As part of its commitment to deepening academic scholarship and driving global educational relevance, kakalistiq.com reports that the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), through its College of Languages and Communication Arts Education (COLCAED), is set to host its maiden international conference.
The event, which promises to be a significant academic milestone, will run from Monday, August 25 to Thursday, August 28, 2025, at LASUED’s Odo-Noforija, Epe Campus, with a hybrid format for both in-person and virtual participants.
Themed “Language, Literature, Communication, and Education in a Changing World: Innovations, Challenges, and the Future,” the conference seeks to explore emerging shifts in how we use and study language, literature, and communication, especially within digital environments, AI-led transformations, multilingual settings, and global education systems.
Prominent global scholars are billed to headline the sessions, including Professor Jane Setter, a Phonetics expert from the University of Reading, UK, and Professor Francis Egbokhare, a celebrated linguist from the University of Ibadan. Their participation has sparked growing anticipation across academic circles.
Jane Setter is a renowned Professor of Phonetics at the University of Reading. Best known as co-editor of the Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary (2011), she has also authored Your Voice Speaks Volumes (OUP 2019) and co-edited several handbooks, including the Cambridge Handbook of Phonetics (2022). Her research focuses on speech prosody, Global Englishes, and pronunciation in children with language differences. She is a National Teaching Fellow and an advocate of public engagement in research.
Francis Egbokhare, a seasoned Professor of Linguistics, has held that title since 1999 at the University of Ibadan. He is a former President of the Nigerian Academy of Letters and currently serves as President of the Open Distance and e-Learning Association of Nigeria. Prof. Egbokhare has served on several high-level academic boards, received numerous awards, and has been a visiting scholar in the US and Europe. He is also a Fellow of multiple professional associations.
Speaking ahead of the conference, Professor Folasade Ojetunde, Acting Dean of COLCAED, emphasized its significance to research and the future of education at LASUED and beyond. According to her, “This conference is not just a gathering of scholars; it is a vital step in aligning LASUED with the latest global academic conversations. It opens doors to rigorous research collaborations, provides a platform for innovation, and encourages critical reflections on how we teach and learn in today’s fast-changing world.”
Prof. Ojetunde further noted that the robust sub-themes, ranging from AI’s influence on language and communication to preparing future-ready educators, were carefully designed to address real-world issues while igniting fresh academic perspectives among participants. “It’s our way of boosting academic excellence and reinforcing LASUED’s vision as a world-class university,” she added.
Affirming her statement, Professor Kikelomo Adeniyi, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee, described the initiative as timely and forward-thinking. “This conference has the potential to reshape how we view education in the face of technological advancement,” Prof. Adeniyi stated. “We are creating a platform that encourages dialogue, research output, and policy influence across diverse academic fields.”
As preparations intensify, COLCAED-LASUED is setting the stage not only for a world-class academic conference but also for redefining its reputation as a hub of innovation and scholarship in language, literature, and communication arts. For further inquiries, the public may contact: Prof. Kikelomo Adeniyi, LOC Chairman – 08131577255 or Dr. Salahudeen Munirdeen Arriyady, LOC Secretary – 08037130515.
