****International Conference on Data Science in the modern world of ICT: Aremu Commends the African School of Economics
.*******””UNESCO Laureate Tasks Stakeholders on Exploring The Benefits of Data Science in modern world of ICT.
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Africa Information Technology Consultancy, Prof. Sir Bashiru Aremu, has commended the efforts of the Management of African School of Economics, Abuja, Nigeria, guest lecturers, and participants worldwide at the international conference on Artificial Intelligence in a modern world of Information Communication Technology.
The Media Group of Africa Information Technology Consultancy learnt this from Prof. Sir Bashiru Aremu in a telephone chat with our reporter today, being Wednesday, September 16, 2025, as he briefed on the outcome of his recent International conference
on Data Science in modern world of ICT, with Management of African School of Economics Abuja, Nigeria.
UNESCO Laureate who used the medium to commend the management of African School of Economics, Abuja, Nigeria for its support of the International Conference, anchored on the theme: “Data Science in modern world of ICT” The event brought together renowned scholars and experts to share insights and knowledge on the role of Data Science in the global society.
Speaking briefly on the outcome of the international conference, Professor Aremu stated: “We encourage major stakeholders in the Data Science Sector to join hands in this clarion call or advocacy on the need for global use of Data Science as modern tools for ICT Development in our day to day life. Most importantly, I commend the management of African School of Economics for their support as the international event ended successfully.
African School of Economics, Abuja, Nigeria is a full-fledge conventional institution promoting research and excellence in all fields of academic endeavours.
The conference featured guest speakers like Professor Abiodun Amuda-Kanike SAN from Kwara State University and Associate Professor, Dr. Shama Hussein, Dean of Students Affairs at Crown University International Chartered Inc. in the USA. Africa who enlightened the global audience on Data protection laws globally and Nigeria in particular. Other guest speakers in attendance include: Alh. Barr. Dr. Abdul-Azeez Alatooye, the Ameer, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at in Nigeria, Prof. Arumugu Persmal, a Director of global partnership with Crown University international in the India Campus, Prof. Shaji George, a member Board of Trustees from Saudi Arabia. Also in attendance are Professors Abdur-Rahman Abdullaah, the Vice Chancellor of Minaret University, Ikirun, Nigeria, the convener of the conference also in attendance is Sir. Balogun Taofeeq Adekunle, a PhD researcher with Crown University International Chartered Inc., who also doubles as HOD Academic Affairs with Africa Information Technology Consultancy.
The Africa Information Technology Consultancy is officially registered with the Federal Government of Nigeria. AITC is a global chartered and accredited organization with partnerships with renowned institutions worldwide, including the World Accreditation Commission USA, an official partner of UNESCO.
“The consultancy aims towards utilizing Data science in ICT to foster learning and collaboration within academia, industry, government agencies, and communities.
The Africa Information Technology Consultancy has partnerships with various organizations, including Dubai World Trade Centre, Crown University International Chartered Inc. in the USA, and the Unity of Nations Action for Climate Change Council (UNACCC), an official partner of the United Nations. These partnerships demonstrate the consultancy’s commitment to promoting adoption of Data Science on ICT utilization and sustainable development”.
Who Is Prof. Sir Bashiru Aremu?
A distinguished Nigerian scholar in computer science and information technology, Prof. Aremu has garnered international acclaim, notably as the First African UNESCO Laureate, a distinction formally recognised by UNESCO’s Central & South America Centre (Reg. Arg. 22/LT‑19; ISBN 978‑1571‑7412‑6). His accolades of the Prize include the Global Golden Medal and Global Golden Certificate with others support from UNESCO for outstanding achievements and his contribution in education, creativity, and intellectual innovation
He currently holds several high-profile academic and leadership roles, among them:
Vice Chancellor, Crown University International Chartered Inc., USA
Chairman, Board of Trustees, Kings & Queens Medical University College, Ghana
Chairman Board of Trustees of Unity of Nations Action for Climate Change Council UNACCC an official Partner of United Nations and other organizations world wide
Chairman, Accreditation Panels at Nigerian universities apart he holds various other positions across the world
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