Introduction Assessment and Research serve as the foundation for innovation and reform in education. They provide the data and insights necessary for informed decision-making, policy formulation, and instructional improvement. However, many African countries face persistent challenges in ensuring quality, equity, and relevance in the education system. Existing assessments and research in many African institutions appear underdeveloped, underutilized, or misaligned with global standards and local needs, which poses serious challenges. To tackle these challenges, EARNiA announces her 11th International Conference on Strengthening Africans' Proficiency in Assessment and Research. The conference will hold in the Republic of Nigeria between the 9th and 14th November, 2025 at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK). Participants are requested to send their abstracts of not more than 200 words to https://earnia.org/?p=submit-paper on or before 20th September, 2025. Theme: STRENGTHENING AFRICANS' PROFICIENCY IN ASSESSMENT AND RESEARCH Sub-Themes 1. Innovative Assessment and Research Strategies 2. echnology Integration in Assessment and Research Practices 3. Data-Driven Decision-Making in Teaching and Assessment 4. Cultural and Ethical Dimensions of Assessment and Evaluation 5. Assessment and Research for Social Transformation 6. Standards for educational and psychological testing in Africa Who is qualified to attend? Participation is open to all stakeholders in all areas of education, assessment and research across Africa and beyond. All academics in African Universities, Colleges of Education, Polytechnics and staff of the Examination Units or Boards of the Ministries of Education, Public Examination Bodies, classroom teachers and Staff of Education Parastatals in Africa can participate in the conference Key Note Presenter: Prof. B. C. Uzoechi Director, Open Distance E-learning, NSUK Lead Paper Presenter: Prof. A. D. E. Obinne, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria. Host: Professor U. S. Gbari, Dean, Faculty of education, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria. Chief Host: Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, Vice Chancellor, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria. WORKSHOP FACILITATORS Prof. M. O. Aduloju and Others Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria. WORKSHOP Areas 1. Research and Publication Skills 2. Data analysis with SPSS and Reporting Skills Come with your laptop for practical Country Representatives Sello Editor Moyo Botswana sellmoyo@gmail.com Martha Egbe Cameroon marthaegbe@gmail.com Olanrewaju K. Muriana Muraina_kamilu@yahoo.com Asamoah Gymiah Ghana kasamoah_gymiah@ucc.edu.gh Johnson T. Hinneh Liberia jtekayhinneh@gmail.com Ana Monteiro Moçambique anapiedadem@gmail.com Margaret Aduloju Nigeria adumeg@gmail.com Sanni Tajudeen South Sudan and Somalia sanni4enviroment@gmail.com Emmanuel O. Adu South Africa EAdu@ufh.ac.za Dr Yinusa Akintoye Faremi – Eswatini akintoyeyinusa@gmail.com Dr. Celine Byukusenge - Rwanda celinebyukusenge@gmail.com  CONFERENCE REGISTRATION All intending participants (even if you are not presenting papers) are encouraged to register in advance by completing the EARNiA Conference registration form using this link www.earnia.org. Important Dates Submission of Abstracts (not more than 200 words) 20th September, 2025. Submission of full paper: 30th October, 2025 Arrival: Sunday 9th November, 2025. Conference Workshop: Monday 10th and 11th November, 2025. Opening ceremony, Keynote Address, Lead paper presentation and Syndicate Groups: Wednesday 12 th November, 2025. Paper presentation (Syndicate Groups) Cont.: Thursday 13th November, 2025. Departure: Friday 14sth November, 2025. Registration Fees a. Conference Fees - Members 50,000 - $100 Non-Members 70,000 - $120 Corporate organization 100,000 - $150 Students with valid ID cards 25,000 - $50 b. Membership fees New members (Scholars) 20,000 - $20 New members (students) 10,000 - $10 Old members Scholars 10,000 - $15 students 5,000 - $5 c. Workshop fee - Free d. Assessment fee 5,000 - $5 For Virtual Participation This attracts 80% of conference fees only. Other fees remain the same. Personal arrangement must be made to get the conference materials and journals. Payments Foreign participants should contact: EARNiA President – Dr. J. J. Agah +2348130951808 Nigerian to pay to: Ac/Name: Eugenia Aikhemhe Okwilagwe Account No: 2003171231 Bank Name: First Bank Evidence of payment should be forwarded through WhatsApp to: +2348113668687 HOTELS ACCOMMODATION The Network has compiled the lists of hotels around and within Keffi, Nigeria. You are requested to arrange your accommodation by calling the LOCs Chairman and Secretary (+2347065532264 and +2348069769802). Crystal guest House NGN12,0000 and above per night Minki Suit NGN18,000 and above Skyage Hotel NGN18,000 and above Sawalino Hotel NGN23,000 and above Ken Villa NGN10, 000 Among others with lower rates SPECIAL EVENT Annual General Meeting: MODES OF PRESENTATION 1. Face to face 2. Virtual EXCO MEMBERS Continental President: Dr J. J. Agah Continental Vice President: Dr A. B. Atumasa Continental Secretary: Dr Mbovo Mbovo Continental Treasurer: Prof. E. A. Okwliagwe Continental PRO: Dr Onuh Omale Ex-Officio: Prof. J. G. Adewale