduled for August 27, will showcase the finest young debaters tackling some of the most pressing issues in technology and education today.
The first semi-final at 4:00 pm features Olajolo Akinloluwa facing off against Majesty Ojochegbe. Their battleground: the provocative question, “AI-Generated Content Should Be Considered Original and Protected by Copyright.” In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, this debate strikes at the heart of creativity, authorship, and legal protections. Akinloluwa and Ojochegbe will have to navigate the delicate balance between technological innovation and ethical responsibility, challenging the audience to consider whether machines can truly “own” their creations—or if originality remains a fundamentally human domain.
Following this intellectual sparring at 5:00 pm, the second semi-final will pit Godsgoodness Kokoette against Ifeoluwa Olaiya. Their topic, “AI Will Teach Students Better Than Human Teachers,” brings education into the digital age. With AI-driven learning tools becoming ubiquitous, the debate will explore whether technology can match—or even surpass—the nuance, empathy, and adaptability of human educators. Kokoette and Olaiya will need to convince judges not only of the practical benefits of AI in the classroom but also of its limitations, ensuring a well-rounded examination of this increasingly relevant question.
These semi-final matchups reflect more than just competitive spirit—they represent a generation wrestling with the ethical, educational, and creative implications of artificial intelligence. As these young debaters prepare their arguments, they remind us that the conversations about AI are not confined to the boardrooms of tech companies or legislative chambers; they are happening in classrooms and auditoriums, shaping the perspectives of tomorrow’s leaders.
For viewers and listeners of NIGERIA INFO FM, this semi-final promises not just a contest of knowledge but a showcase of passion, critical thinking, and eloquence. Whether one agrees with AI’s creative and educational potential or not, the debates will challenge everyone to rethink what it means to learn, teach, and create in the 21st century.
As Wednesday approaches, the stage is set, the topics are timely, and the debaters are ready. The I beg To Differ semi-finals are more than a competition—they are a reflection of a society negotiating the future with its youth at the helm.
