By Adaobi Nsofor
All is now set for the 2025 International Conference of GodLight Foundation, USA, in collaboration with the Department of Religion and Human Relations, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Anambra State.
Speaking during a visit to the
MD/CEO of Anambra State Solid Minerals Development Company Limited, Prof.
Charles O. Ofoegbu, to brief him on the upcoming conference, the Chairman of
the Local Organizing Committee, Rev. Fr. Dr. Humphrey Anameje, stated that the
theme of the conference, 'GodLight: Humanities and Science in Contemporary
World Order,' focuses on the interface between humanistic values and scientific
innovation in shaping our world.
Fr. Anameje noted that the goal
of the conference is to inspire transformative solutions that honour both the
spirit of inquiry and the moral imperatives that must be at play in human
progress. He believes that integrating these fields is essential for addressing
the complex challenges of our time.
Also speaking during the visit,
a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Religion at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu
University, Sr. Dr. Mary Emilia Aboekwe, who is also the Ambassador of GodLight
Foundation, USA, emphasised that the aim of the conference is to improve human
lives, particularly the lives of youths and the underprivileged in Nigeria.
According to her, the theme of
the conference reflects God's core mission, which illuminates the path towards
a world where scientific progress is harmonised with ethical considerations and
human dignity, serving as a bridge between humanities and science to make the
world a better place.
The international conference,
which is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, March 26 to Saturday, March
29, 2025, at ETF Auditorium, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam,
is expected to have in attendance the Executive Governor of Anambra State,
Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, as the Special Guest of Honour; the Commissioner
for Education, Dr. Mrs. Ngozi Chuma Udeh, as the Guest of Honour; and the
MD/CEO of Anambra State Solid Minerals Development Company Limited, Prof.
Charles O. Ofoegbu, as the Chairman of the Conference, among others.
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