Name: 10th U6+ Consortium of African Universities International Conference
Start: 2026-09-08T08:00:00+03:00
End: 2026-09-11T22:00:00+03:00
Location: Unversity of Eldoret

Monday, 7 September 2026
Tuesday, 8 September 2026

15:30 Vice-Chancellor’s AGM

15:30 - 17:00

18:30 Cocktail
Cocktail
18:30 - 20:30

20:30 Delegates Depart for Hotels

20:30 - 20:40
Wednesday, 9 September 2026

08:00 Registration

08:00 - 09:00
Room: Kerio
09:00 Opening Ceremony
09:00 - 10:45
Room: Kerio
Contributions

09:00 Anthems, Prayer, Entertainment - MC

09:00 Remarks / Introductions - Prof. Nicholas Makau – Chair, LOC (University of Eldoret) Prof. Phillip Raburu - DVC PRE (University of Eldoret)

09:10 Introduction of UoE / U6 Video - ICT (University of Eldoret)

09:15 Welcome Remarks Vice-Chancellor -UoE - Prof. Thomas Cheruiyot - Vice Chancellor (University of Eldoret)

09:30 Brief Remarks Chairman of Council - UoE - Dr. Burro Hassan

09:45 Introduction of Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Education & Guest of Honour - Prof. Thomas Cheruiyot - VC (University of Eldoret)

09:50 Speech by Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Education - Hon. Julius Migos Ogamba - Cabinet Secretary (Ministry of Education)

10:10 Introduction of Prime Cabinet Secretary - Hon. Julius Migos Ogamba - Cabinet Secretary (Ministry of Education)

10:15 Guest of Honour Presentation & Official Opening of conference - H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, EGH (Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs)
10:45 Group Photo

10:45 - 11:05
Room: Kerio

11:05 Health Break

11:05 - 11:25
Room: Dinning Hall
11:25 Plenary Session
11:25 - 13:15
Room: Kerio
Contributions

11:25 Chair of Consortium - Prof. Herbert Robinson - VC (University of the Gambia)

11:35 Goodwill Messages from Vice Chancellors

12:05 CEO's - KAA / NRF / KWS / KEFRI / KENIA / KERRA / KENHA / NACOSTI / TVET-CDACC / APHRC

12:35 Key Note Speaker - Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak - PS (State Department for Science, Research & Innovation)
13:15 Lunch Break

13:15 - 14:00
Room: Dinning Hall
14:00 Agriculture & Food Systems
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Rimoi
Contributions

14:00 Nutritional Quality, Antioxidant Potential, and Sensory Acceptability of Biscuits Enriched with Hermetia illucens and Gonimbrasia belina Flours - Vusi Vincent Mshayisa (Department of Food Science and Technology, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa)

14:12 Integrative Multivariate Assessment of Wheat–Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) Composite Flours: Nutritional Quality, Techno-functional, and Structural Characterisation - Vusi Vincent Mshayisa (Department of Food Science and Technology, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Bellville, 7535, South Africa)

14:24 Genetic Variability and Heritability of Key Agronomic Traits in Mutation-Derived Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Genotypes Evaluated Across Diverse Environments in Kenya - Ego Kibiwott Amos (Department of Biotechnology, University of Eldoret)

14:36 Morphological Characterization and Distribution of Guizotia abyssinica (L.f.) Cass. and Guizotia scabra (Vis.) Chiov. in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya - Billy Kipkemboi (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O Box 1125-30100, Kenya)

14:48 Nuclear Breeding for Nutritious Food Systems: Morpho-Genetic Diversity, Bio-Fortification, and Yield Stability of Gamma-Irradiated Lablab purpureus in Kenya - Steven Kimno (Department of Biotechnology, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Salt resistance in cowpea-bradyrhizobium combination for improved production in saline soils. - Reuben K. Limo (Department of Biological Sciences, School of Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret Kenya)

15:12 Urban Agriculture and Multi-dimensional Household Food and Nutrition Security in a Secondary African City: Evidence from Eldoret City, Kenya - George Omusotsi Okusimba (chool of Engineering, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:24 Physiological Assessment of Drought Tolerance among Potato Varieties under Greenhouse Conditions - Emmy Chepkoech (Department of Biotechnology, University of Eldoret)

15:36 Morphological Characterization and Diversity Analysis of New Potato [Solanum tuberosum (L.)] Mutant Lines in Kenya - Muasya N. M (University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100)

15:48 Fungal Disease Suppression Dynamics in Sorghum-Legume Intercropping Systems: A Review - Ochran K. Mutai (Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

16:00 Application of chitosan and rosemary extract as natural preservatives in ready-to-eat polony: microbial safety, sensory acceptability, and consumer preference. - Charimba George (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Bellville, Cape Town, South Africa)

16:12 An Existential Challenge: Climate Change Projections for The Gambia Using Global Circulation Models - Christopher Belford (School of Business and Public Administration, University of The Gambia)
Business, Entrepreneurship, Economics
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Sergoit
Contributions

14:00 Mentoring and Life Skills Training as Catalysts for University Students’ Mental Health and Well-Being in Kenya - Zacharia Shitote (School of Business and Management Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

14:12 Artificial Intelligence and Audit Process in Nigeria - Olaniyi Taiwo Azeez (Department of Accounting, Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin)

14:24 Influence of Internship Program Quality on Employability Skills Development Among Kenyan Graduates - Risper Moraa (School of Business, University of Eldoret School of Business, Koitaleel Samoei University College P.O. Box 5–30307, Mosoriot, Kenya)

14:36 Federation Structure as a Driver of Athlete Marketing Support: Implications for Para-Athlete Inclusion in Kenya - Kiptembur K. John (School of Business, Economics and Management Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

14:48 Role of digital transformation in enhancing organizational performance in the Kenyan banking sector: Mediation of organizational agility in emerging economies - Muange, R. (University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Service Accuracy in Smart Hospitality Systems: A Key Driver of Customer Satisfaction in Automated Five-Star Hotel Restaurants in Nairobi, Kenya - Erick V.O. Fwaya (Department of Environmental Studies and Resource Development, Chuka University, Kenya)

15:12 CreditPulse: A Causal AI System for Equitable Credit Risk Assessment in East African Digital Lending Markets - Brian Omare (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, School of Science, University of Eldoret, Kenya.)

