AMIS National Conference 2026
August 27 - August 30
Beyond AI: Synthesizing Islamic Pedagogy and 21st Century Innovation
The AMIS National Conference 2026 brings together Islamic school owners, administrators, educators, policymakers, and EdTech stakeholders for practical conversations on AI, innovation, funding, and Islamic pedagogy.
Why Attend?
- Learn practical AI applications for Islamic schools.
- Network with school owners and administrators.
- Meet education policymakers and institutional leaders.
- Discover funding opportunities for EdTech infrastructure.
- Gain implementation strategies for Islamic education in the age of algorithms.
Key Speakers and Guests
- Prof. Ishaq Oloyede – Keynote speaker on ethics of AI in Islamic classrooms.
- Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole – Vice Chancellor, University of Ilorin; goodwill guest.
- Prof. Olaolu Ali, SAN – Chairman of the occasion.
- Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe – Education leader and presenter on AI through Maqasid al-Shari’ah.
Conference Themes
- Funding Innovation: Sourcing Grants for EdTech Infrastructure
- Gamifying Knowledge: Using Technology to Make Learning Interactive
- Reducing Burnout: Using AI to Automate Lesson Planning and Grading
- AI & Maqasid al-Shari'ah: Challenges and Opportunities
- Bridging the Digital Divide
- Raising the Muslim Child in the Age of Algorithms
Programme Overview
- Day 1: Arrival, check-in, registration, and informal networking.
- Day 2: Opening ceremony, keynote, Jumu’ah, panel discussion, and afternoon sessions.
- Day 3: Technical sessions, AGM, closing ceremony, communique signing, and photo session.
- Day 4: Departure.
Awards and Recognition
The conference will recognize distinguished contributors to Islamic education and national development, including Alhaji Chief (Dr.) AbdulRaheem Oladimeji, OFR; Professor Ibrahim Ahmad Maqari; Alhaja Sanni Offa; Alhaja Halimat Yusuf; Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe; and Prof. Ishaq Oloyede.
Venue
University of Ilorin Auditorium, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. Detailed hotel and travel guidance will be added as logistics are finalized.