By: Ankeli Emmanuel, Sokoto
The Department of Mass Communication, Usmanu Danfodiyo University is set to host its maiden international conference beginning from 7th June, 2026 with the theme, “Media And National Development In The Era Of Artificial Intelligence” a statement by
Dr Danladi Bako has confirmed.
Dr. Bako, who is the Chairman Organising Committee of the conference divulged that the former United Nations General Assembly President Prof Tijjani Muhammad-Bande will chair international conference.
Giving details of the conference, Dr. Bako said, June 7th being the 1st day will witness a pre- conference lecture by Prof. Fatma El-Sayed of Cairo University Egypt at 1pm.
The conference will critically digest media and its intersection with artificial intelligence in an ever-changing digital world”, will be officially opened on June 8th at the University Auditorium by chief host and Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Bashir Garba.
Stressing how prepared and delighted the institution feels to host such a conference of international applause, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bashir said, “We are very ready to host the international academic community”
Part of the statement by Dr. Bako said the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University Governing Council Professor Attahiru Jega will be in attendance at the opening ceremony along with his council members.
Highlight of the conference is the Keynote lecture by double Fulbright scholar Professor Kehbuma Langmia of Howard University, Washington DC, United States of America.
The Mass Communication development will unveil the maiden edition of its journal titled “Alkalami”.(Daylight Reporters)