15:24 Exploring the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem of Underdog Entrepreneurs in Kibera Informal Settlement, Kenya: what are the enablers? - Grace Mureithi (School of Business, Economics and Management Science University of Eldoret, Kenya)

15:36 Product Development Strategy and Competitive Advantage of Farm Input Distribution Companies in Nakuru County, Kenya - Kiplang’at Gideon NG’ETICH (Department of Business Administration, School of Business and Economics, Kabarak University)

15:48 The influence of public sector regulation on the strategic competitiveness of state-owned enterprises - Abba Walker Masungini (Vaal University of Technology, Department of Accountancy, Andries Potgieter Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa)
Education & Human Capital development
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Kerio 1
Contributions

14:00 The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Teaching Arabic Literature - Ahmad Abubakar Agbaje (Department of Arabic and Islamic, College of Arts, Fountain University, Osogbo)

14:12 The complexity of digitalized education in the Global South - Rampersad R (Faculty of Business and Management Sciences, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)

14:24 Strategies Perceived by ICT Trainers on CBET Implementation towards Enhancing ICT Employability Skills in TVET Institutions in Bungoma County, Kenya - Collins Wabwile Walucho (School of Education, University of Eldoret, Kenya.)

14:36 Digital transformation and skill development for twenty first century entrepreneurship and youth empowerment in Africa - Lawrence F. Ademiluyi (Department of Business and Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria)

14:48 Effect of Sports Participation on Retention of Primary School Going Children in Karamoja Region of Uganda - Paul Opio (Department of Health Promotion and Sports Science, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya)

15:00 School administrators’ knowledge and awareness of teachers’ mental health in Ilorin south local government of Kwara State, Nigeria - Azeez Arisekola Salman (Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Faculty of Education Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

15:12 From primary to Junior Secondary School (JSS): Learners Adaptation and System Readiness under Kenya’s Competency-Based Education - Naomi Kutto (School of Education, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

15:24 Exploring how to integrate diverse indigenous knowledge in multicultural science classrooms - Chrispen Mutanho (Global Institute for Teacher Education and Society, Cape Peninsula University of Technology)

15:36 Digital Skills and Perceived Employability Among ODeL University Students in Africa: Post-Pandemic Entrepreneurial Recovery Implications - Adeniyi Odunayo Onafadeji (Department of Business Management, College of Economics and Management (CEMS), University of South Africa)

15:48 The availability and utilisation of sanitary facilities in primary schools in Oyun local government area of Kwara State - Ramat Teniola Na-Allah (Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria)

16:00 Funding Models and Effectiveness of Support Services In Public Universities In Kenya and Nigeria: A Qualitative Approach - Cynthia Mutiembu Wanyonyi (Unicaf University, Cyprus)

16:12 Recurring School Fires and Students Unrest in Kenya: Patterns, Causes and Lessons for Educational Governance - Ruth Andambi (School of Education, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Natural Resources, Climate Change & Sustainable Development
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Moiben
Contributions

14:00 A Cross-Cultural Adoption of Bio-Resource/Climate-Smart/Traditional Practice in Animal Production: A Study of Baarak Farm, Cosmopolitan Ilorin Emirate - Abdulrahman Adebayo Suleiman (Department of History and International Studies, Faculty of Arts, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.)

14:12 Indigenous knowledge systems and climate adaptation in northern Kenya - Christopher Kipkoech Saina (School of Environmental Science and Natural Resource Management, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

14:24 Anuran Tadpole Assemblages as Bioindicators of Ecosystem Health in the Ziwa Reservoirs, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya - Enoes Kipngetich (Department of Biological Science, University of Eldoret, P.O Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya)

14:36 Bird Community Structure across Wetlands in Western Kenya in Relation to Habitat Characteristics and Disturbance - Daniel Mokaya Mogaka (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya)

14:48 Environmental education as a strategy for effective waste management in developing nations: Evidence from Nigeria - Mohammed Sani (Department of Geography and Remote Sensing, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Kwara State University, Kwara State, Malete.)

15:00 Water Quality Assessment Using Aquatic Insect Diversity in Leaf-Litter and Leave-Packs in Igbokoda Streams Southwest Nigeria - Adu, B.W. (The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria)

15:12 Explainable Machine Learning Model for Distillery Effluent Treatment and Management - Clifford Obiewa (Kabarak University)

15:24 Working with Nature: Integrating Climate Information Systems and Indigenous Resource Knowledge for Sustainable Food and Nutrition Security in Murang'a County, Kenya - Ruth Wambui Wainaina (African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS), Nairobi, Kenya)

15:36 Wetland Ecosystem Service Use and Household Welfare: Econometric Evidence from the River Nyando Basin, Kenya - Michael Wayumba (University of Eldoret)

15:48 Suppression of horsefly (Diptera: Tabanidae) populations by dung beetles (Scarabaeinae). - Linnet Gohole (University of Eldoret)

16:00 Contradictory View of Vulnerability of Africa to Climate Change: A Call for Holistic Actions Towards Climate Resilience and Development - N. J. Bello (Department of Water Resources Management & Agricultural Meteorology Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria)

16:12 Spatio-temporal dynamics of forest and tree cover in Tharaka Nithi County: Implications for sustainable land management and green infrastructure - Mugambi David Mbuba (Department of Environmental Studies and Resource Development; Chuka University, Chuka, Kenya)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

14:00 Predicting the Environmental Impact of Star Rated Hotels using Machine Learning in Nairobi City, Kenya. - Otieno R. Argwings (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

14:12 Design and performance simulation of a pyrethrum (Tanacetum cinerariifolium) harvester using artificial neural network and fuzzy logic optimization - Mwamba, A., (Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

14:24 Yellow Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus L.): A Promising Crop for Food and Nutritional Security in Kenya and East Africa - Emily J. Too (University of Eldoret)

14:36 CO2 Electrocatalytic Reduction to Formaldehyde and Formic acid on Nanostructured Cu2 O/TiO2 Anatase (101) System - Maliatso, L (Department of Physics, University of Eldoret)

14:48 A mathematical model of Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in university education - Mercy Jemutai Kimutai (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Formation of Conjugated Polyenes, Malondialdehyde and Methylglyoxal in French Fries Produced with Four Different Types of Oils - Kevin O. Aduol (School of Food and Nutrition Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya)

15:12 Mechanistic Elucidation of Chromium Rhizofiltration in Colocasia esculenta and Xanthosoma sagittifolium: A Review on Speciation Dynamics, Biochemical Detoxification, and Rhizosphere Microbiome Responses - Nyambura Janerose (Department of Environmental Sciences, School of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:24 KOHA–ERP integration for automated library user management and service delivery: A case study of the University of Eldoret, Kenya - Titus K.R. Too (University of Eldoret, Kenya)

15:36 Darwins tree of life – Is it dying or is it dead? - Donald F. Otieno (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret)

15:48 Design and Simulation of a Compact Thin-Film Lithium Niobate-on-Insulator (TFLNOI) Waveguide for Second-Harmonic Generation - Jackson Okwemba (Department of Physics, University of Eldoret)

16:00 In silico Identification of Multi-Target Phytochemicals from Artemisia annua and Aloe barbadensis Against Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus - Loice Naswa Wechuli (Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Social Sciences & Community Development
14:00 - 16:30
Room: Sosian C
Contributions

14:00 Beyond Uhuru: Reclaiming African Epistemologies in Higher Education Institutions - Andrew Wambua (Global Institute for Teacher Education and Society (GITES), Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa.)

