ASUP Akwa Ibom Poly Set To Host 5th International Conference On Sustainable Development
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic Chapter, Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene, is set to hold her 5th International Conference with the theme: “Rethinking Sustainable Development: Addressing Global Realities.”
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic Chapter, Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene, is set to hold her 5th International Conference with the theme: “Rethinking Sustainable Development: Addressing Global Realities.”
The four-day conference will take place from Monday, 6th October to Thursday, 9th October 2025, by 10:00 AM daily at the ASUP Auditorium, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
The event will bring together scholars, researchers, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss critical global issues relating to sustainable development and emerging challenges across multiple disciplines.

Key Personalities Expected At The Event
- Chairman of the Occasion: Rt. Hon. Sir (Dr.) Aniekan U. Bassey, Executive Chairman, Uruan Local Government Area.
- Special Guest of Honour: Comr. Shammah S. Kpanja, National President, ASUP.
- Special Guest of Honour: Mrs. Edume E. Essien, Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ukana.
- Guest of Honour: Comr. Richard U. Iloma, Ph.D., ASUP Zone D Coordinator.
- Chief Host: Comr. Moses C. Umobong, Ph.D., Rector, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic.
- Keynote Speaker: Comr. J. J. Etim-Ekikor, Ph.D., Dean, School of Business and Management, RIVPOLY.
- Lead Paper Presenter: Comr. Aniefon Ubot, Ph.D., Director of Admissions, RIVPOLY.
- Host: Comr. (Esv.) Nnyeneime Raphael, Chairman, ASUP Akwa Ibom Poly Chapter.
Sub-Themes Include:
- Agricultural Marketing
- Blue Economy, Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity
- Business Management and Entrepreneurship
- Communication and National Development
- Engineering Technology and Innovative Development
- Environment, Climate Change and Development
- Gender Issues, Religion and Tradition
- Law, Conflict Resolution and Development
- Media Communication and Civic Engagement
- Science, Research and Innovation
- Sustainable Construction and Property Development
Abstract Submission Guidelines
Abstracts should be typed in Microsoft Word, using Times New Roman font, 12pt size, single-line spacing, and should not exceed 200 words. The author’s full name, email, and institutional affiliation must be clearly stated.
- Submission Deadline: 25th September 2025
- Submission Email: asup@akwaibompoly.edu.ng
Conference Registration Fees
- Early Bird (Deadline: 15th September 2025): ₦25,000
- ASUP Members: ₦30,000
- Non-Members: ₦35,000
- Virtual Participants: ₦30,000
- Students: ₦4,000
- Foreign Participants: $50
- Extra Certificate: ₦5,000
Payment For Registration should be made to:
ASUP AKPOLY Chapter / First Bank – 2015616979
Contact Information
For enquiries, contact:
- Dr. Daniel E. Eshet (Chairman, LOC) – +234 802 393 3248
- Dr. Ime E. Ekanem (Secretary, LOC) – +234 808 487 2937
The conference promises to be intellectually enriching, featuring paper presentations, discussions, and networking sessions aimed at redefining sustainable development within global realities.