The University of Lagos (UNILAG) will host the 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (MIRG-ICAIR 2025) from November 4–6, 2025, at the Jelili Adebisi Omotola Hall. The event will bring together researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world.
Organized by UNILAG’s Machine Intelligence Research Group (MIRG) in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency – NITDA IT Hub (NITHUB), this year’s theme is “Building Sustainable AI-Driven Digital Transformation Infrastructure for African Economies.”
Over three days, the conference will explore how AI and robotics can drive inclusive growth and address challenges across governance, health, finance, education, and sustainability.
The program includes keynotes, panel discussions, peer-reviewed paper sessions, hands-on workshops, and an exhibition.
Dr. Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and one of Time’s Top 100 Most Influential People in AI, will serve as the special guest of honor. The Vice Chancellor of UNILAG, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, will host the proceedings.
Confirmed speakers include Prof. Muhammed Abdul-Mageed (University of British Columbia); Dr. Avishkar Bhoopchand (Google DeepMind, London); Prof. Chijioke Okorie (University of Pretoria); Dr. Sanmi Koyejo (Stanford University); Fatima Tambajang (NVIDIA); Dr. Bunmi Ajala (National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Abuja); Ndidi M. Elue (Google DeepMind, New York); Dr. Bayo Adekanmbi (Data Science Nigeria); Alex Tsado (Alliance4AI); and Dr. Tajudeen Gwadabe (Masakhane African Languages Hub).
“The goal of MIRG-ICAIR 2025 is to deepen Africa’s capacity for AI-driven transformation through sustainable digital infrastructure and collaborative innovation networks,” said Dr. Victor Odumuyiwa, the conference convener. “Our continent stands at a crucial point where technology can accelerate inclusive development. This conference provides a platform to shape that future through knowledge, partnerships, and shared vision.”
Participants can register and access program details at: icair.unilag.edu.ng.