14:12 The Making of an African Anime: A Practice-Based Exploration of African Visual Storytelling Through Comic-to-Animation Production - Collen Matimele (Graphic Design, Department, Eduvos Pretoria, South Africa)

14:24 Digital Activism and Youth-Led Protest in Kenya: Framing, Mobilization, and State Response during the 2024 Anti-Finance Bill Demonstrations - Bornes Korir (University of Eldoret)

14:36 Artificial Intelligence and Tertiary Education in Nigeria : Interrogating Government Policies and Feedback on Technological Education - Saliu Danlad Yusuf (Department of History and International Studies, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

14:48 Industrial Revolution and Inclusiveness for Sustainable Development in Libraries age of Alexandra the Great and the Modern Libraries in Nigeria - Abdullahi Mohammad Ibrahim (University of Ilorin, Ilorin Nigeria)

15:00 The He-goat Exit: Neutralising the Stench - Abdul-Karim Kamara (University of The Gambia)

15:12 The Political Economy of Mineral Extraction: Marble, Inter-Group Relations, and Socio-Economic Dynamics in Lade, Kwara State, Nigeria - Suleiman Abdul-Rahman Adebayo (Department of History and International Studies, Faculty of Arts, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.)

15:24 Good Governance and Democratisation in Africa: A Reflection on the Gains and Pains of Nigeria - Bakare Adebola Rafiu (Department of Political Science, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

15:36 Reassessing Human–Chimpanzee Relatedness and Human Exceptionalism Through Contemporary Genomic Evidence - Richard Ochieng’ (University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:48 Mentorship at a Boys’ Shelter: An Exercise in Engaged Scholarship - D. Matsaung

16:00 English and French as gatekeepeers: Language dominance and inclusive innovation in Africa's 5IR - Afsat Sanni-Suleiman (Department of French, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

16:12 Digital citizen journalism for preservation of african oral traditions; a school-centric communication model among the kamba community in kenya - Virginia Mutheu (University of Eldoret School of Arts & social sciences Dept. of Communication & media studies)
16:30 Health Break

16:30 - 16:45
Room: Dinning Hall
16:45 Agriculture & Food Systems
16:45 - 18:00
Room: Rimoi
Contributions

16:45 Tracing and reconnecting the weak links in the nutrition-sensitive African famine vegetables value chains of Rusinga and Mfangano islands using agritech - Denis Ouma (Kaimosi Friends University, School of Business and Economics)

16:57 Yield Performance and Genotype-Environment Interaction of Grain Amaranth Accessions Across Two Agro-Ecological Sites in Kenya - Cecilia Kawira Magiri (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

17:09 Commercial Plant Tissue Culture and Aeroponic Minituber Production: A Sustainable Enterprise Model for University Resource Mobilization - Miriam Kinyua (University of Eldoret)

17:21 Root architectural traits linked to phosphorus acquisition efficiency in grain sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) in deficient soils - Festus Otieno (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

17:33 Contribution of Indigenous Food Plants to Household Food Security and Livelihoods of the Tiriki Community Living Adjacent to Kakamega Forest, Kenya. - Hellen Ipara (Department of Wildlife Management, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Education & Human Capital development
16:45 - 18:00
Room: Kerio 1
Contributions

16:45 Training Opportunities as Predictors of School Effectiveness in Public Secondary Schools in North-Central Nigeria - Muritala Adaramaja Sheu (Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete , Nigeria)

16:57 Latent Profiles of Faculty Adoption of Large Language Models and AI Tools in Higher Education - Lily Siele (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

17:09 An Optimized BiLSTM Autoencoder for Low-Resource Hausa–English Speech-to-Speech Translation - Jumoke Falilat Ajao (Department of Computer Science, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

17:21 From Static to Smart: A K-Means Clustering and NLP Model for Transforming Selective Dissemination of Information Services in Kenyan Universities - Titus K.R. Too (University of Eldoret, Kenya)

17:33 Inclusive Early Childhood Education for Sustainable Human Capital Development in Africa Fifth Industrial Revolution - Hafeez T. Sulyman (Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education, and Department of Special Education, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria.)

17:45 Leveraging Computer Simulations to Improve Lesson Delivery and Time Utilization in Secondary School Physics: Evidence from Kangundo Sub-County, Kenya - Kulu Dorcas Mutheu (Department of Centre for Teacher Education, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Natural Resources, Climate Change & Sustainable Development
16:45 - 18:00
Room: Moiben
Contributions

16:45 Landfill site licensing efficiency in South Africa: compliance, governance gaps and environmental risk in the Upper Vaal Catchment Area - Malise Noe (Department of Life Science, Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa)

16:57 E-Mobility for Environmental Sustainability - Lydia Nyawira Mburia

17:09 The effects of green technologies on environmental and economic sustainability: The mediating role of circular economy - Xitshembhiso Difference Chauke (Vaal University of Technology, Department of Marketing, Retail Business and Sport Management, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa.)

17:21 Bridging water governance and infrastructure gaps for climate-resilient smallholder farming in South Africa - Evans Shoko (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)

17:33 Metabolomics of drought tolerance in coastal plants: An in-depth review of Trachyandra divaricata (Jacq.) Kunth (Asphodelaceae - Ayakha Tshayingwe (Department of Horticultural Sciences, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Bellville, South Africa)

17:45 Climate Change on Agricultural Livelihoods, Migration and Food Security in Osi-Ekiti LGA of Kwara State - Fasilat Olajumoke Rafiu (Department of Geography and Remote Sensing, Kwara State University Malete, Nigeria)
One Health & Well Being [Virtual]
16:45 - 18:00
Room: Sosian C
Contributions

16:45 Ensemble learning and explainable AI in medical diagnostics: A synthesized review towards integrated disease classification - Spencer Waliaula Mabonga (Kabarak University)

16:57 Exploring the Role of HAART in Addressing Nutritional Deficiencies and Anaemia Among HIV-Infected Adults in Ghana: Insights from a Comparative Cross-Sectional Study - Isaiah Kofi Arhin (Department of Molecular Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.)

