Speaker
Description
Garba, S. M.
Umaru Sanda Ahmadu College of Education, Minna Niger State , Nigeria.
garbasannik@gmail.com
Track: Digital Transformation in Higher Education
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is widely recognized as a catalyst for transformative education which goes beyond rote learning, examination results and even beyond career path. Transformative education is comprehensive in approach as it aims to nurture critical thinkers, responsible citizens and socially conscious innovators that would drive positive and sustainable changes in our societies. This can be achieved by harnessing technologies and using innovative pedagogical practices. These innovative pedagogy not only foster critical thinking and creativity but also strengthen institutional resilience, enabling adaptive responses to disruptions such as pandemics, economic constraints, security challenges and political unrest. Importantly, the integration of AI must be context sensitive, embedding African cultural values to ensure that technological adoption reinforces rather than erodes identity. Through case studies and strategic frameworks, this presentation highlights how African universities can responsibly integrate AI to build inclusive, future-ready education systems that balance innovation with heritage. Ultimately, AI be harness in a manner that it offers a pathway to sustainable transformation, preparing graduates for global competitiveness while safeguarding Africa’s unique cultural identity.