A marketing and communications specialist, Bamidele Babatunde Oyeyemi has presented a research paper at the 4th International Conference of the Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, University of Ilorin, Kwara State held in collaboration with RUDN University, Russia.
The conference, tagged ICT4NDS 2026 Biennial Conference, was themed: “Disruptive Technology: Human and Artificial Intelligence in Digital Economy.”
Oyeyemi’s paper, titled “From Traditional Logistics to Algorithmic Supply Networks: Artificial Intelligence, IoT Integration and Sustainable Supply Chain Transformation among Selected Logistics Companies in Nigeria,” examined how emerging digital technologies are transforming Nigeria’s logistics and supply chain sector.
The study explored the growing adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies among logistics firms including GIG Logistics, DHL Nigeria and Red Star Logistics.
Findings from the study revealed that AI integration significantly improves sustainable supply chain transformation by enhancing logistics planning, predictive analytics and operational decision-making.
The research also established that IoT technologies improve logistics visibility and operational efficiency through real-time monitoring of shipments and logistics assets.
According to the paper, the combined adoption of AI and IoT accounted for 58 per cent of the variance in sustainable supply chain transformation within the Nigerian logistics sector, reinforced the critical role of Industry 4.0 technologies in developing intelligent and data-driven supply networks.
The study concluded that digital technology integration has become a strategic necessity for logistics organisations seeking operational efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness in modern supply chain ecosystems.
Oyeyemi recommended increased investment in AI-driven analytics platforms, digital infrastructure and IoT-enabled monitoring systems to improve logistics planning, inventory management and operational transparency across the industry.
He also called on policymakers and industry stakeholders to support technological training and digital transformation initiatives capable of accelerating the transition to smart and sustainable logistics systems in Nigeria.
The conference featured discussions on artificial intelligence, digital communication, cybersecurity, data analytics, media transformation, IoT ecosystems and the future of work in the digital economy.
Bamidele Babatunde Oyeyemi is a marketing and communications professional with experience in strategic communication, digital storytelling, campaign management and brand development across corporate and media environments.
He holds an Advanced Diploma in International Business with a Marketing major from RRC Polytechnic, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, and an Associate of Science degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Federal Polytechnic Offa, Kwara State.
He has worked with organisations including St. Amant, Relentech Specialist Nigeria Limited, BrainLeads Entertainment and SNEPCo, while also serving as Founder and Content Strategist of MaplesTime, a Canada-focused digital platform.