17:09 Ethical Challenges in Antimicrobial Stewardship: Perspectives of Healthcare Providers at Kenyatta National Hospital - Ian Itolondo Mutoro (University of Nairobi)

17:21 Ethnopharmacological study of nature-based remedies used in dementia management among caregivers inIlorin, Nigeria - Ghazali Muhammad Taiwo (Department of Pharmacognosy and Drug Development, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Ilorin)

17:33 Risk behaviours and level of knowledge as contributing factors to cervical screening among tertiary institutions in north central Nigeria - Eniola R Kadir (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Nigeria)

17:45 Association Between Ambient Air Pollutants and Respiratory Health Symptoms Among Secondary School Children in Lagos State - Laro, K.O (Department of Geography and Environmental Management, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation
16:45 - 18:00
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

16:45 Lexical Semantics-Aware Recurrent Neural Network for Efficient Spam Detection and Classification - James Gitongori Ombogo (School of Science & Informatics, Department of Informatics and Computing, Taita Taveta University, Voi Kenya.)

16:57 On the solution of confined aquifer flow equations: Approach of finite differences - Julius Maremwa (University of Eldoret)

17:09 Investigating the Reasons Why Construction in Kenya is Becoming Programmatic and the Challenges People Face in Building Homes - Siringi Daniel Ogwoka (University of Eldoret, School of Engineering)

17:21 Integrating Random Forests and Bayesian Additive Regression Trees into Bayesian Propensity Score Matching - N. Kollongei (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

17:33 Translating Selected Artificial Intelligence Terminologies into Yoruba for Sustainable Transformation in Indigenous Science - Aliy Abdulwahid Adebisi (Department of Arabic & Transnational Studies, Faculty of Arts, University of Ilorin, Ilorin)

17:45 Productivity of Anopheles gambiae breeding habitats in Chwele in Western Kenya Highlands - Okumu N. A. (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)
18:00 Departure of Guests to Hotels

18:00 - 18:05
Thursday, 10 September 2026

08:00 Registration

08:00 - 09:00
Room: Kerio
09:00 Plenary Session
09:00 - 09:55
Room: Kerio
Contributions

09:00 Remarks/ Introductions/Recap of Day 1 proceedings - Prof. Argwings Otieno (Member, Local Organizing Committee) Prof. Godfrey Netondo (DVC ASA, University of Eldoret)

09:10 Lead speaker 1 - Emeritus Professor Musbau Adewumi Akanji, PhD, FAS; (Director, Strategic Planning Unit)
09:55 Health Break

09:55 - 10:20
Room: Dinning Hall
10:20 Agriculture & Food Systems [Virtual]
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Rimoi
Contributions

10:20 Assessment of Rural-Urban Youth Migration Effects on Adoption of Sustainable Practices and Food Output in Central River Region South, The Gambia - Lamin K. M. Fatty (Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension,School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences University of The Gambia)

10:32 Shelf-Life of Insect-Based Poultry Feeds Made from Defatted Black Soldier Fly Larvae - Josephine Khatundi Wekesa (Department of Animal Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

10:44 Development, Microbiological and Physicochemical Characterization, and Sensory Evaluation of Probiotic-Enriched Artisanal Cheese - Mugisho Bugeme Arsène (University of Burundi)

10:56 Studies on Cowpea Seedborne Viruses and Transmission Potential to Seedlings in Kwara State, Nigeria - Taiye Hussein Aliyu (University of Ilorin, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Crop Protection, Ilorin-Nigeria)

11:08 Training needs assessment of tomato farmers on climate change vulnerabilities: A Borich Model analysis - Abdulrahman O. L. (Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension Services, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

11:20 Synergistic effects of cattle rumen content and fruit wastes blend on the growth, development, and nutritional composition of black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens L. (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) - Olusegun A. Ojumoola (Entomology Unit, Department of Crop Protection, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:32 Assessment of youth willingness to participate in agricultural activities and its effects on unemployment reduction in north central, Nigeria - Aremu Nuha Salihu (Department of Industrial Relations and Personnel Management,Faculty of Management Sciences University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:44 Influence of steaming conditions and varietal differences on starch composition, digestibility, and glycemic response of plantain-based poundo - Wasiu Awoyale (Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara PMB 1530, Nigeria)

11:56 Effect of Fruit Adulterations on Nutritional Composition and Antioxidant Properties of Selected Fruits - Roise Clare Kwamboka (Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Eldoret)
Education & Human Capital development
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Kerio 1
Contributions

10:20 Availability of Job Opportunities a Determinant of Career Choice in Home Science Education Programmes in Kenyan Universities - Chelagat, A. (University of Eldoret)

10:32 Citizen science integration in climate change education towards the fifth industrial revolution in Kenyan secondary schools - Celestine Jepkemoi (Ngoisa Senior School)

10:44 Advancing the situational philosophy of competency in higher education: Reflections on progressive, constructivist, and humanistic approaches to teaching and learning in African university classrooms - Jacob Lolelea Natade (University of Eldoret)

10:56 In-Service Senior High School Mathematics Teachers’ Readiness to Integrate Artificial Intelligence into Teaching: Evidence from Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana - RHODA BOTCHWAY (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST (UCC))

11:08 Digital co-creation and human capital development through an enhanced service-learning experience - Ignatius Ticha (Faculty of Applied Sciences, Cape Peninsula University of Technology – CPUT)

11:20 Embracing 21st-Century Competencies Through Inclusive and Technology-EnhancedEducation. - Richard Kimeli (Koitalel Samoei University College (A Constituent College of the University of Nairobi))

11:32 Ethical Educational Leadership for Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance in Kenyan Secondary Schools: An African Framework for Sustainable Human Capital Development - Keter David Kiplagat (Department of Education Management, School of Education, University of Eldoret)

11:44 Ethics of Adopting UNESCO’s AI Competency Frameworks: Balancing the Teaching Profession and Learning in African Universities - Jaluo Murunga (School of Education, University of Eldoret)

