By Zainab Bakare
Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has confirmed his participation in the forthcoming Diplomatic, Security, Trade, and Investment International Conference, where he will be honoured with the prestigious DICAN International Award for Statesmanship and Global Peace.
The conference, themed “Information Warfare (FIMI): Strengthening Global Security, Trade, and Investment Through Collaborative Truth: Role of Diplomacy, Intelligence, and Media,” is scheduled to hold on May 20, 2026, at the Rotunda Hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja.
Organisers said Dr. Jonathan accepted the honour from the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria in recognition of his longstanding commitment to democracy, peacebuilding, and selfless service across Africa and beyond.
Global Peace and Security
The former president is also expected to deliver a keynote address focusing on global peace and security, particularly the growing threats posed by Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI), fake news, and disinformation.
Speaking ahead of the summit, DICAN Chairman, Idehai Frederick, described Jonathan’s participation as a major boost to the credibility and global relevance of the conference.
“President Goodluck Jonathan’s acceptance of this award and his decision to address the assembly underscores the immense credibility of this platform,” Frederick said.
“His enduring legacy as a champion of Nigerian, African, and global democracy makes him the definitive voice to speak on safeguarding global peace against the tide of disinformation,” he noted.
The high-level conference is being organised in partnership with the Centre for Communications, Development, and Diplomacy in Africa and is expected to attract representatives from more than 100 diplomatic missions and international organisations.
Expected Participants
Expected participants include Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, ambassadors of the United States, China, