The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, participated in the 2026 International Conference on Information Literacy (ICIL Africa), held from 26 to 30 October at the University of Nairobi, Kenya.

The Acting University Librarian, Dr. Dorcas I. Ibinaiye, represented the University at the conference, themed “Empowering Societies through AI, Data and Open Media for Sustainable Futures.” The conference explored the growing intersection of information literacy, digital literacy and artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education and society.

Discussions focused on the changing information landscape, the ethical use of information and emerging technologies, and the readiness of higher institutions to adapt to the demands of the digital age and emerging industrial revolutions.

Participants also examined the growing influence of Agentic AI and its potential implications for knowledge creation, institutional research productivity and research outputs.

The discussions further highlighted the importance of reliable information and responsible technology in critical sectors, including aviation and aerospace, particularly in supporting informed decision-making and global airspace safety.

The conference provided an opportunity to reflect on the evolving role of higher institutions in preparing researchers, students and society to navigate an increasingly technology-driven world.