11:56 Competency Based Education Implementation within Marginalized Groups in Kenya: How School Leadership Practices Shape Integrated Science Curriculum Implementation Fidelity - Richard Wanyonyi (University of Eldoret)

12:08 Evaluation and Comparison of Machine Learning and Classical Models in Predicting Postgraduate Attrition in Kenyan Universities - Julius Koech (University of Eldoret)

12:20 Learner-Centered Instruction and Collaboration Skills In Kiswahili Language Classes: Evidence From Junior Schools In Nandi North Sub-County, Kenya - Mercy Jepkosgei Kibet (Department of Curriculum and Instruction, School of Education, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

12:32 Mapping Higher Education Policy Development in South Africa: Key Actors, Processes, and Implications for the Fifth Industrial Revolution - Divinia Jithoo (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)
Natural Resources, Climate Change & Sustainable Development
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Moiben
Contributions

10:44 Greening the Peace: Napier Grass Cultivation as a Climate-Smart Strategy for Reducing Farmer–Herder Conflict in Nigeria - Dolapo, T. A. (Department of Agricultural Extension & Rural Development, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:56 Analysis of Alternate Wet and Drying irrigation as a strategy for climate change adaptation in rice fields - Gideon Too (Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Natural Resources, Climate Change & Sustainable Development [Virtual]
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Moiben
Contributions

10:20 Spatial vulnerability of households to climate change and environmental sustainable development in Lokoja and its environment, Nigeria: Challenges and opportunities - Samuel Ibbi Ibrahim (Department of Geography and Remote Sensing, Faculty of Environmental Management Kwara State University, Malete, Osi Campus, Kwara State Nigeria) Lanre Tajudeen Ajibade (Department of Geography and Remote Sensing, Faculty of Environmental Management Kwara State University, Malete, Osi Campus, Kwara State Nigeria)

10:32 Influence of Climate Change on the Natural Resources Conservation and Environmental Sustainability in Kwara, Nigeria - Mulkah Adebisi Ahmed (Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin Nigeria)

11:08 Mineralogical characterisation and natural radioactivity assessment of phosphate deposits and associated shales in the Sokoto basin, northwestern Nigeria: Occupational health risks for mine workers. - Aminu, S.M. (Kwara State University, Department of Geology and Mineral Science, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria.)
One Health & Well Being
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Sosian C
Contributions

10:20 How safe are nanoparticles: Analyzing data from systemic, reproductive, and cytogenetic studies in different models - Okunola A. Alabi (Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria)

10:32 Perception and Interest of Foreign Pharmacy Graduates' on Integration of Traditional and Alternative Medicine into Conventional medicine - Bilqis A. Lawal (Department of Pharmacognosy and Drug Development, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:44 Harnessing Citizen Science and Artificial Intelligence for Early Detection of Maternal Health Risks in Rural Kenya - Caroline Ronoh (University of Eldoret, Kenya)

10:56 Association Between Early-Pregnancy Maternal BMI and Stillbirth Risk: Secondary Analysis of the STRiDE Prospective Cohort in Western Kenya - A. Kasaya (Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare (AMPATH), Eldoret, Kenya)

11:08 Neuropharmacological Effects of Isolated Phytopeptide Knottins from the Seeds of Cajanus cajan in Mice - Atunwa S. A (Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:20 Traditional Healers’ Acceptance of Cultivated Medicinal Plants and Conservation Priorities in the Western Cape, South Africa. - Xego S, Kambizi L. (Department of Horticultural Sciences, Faculty of Applied Sciences. Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)

11:32 Dietary Effects of Acetaminophen Tenderized Meat on Reproductive Parameters in Male Swiss Albino Mice (Mus musculus) - Germaine Akinola Ogunwole (Department of Biology, School of Science, Federal University of Technology, Akure. P.M.B 704, Ondo, Nigeria)

11:44 Surveillance of cancer comorbidities and staging in central Kenya: Informing multidisciplinary health system interventions - Edwine Benson Atitwa

11:56 Antimicrobial Agents from Tetrafluorinated Azobenzene-Imidazolium salts: Synthesis, Characterization and Inhibitory Effects - Halimah Funmilayo Babamale (Department of Industrial Chemistry, University of Ilorin, P.M.B 1515, Ilorin Nigeria.)

12:08 Hepatitis-HIV co-infection and tumor markers among pregnant women attending health facilities in Ekiti central senatorial district, Nigeria - I.A Simon-Oke (Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria)

12:20 MtotoSalama: A Quantum-Enhanced Causal AI Framework for Community-Based Under-Five Mortality Surveillance and Precision Intervention in the Lake Victoria Basin, Western Kenya - Brian Omare (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, School of Science, University of Eldoret, Kenya.)

12:32 Microbiological quality of domestic water and associated risk factors for waterborne diseases in Nakuru west sub-county, Kenya - Monda Emma Nyaboke (University of Eldoret)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

10:20 Using Pozzolanic Materials to Improve Mechanical Properties of Lime-Based Mortar - Odiwuor Vincent Onyango (Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

10:32 Evaluation of polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons and acrylamide formations by heat treatments in foods: Impacts on the human environment - A. C. Etonihu (Chemistry Unit, School of Arts and Sciences, University of The Gambia, Faraba, WCR.)

10:44 Advancing Collaboration across borders through Genomic Innovation: The University of Eldoret Genetics and Genomics Research and Training Laboratory - Emily J. Chemoiwa (University of Eldoret)

10:56 Numerical Investigation of Flow and Heat Transfer in a Two-Dimensional Channel with Obstacle Configurations: Effects of Different Arrangements on Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Performance - Bai Mbye Cham (University of The Gambia)

11:08 The Innovation Gap: Repositioning African Tertiary Institutions in a Competitive Global Order - Muhtar Adeiza Etudaiye (Department of Jurisprudence and International Law, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:20 Evaluation of anti-diabetic and antioxidant potential of Vernonia auriculifera bark extract in Streptozocin-induced diabetic Wistar rats - Lucky Abdirizak (University of Eldoret)

11:56 Cytogenetic Diversity of Wild and Cultivated Yellow Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus L.) Accessions - Rosbella Jemurgor (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation [Virtual]
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

11:44 Optical Heterodyned and frequency up and down conversion based Microwave Photonic Frequency Generation - Victor Chepkech Naibei (University of Eldoret, Kenya)
Social Sciences & Community Development [Virtual]
10:20 - 13:00
Room: Sergoit
Contributions

10:20 Transforming Cities Resilience to Climate Change and Environmental Safety Evidence- Based of Libraries Resources in Academic Institution in Kwara State Nigeria - Abdullahi Mohammad Ibrahim (University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:32 From Policy to Practice in Africa’s Fifth Industrial Revolution: Advancing Inclusive, Community-Driven HIV Stigma Reduction in Nigeria - Hafsat Abolore Ameen (University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:44 The role of civil society organisations in promoting good governance in Nigeria: A study of Community Outreach for Development and Welfare Advocacy (CODWA) - Abdulrasheed Hamza Bamidele (Department of Politics and Governance, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

10:56 Media Communication and Language in Political Mobilization - Peter Olayinka Awofadeju (Department of Mass Communication, Joseph Ayo Baballa University, Osun State, Nigeria.)

