Electioneering in Nigeria like other democratic nations are characterized by effective media coverage. In Nigeria, the media are critical stakeholders in electoral process and have over the years retained focus, informing and educating the public on the process and system of governance. Since 1999, Nigeria has experienced an unbroken chain in democratic governance with seven general elections. Within these years, the media have been at the centre stage as watchdogs of democracy. The media along the ages have also advanced in line with technology and innovation. The global waves towards digital coverage, Newmedia and currently Artificial Intelligence have accordingly influenced news coverage in Nigeria. Though, there are obvious challenges, the media have subtly prevailed and discharged their duties satisfactorily. In recent times the advent of artificial intelligence and its influence have garnered popularity. This recent invention of (AI) has technically influenced the globe across disciplines with strong traits of superiority and dominance. There is however a growing apprehension that trends of AI possess great threat to development and this extends to all facets of life including the media. This study weighs the prevailing impact of AI onelectoral news coverage in Nigeria. The paper establish serial impacts, strengths and frailties as regards electoral news coverage in Nigeria. The study anchors on two media theories of technology dominance and diffusion of innovation, using qualitative research method design with analysis relying solely on exploratory case study. This study established a link and departure from the old era to the new age of AI with specified problems and prospects. Keywords: News coverage, artificial intelligence, breakthrough, setback.