Nigeria, Sept. 11 -- Some communication experts have emphasised the importance of ethics and compassion in navigating the digital age, urging responsible use of technology and artificial intelligence (AI).

They spoke on Wednesday at the retirement and 70th birthday celebration of Olujimi Kayode, a professor of mass communication and ethicist at the Lagos State University (LASU).

The event featured a panel discussion, moderated by Tunde Akanni, a professor of media and conflict resolution studies, focused on the theme: "The imperative of communication ethics in the digital age."

In his comments, Abiodun Bamigboye, a board member of the Lagos State Teaching Commission (TESCOM), described ethics as the rule of conduct that addresses moral...