11:08 The crumbling edifice: An appraisal of Nigeria’s traditional institution - Olorunsuwa, Elijah Ola (Department of Political Science, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:20 From Colonial Exclusion to Digital Inclusion: A Historical Assessment of Technological Transformation in Kenya Since 1895 - Bradley Barasa Namunyu (KAG East Africa)

11:32 Epistemological Interplay: Traditional Knowledge and Arabic, Islamic Teachings in Nigerian Contexts - Abdulhakeem Zubair (Arabic Department, Faculty of Arts, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:44 Digital Citizenship and Political Participation in Nigeria's Pre-2027 Electoral Discourse: A Critical Multimodal Analysis of Mustapha Bulama's Political Cartoons - Aliyu Uthman Abdulkadir (Department of English and Linguistics Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)
13:00 Lunch Break

13:00 - 14:00
Room: Dinning Hall
14:00 Business, Entrepreneurship, Economics [Virtual]
14:00 - 15:00
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

14:00 Buy-and-Hold Investment Strategy and Financial Sustainability of Real Estate Firms: Evidence from Uasin Gishu County, Kenya - Alex K. Kiprop (School of Business and Economics, Kabarak University)

14:12 Globalization and Performance of Small and Medium-Scale Businesses in Kwara State, North-Central Nigeria - Ibrahim Bamidele Hamzat (Department of Business and Entrepreneurship Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

14:24 Gender patterns and value of unpaid care work, findings from Nigeria’s first time use survey - Aminat Mama Usman (Department of Economics, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

14:36 Exploring Critical Success Factors for Integrating Strategy Formulation and Implementation in the Furniture Industry in Zimbabwe - Hazvinei Chiwara (Unicaf University in Malawi) Azeez Tunbosun Lawal (Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Nigeria.)

14:48 Brain - drain and academic development in Lagos State, Nigeria: Evidence from selected public universities - Dunmade, E.O. (Department of Industrial Relations & Personnel Management, Faculty of Management Science, University Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)
Education & Human Capital development
14:00 - 15:00
Room: Kerio 1
Contributions

14:00 Evaluation of primary school teacher training programmes in Kwara State, Nigeria - Stephen Olufemi Afolabi (Director of International Education, Kwara State University, Malete)

14:12 Institutional safety and goals achievement in public universities in north east, Nigeria - Brightness A.T. Abdulrahim (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)
Law, Peace & Justice

14:00 - 15:00
Room: Sergoit
Law, Peace & Justice [Virtual]
14:00 - 15:00
Room: Sergoit
Contributions

14:00 Effect of mediating roles of the council of “ulama” islamic religious scholars on marital conflict in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State Nigeria - Samsudeen Dayo Badmus (Kwara State University, Malete)

14:12 Urban infrastructural development and national security: A study of Kaduna, North-West Nigeria - Esther Aristides Hamma

14:24 Sufi Matrons as mediators in Community Development in Muslim Yorubaland: Patterns, Moral Challenges and Prospect - Ibiyemi Lateefat (University of Ilesa, Ilesa Osun-State, Nigeria)

14:36 Translation Justice in Multilingual Africa: Bridging Legal and Policy Texts in West African Communities for Inclusive Governance - Panu Abosede Sewedo (Institute of Translation Arts, Faculty of Arts University of Ilorin, Ilorin Nigeria.)

14:48 Beyond Automation: Digital Peacebuilding as Inclusive Fifth Industrial Revolution Innovation in African Conflict Transformation Process - Abdullatyeef Dasola Hussain (Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies, University of Ilorin, Nigeria.)
One Health & Well Being
14:00 - 15:00
Room: Sosian C
Contributions

14:36 Consumption of French Fries Accelerates Progression of Prediabetes to Diabetes in a Wistar Rat Model - Kevin O. Aduol (Department of Human Nutrition Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya.)

14:48 Occurrence, Causes and Outcomes of Household Energy-related Burns Among Patients Attending Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya. - Tabitha Chepkemoi (School of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management, University of Eldoret, Eldoret Kenya)
One Health & Well Being [Virtual]
14:00 - 15:00
Room: Sosian C
Contributions

14:00 Time-dependent protective effects of Nigella sativa oil on atrazine-induced male reproductive toxicity in Wistar rats - Adana, Misturah (University of Ilorin)

14:12 Indigenous Holistic Herbal Medicine: Preserving Traditional Knowledge While Advancing Sustainable Global Healthcare - Cecilia Rich (Plant a Tree Inc., Delaware, USA)

14:24 Evaluation of the Antidiabetic Activities of Vernonia amygdalina Leaf Extract and Hibiscus sabdariffa Calyx Extract in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats. - Moji T. Bakare-Odunola (Department of Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria.)
15:00 Poster Presentation
15:00 - 16:00
Room: EKA Hall
Contributions

15:00 Assessing Selected Kenyan Cowpea Varieties for Salinity Tolerance. - Reuben K. Limo (Department of Biological Sciences, School of Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret Kenya)

15:00 Comparative analysis of amino acids, minerals, thermal decomposition, and colour in six full-fat edible insect species - Vusi Vincent Mshayisa (Department of Food Science and Technology, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Bellville, South Africa)

15:00 Recognizing cultural differences: A key factor in achieving equitable partnerships - Hellen Sitawa Wanyonyi (University of Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Determinants of Artificial Intelligence Adoptions in Procurement Processes and Its Impact on the Performance of FMCG Firms in Arusha, Tanzania - Joel Mtango (Faculty of Management and Commerce, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda (Punjab)-India)

15:00 Institutional Gaps that impede Mentorship and Life Skills Training as Pathways to Address Social Concerns among University Students in Kenya - Zacharia Shitote (School of Business and Management Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Cytogenomic Profiling of Gamma-Induced Putative Mutants from Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Genotypes - Dennis Obonyo (Department of Biotechnology, School of Agriculture and Biotechnology, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya.)

