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Philosophy, Technology and Society Workshop

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Hybrid Event
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This workshop explores the critical role of philosophy in shaping discussions around technology and society, with a particular focus on the African context. Through thematic sessions and interactive breakouts, participants will examine how philosophical traditions, both African and global can inform ethical AI development and governance. Discussions will highlight Africa’s unique contributions to global technological debates, addressing issues such as misinformation and disinformation, and the intersection of technology with African ethical and political thought. By centering African perspectives, this workshop aims to foster meaningful engagement on how philosophy can guide responsible and inclusive technological development on a global scale.

Venue: Room 32, Faculty of Arts, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
Participants: Postgraduates, undergraduates, faculty
Presenters: Oluwaseun Sanwoolu, Oluwakorede Ajibona, Ayobami Abdul-Rahman Oke, Mikail Sulaiman, Ayuk Mon-Egbe.

 

 

Workshop Program

Theme:Philosophy, Technology, and Society: An African Perspective
Date: 28th May, 2025
Venue: University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Organized by: Center for Cyber-Social Dynamics & University of Ibadan

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  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Arrival and Opening Remarks Welcome Opening Address by Prof. Adeshina Afolayan

  • 11:30 AM – 12:05 PM | Talk 1 Topic: Philosophy as a Guide for Ethical AI Development in Africa Speaker: Oluwaseun Sanwoolu Talk: 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM Q&A: 11:50 AM – 12:05 PM

  • 12:05 PM – 12:40 PM | Talk 2 Topic: The Philosophical Foundations of Technology Speaker: Ayobami Oke  Talk: 12:05 PM – 12:25 PM Q&A: 12:25 PM – 12:40 PM

  • 12:40 PM – 1:15 PM | Talk 3 Topic: Why do we think we Tech to fix Nigeria? Speaker: Ayuk Mon-Egbe Talk: 12:40 PM – 1:00 PM

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  • 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM | Lunch

  • 1:45 PM – 2:20 PM | Talk 4 Topic: Making Normative Political Philosophy of Computing an African Thing Speaker: Oluwakorede Ajibona Talk: 1:45 PM – 2:05 PM Q&A: 2:05 PM – 2:20 PM

  • 2:20 PM – 2:55 PM | Talk 5 Topic: Pharmacological Cognitive Enhancement, Personal Identity and Puzzle Case Approach. Speaker: Mikail Sulaimon Talk: 2:20 PM – 2:40 PM Q&A: 2:40 PM – 2:55 PM

  • 2:55 PM – 3:15 PM | Informal Networking & Wrap-Up