About the Conference

The Faculty of Technology International Conference is a biennial event focused on showcasing cutting-edge research with both local and international relevance.
This year’s edition is hosted by Prof. L.E. Umoru, Dean of the Faculty of Technology, with Prof. Adebayo Simeon Bamire, Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, serving as the Chief Host.

The 2024 Faculty of Technology International Conference will commence at 9:00 AM on Monday, November 4th, 2024, at the Africa Centre of Excellence, ICT-Driven Knowledge Park (OAK PARK), located at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
With the theme, “Fast-Tracking Industrialization Through Frugal Innovation,” the conference reflects Nigeria’s urgent need for innovative approaches to industrialization, particularly within the constraints of a challenging economic environment.

Keynote Speakers: Insights from Government and Industry

To inspire impactful discussions, two distinguished keynote speakers—one from government and the other from industry—will share insightful perspectives:

⦁ Dr. Kayode Fayemi

A Visiting Professor at Kings University and a respected Nigerian statesman, Dr. Fayemi has made significant contributions to the country’s political and academic spheres. He served as Governor of Ekiti State from 2010 to 2014, and again from 2018 to 2022. As Minister of Mines and Steel Development (2015-2018), he played a pivotal role in reforming Nigeria’s mining sector and concurrently chaired the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) board.

⦁ Mr. Cosmas Maduka Jr.

A dynamic and visionary business leader, Mr. Maduka Jr. serves as Executive Director, Aftersales Services and Special Duties at Coscharis Group—a Nigerian conglomerate with over 40 years of experience spanning automotive, IT, logistics, medical, agriculture, and food industries. His strategic insights and operational expertise drive the Aftersales division of Coscharis Motors Plc, which manages globally recognized automotive brands.

Subthemes and Paper Presentations

The conference will feature technical paper presentations, complemented by expert discussions addressing the following subthemes:
⦁ Digital Innovations for small-scale agriculture
⦁ Food Processing and Preservation for enhanced food security
⦁ Human-Computer Interaction to drive industrial activities and entrepreneurship
⦁ Sustainable Construction Materials and Techniques for the built environment
⦁ Sustainable Chemical Processes and Technologies for affordable product innovations
⦁ Affordable Innovations in Power and Electronics for reliability and efficiency
⦁ Innovative Functional Materials for new product development
⦁ Theoretical Frameworks and Policy Strategies for inclusive economic growth
⦁ Design and Fabrication of Machinery for informal and industrial sectors