15:00 Growth Response of Kenyan Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) Accessions to Salinity Stress. - Reuben K. Limo (Department of Biological Sciences, School of Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Wetland Habitat Architecture in the Lake Victoria Basin - D.M. Mokaya (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

15:00 Assessment of the First Computer-Based Promotion Examination Conducted by Kwara State TESCOM in 2025 - Olatinwo Mujidat Taiye
16:00 Health Break

16:00 - 16:20
Room: Dinning Hall

16:20 Visit to the University of Eldoret Main Campus

16:20 - 17:45
Room: Main Campus

17:45 Departure of Guests to Hotels

17:45 - 18:30
Room: Main Campus
Friday, 11 September 2026

08:00 Registration

08:00 - 08:45
Room: Kerio
08:45 Plenary Session
08:45 - 10:00
Room: Kerio
Contributions

08:45 Welcoming Remarks / Introductions/Recap of Day 2 proceedings - Dr. Fatuma Daudi (Director, Industrial Linkages, partnerships & Collaborations - University of Eldoret) Prof. Wilson Ng’etich – DVC A&F (University of Eldoret)

08:55 Coordinator - TaGDev - Prof. Julius Ochuoho

09:15 Lead Speaker 2 - Professor Philiswa Nosizo Nomngongo (University of Johannesburg “From Knowledge to Impact: Transforming Society through Science, Technology and Innovation”)
10:00 Health Break

10:00 - 10:15
Room: Dinning Hall
10:15 Agriculture & Food Systems
10:15 - 13:00
Room: Rimoi
Contributions

10:15 From livelihood enterprise to innovation venture: Application-stage evidence and selection lessons from an agrifood incubation hub - George Ariya (School of Business, Economics and Management Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

10:27 Hybrid Maize Seed Quality Across the Post-Harvest Handling Chain - Gentrix Nasimiyu Juma (Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

10:39 Plant parasitic nematodes associated with finger millet in Kapsowar Ward, ElgeyoMarakwet County, Kenya - Timothy Chemweno (University of Eldoret)

10:51 The influence of growing media on blueberry cultivation: A review - Mfeka N. (Department of Agriculture, Applied Sciences, Cape Peninsula University of Technology)

11:03 Effect of afflatoxin laced diets on feed intake growth rate and cholesterol levels of New Zealand white rabbits - Elphas Kirwa Tabut (University of Eldoret)

11:15 Spatial distribution of plant parasitic nematodes at increasing radial distance from selected agroforestry trees in Western Kenya - Musongora Kambale Muyisa (Department of Crop and Soil Science, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

11:27 Integrating Fifth Industrial Revolution Technologies and Indigenous Knowledge for Resilient African Food Systems - Ferdinand Simiyu (University of Eldoret)

11:39 Effect of Parkland Agroforestry System on Soil Properties in Hawassa Zuria District, Southern Ethiopia - Gezahegn Gashu (Department of Crop and Soil Science, School of Agriculture and Biotechnology, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

11:51 Integration of agricultural indigenous knowledge to sustainable transitions: Pathways for modern development in Nigeria. - Olatinwo Latifat Kehinde (Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Kwara State University, Kwara State, Nigeria)
Business, Entrepreneurship, Economics
10:15 - 13:00
Room: Sergoit
Contributions

10:15 Financial transformation and reinvestment strategy for small business competitiveness - Honest Khumbo Kayira (Graduate Centre for Management, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, District Six Campus, Cape Town)

10:27 Sport Marketing as Driver of Basketball Infrastructure Development in Nigeria - Aina, Michael Gbemisola (Department of Human Kinetics Education University of Ilorin)

10:39 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Regulations: A Comprehensive Literature Review for Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) in Kenya - Eunice Atieno (Department of Accounting and Finance, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya)

10:51 Digital Entrepreneurship, Indigenous Knowledge and Inclusive Innovation in Africa: Collaboration and International Partnerships for Sustainable Enterprises in the Fifth Industrial Revolution - Abdulraheem, I. (Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Abuja, Nigeria)

11:03 CASUAL EMPLOYMENT AND WORK-LIFE IMBALANCE AMONG CONTRACT- BASED STAFF IN NIGERIA PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES (CONCEPTUAL STUDY) - ONYAMBAYI, Edward Taiye (Department of Human Resource Management, Confluence University of Science and Technology, Kogi State-Nigeria)

11:15 The impact of islamic and conventional work ethics on organisational performance: The mediating role of organisational citizenship behaviour - Lang Sanyang (University of The Gambia)
Education & Human Capital development
10:15 - 13:00
Room: Kerio 2
Contributions

10:15 Developing the Remote Work Efficiency Measure (RWEM): A Multidimensional Framework for Human Capital Productivity in African Public Sector Institutions - Alhagie O. Camara (University of The Gambia & University of Lahore)

10:27 Graduate Unemployment and the Education–Industry Mismatch: Evidence from The Gambia - Omobolaji Olufunmilola Akanbi (University of the Gambia, The Gambia.)

10:39 Inclusive Innovation in Africa’s Fifth Industrial Revolution: Physics Teachers’ Perceptions of Gender Equity and Sustainable STEM Participation - Aishat A. Yusuf (Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:51 Influence of Entrepreneurship Education and Mentorship on Enhancing Graduates' Employability and Venture Creation in Kwara State University, Nigeria. - Sikiru Issa Nuhu (Department of Business and Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete)

11:03 Artificial intelligence for inclusive and accessible education: Empowering students with visual impairment at Kwara State University, Malete - Solihu Nma Mohammed (Department of Special Education, Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria)

11:15 Precarious employment and work-life imbalance among contract based staff in Nigeria public universities (A conceptual study) - Edward Taiye Onyambayi (Department of Human Resource Management, Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State-Nigeria)

11:27 From Brain Drain to Brain Circulation: Preparing Nigerian Undergraduates for the 5th Industrial Revolution Using Local Knowledge - Muhinat Bolanle Bello (Department of Social Sciences Education, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:39 Awareness, Exposure, and Engagement of Nigerian University Students; Interaction with Bot-Generated Content on Social Media - Isiaka Zubair Aliagan (Department of Mass Communication, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

11:51 Empowering Digital Citizens for the 5IR: Decision-Making Skills as a Protective Factor Against Cyberfraud Involvement Among Nigerian Undergraduates - Mulikat L. A. Mustapha (Department of Educational Guidance and Counselling, University of Ilorin, Nigeria.)

