UDUS To Host First International Media Conference Beginning June 7th
UDUS To Host First International Media Conference Beginning June 7th
By Ankeli Emmanuel, Sokoto
The Department of Mass Communication, Usmanu Danfodiyo University is set to host it’s maiden international conference begining 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. Danladi, 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. Danladi 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 international 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”.
Read Also: Governor Fintiri Visits Adamawa Scholarship Students in Turkey,…
Part of the statement by Dr Danladi Bako read, “The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University Governing Council Professor Attahiru Jega will be in attendance as well 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 theme of the Conference is “Media and National Development in the Era of Artificial intelligence” and this will set the trajectory for robust intellectual discussions by lead paper Presenters and panelists drawn from different universities from Nigeria and stakeholders from the Nigerian society.
“It is expected that the department of Mass Communication of the host University will also unveil the maiden edition of its journal titled ALKALAMI Journal of Communication and Media Studies.
The four day promises to be memorable and fulfilling for visitors and the academic community at large”,
Dr Danladi Bako assured.
