Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed, former Kwara State Governor
Former Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed, has called for the establishment of a University Ethics and AI Board at the University of Ilorin to regulate data-driven research and ensure ethical, transparent, and responsible innovation.
The appeal was made during his keynote at the Unilorin Alumni Colloquium, themed “From Unilorin to Globalisation.”
Ahmed stressed that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data are reshaping global development, and universities must embed oversight frameworks to maintain credibility.
He described the Golden Jubilee as a call to reimagine Unilorin’s role in addressing global disruptions, including AI, climate change, and economic volatility.
He proposed a comprehensive “globalisation blueprint” featuring curriculum reforms focused on digital literacy, data fluency, community immersion, and industry-linked research. Ahmed also advocated for an Alumni Seed Fund, a Curriculum Innovation Unit, and enhanced collaborations with government and industry to drive evidence-based policymaking and innovation.
Highlighting the importance of public engagement, he urged faculty to extend their impact beyond academic publishing and into students’ lives, cultivating curiosity, ambition, and problem-solving skills.
Ahmed concluded that Unilorin’s next 50 years should combine academic excellence with measurable societal impact, responsible innovation, and leadership in tackling Nigeria’s developmental challenges.
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