Minister of Higher Education Dr. Ibrahim Hassan has stated that research conducted at educational institutions needs to benefit society. He made the remark while inaugurating the International Conference on Intellectual Advancement (ICIA) 2023.
Speaking at the conference, Minister Hassan highlighted the importance of conducting research on the economy, environment, and democracy, adding that it is a responsibility of educational institutions and society at large. He urged attendees at the conference to not use the research exclusively for academic purposes but also for the benefit of society.
Additionally, Minister Hassan urged academics to not take the easy road and to work towards improving the lives of the individual. He noted that technology is being used to spread misinformation and said that more effort needs to be made to spread truth.
ICIA 2023 began with over 230 participants joining us from 10 countries across the globe. The two-day conference will also see 67 papers presented by international and local researchers.