Headlining the high-profile gathering are the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN); Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun; and former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami.
Other notable figures expected to address the conference include Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Prof. AbdulMajeed Alaro, Prof. Yusuf Olaolu Ali (SAN), and AbdulAzeez Oladosu of the University of Ibadan.
Set to run from Friday through Sunday, the three-day conference is themed “Artificial Intelligence, Law and Religion in Nigeria,” and will welcome over 1,200 Muslim legal professionals from across the country.
In a press briefing on Thursday evening, MULAN President, Saidu Muhammad Tundun-Wada, represented by Second Vice President Tijjani Sanda, highlighted the conference’s goal of enhancing awareness and preparedness for the transformative impact of AI across legal, ethical, and spiritual domains.
“Artificial Intelligence is already influencing our judicial systems, legal research, national security, and public policy,” he stated. “We want Muslim lawyers to view AI not as a disruptive force, but as a powerful tool that can enhance both our legal practice and our religious values.”
The discussions will explore how emerging technologies align—or clash—with Islamic jurisprudence, Nigeria’s legal principles, and broader ethical considerations.
Key aims of the conference include:
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Demystifying AI for legal professionals through education and knowledge sharing;
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Fostering dialogue between policymakers, academics, and religious scholars on tech regulation;
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Developing actionable strategies for ethical AI adoption in both legal and faith-based contexts.
Tundun-Wada also applauded the efforts of Planning Committee Chairman, Kehinde K. Eleja (SAN), for his leadership and dedication in orchestrating what is set to be a landmark event for Muslim legal minds navigating the digital era.