12:03 Bridging the Digital Divide: Digital Literacy as a Strategic Tool for Addressing Africa’s Development Challenges - Akeem Ayanda Araba (Department of Politics & Governance, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)
Education & Human Capital development
10:15 - 13:00
Room: Kerio 1
Contributions

10:15 Influence of National Insecurity and Quality Science Education on Human Capital Development among Senior Secondary School Students in Ifelodun, Kwara State. - Olufunke Olayinka Kayode (Department of Arts and Sciences Education, Faculty of Education, Kwara State University, Malete)

10:27 Unilorin-EVISVision: Advancing Inclusive Digital Learning for Visually Impaired Students in Nigerian Universities - Arokoyo, Bolanle Elizabeth

10:39 Indigenous knowledge and decolonizing african education: The Igbomina experience in eastern Yorubaland, Nigeria - Aboyeji Oyeniyi Solomon (Department of History and International Studies,Faculty of Arts, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.)

10:51 Leading Inclusive Innovation through Indigenous Knowledge Integration in Nigerian TVET Institutions - Yusuf Habibat Abubakar (Department of Educational Management Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:03 Teacher Workload in the Implementation of Competency-Based Education: Teachers’ Perception from Junior Schools in Trans-nzoia West Sub-County, Kenya. - Mochama Nyangaresi Denis (Department of Educational Psychology, School of Education, University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya.)

11:15 The Role of the Centre for Internationalisation and Strategic Partnership of the University of Ilorin in Advancing Higher Education, Regional Collaboration and Sustainable Development (2012–2026) - Jawondo Ibrahim Abdulganiyu (Department of History and International Studies, Faculty of Arts University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:27 Differential Item Functioning Analysis of Senior School Mathematics Multiple-Choice Items in Nigeria’s National Examinations Council (NECO) - Akanmu Morenikeji Alex (Department of Science Education, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin)

11:39 Effect of School Supervision Practices on Teacher’s Productivity in Public Secondary Schools in Ilorin South Local Government, Kwara Sate - Jimoh Taibat B (Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

11:51 Mathematics Teachers’ Perspectives, Practices and Challenges in Using Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning - Mustapha Bashiru Omotayo (Department of Arts and Science Education. Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

12:03 Development of Information Retrieval System Using Context Map for Dissertation Cross Referencing - Raji Kafilat Toyin (Department of Computer Science. Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria.)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation
10:15 - 13:03
Room: Moiben
Contributions

12:39 Mathematical modelling for optimal bio-methane renewable energy using two-dimensional Navier – Stokes equation - Ruth Akumu Obande (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, School of Science, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125–30100, Eldoret, Kenya.)

12:51 Monitoring and evaluation practices and performances of Kenya Nationl Highways Authority road construction projects in North Rift region, Kenya - Duncan Oduor Miyere (Kabarak University)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Innovation [Virtual]
10:15 - 13:00
Room: Moiben
Contributions

10:15 An Innovative Digital Solution for Power Service Accountability, A Nigerian Case Study - Muhtahir Oluwaseyi Oloyede (Department of Information Technology, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:27 Electrochemical Performance Enhancement of Sludge-Based Activated Carbon via Ferricyanide Redox Electrolyte: Influence of Concentration and Charge Storage Mechanism - Mojeed O. Bello (Department of Chemistry, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

10:39 ChatGPT as a Virtual Teaching Assistant: Influence of AI-Generated Hints in Google Classroom on Problem-Solving Speed Among First-Year Mathematics Students in Kwara State University of Education, Ilorin, Nigeria - Abduljabbar Usman Jibril (Department of Physical Science Education, Kwara State University of Education, Ilorin)

10:51 Cybersecurity Frameworks for Safeguarding Academic and Library Networks in Nigerian Universities: A Systematic Scoping Review - Rahman Olawuyi Olabanjo¹ (University Library, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria)

11:03 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF DIFFERENT STORAGE STRUCTURES ON THE SHELF LIFE AND MARKETABILITY OF ONION IN BRIKAMA TOWN, THE GAMBIA - Ariwaodo Chinenye Agnes (School of Agriculture and Environmental Science, University of the Gambia, Faraba Campus, the Gambia.)

11:15 Enhancing the supervision of Computer Science Capstone Projects through A Cloud-Native, Milestone-Oriented Framework - Yusuff, Shakirat Ronke (Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria)

11:27 Extraction and Characterization of Natural Dyes with broad absorption response for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells(DSSCs) - Archibald M.K Kipkemboi (Department of Biological & Physical Sciences. Kabarak University, Kenya)

11:39 Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial studies of Mn(II), Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II) and Zn(II) complexes of schiff bases derived from isoniazid - Bernard P. Essien (Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria)

11:51 Phytochemical Profiling and In Vitro Antioxidant Activities of Solvent Fractions of Garcinia kola Heckel Seeds - Carline Mbakop (Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.)

12:03 Molecular Docking Prioritization and In Vivo Evaluation of Multi-Target Anti-Inflammatory Phytocompounds from Cannabis sativa Leaves - Hidayah A. Olumoh-Abdul (Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria)

12:15 Adaptive error-aware intrusion detection in manets with lightgbm enhanced by dynamic error learning and shap feature optimization - Fridah Chepkemoi Korir (Department of Informatics and Computing, School of Science and Informatics. Taita Taveta University, Voi, Kenya.)

12:27 Technology acceptance model and students’ readiness for AI chatbot support services in University of Ilorin and Al-Hikmah University - Afusat Titilayo Alabi (Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.)
13:00 Lunch Break

13:00 - 14:00
Room: Dinning Hall

17:00 Health Break

17:00 - 17:15
Room: Dinning Hall
17:15 Closing Ceremony
17:15 - 17:50
Room: Kerio
Contributions

17:15 Chairperson U6+ Consortium - Prof. Herbert Robinson, VC (University of the Gambia)

17:30 Closing remarks and officially closes the conference - Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole (VC University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

17:40 Vote of Thanks - Prof. Philip Raburu – DVC-PRE (University of Eldoret)
17:50 Departure of Guests to DINNER VENUE

17:50 - 18:30
Room: Kerio

19:00 Dinner: award of Certificates
award of Certificates
19:00 - 21:00
Room: Kerio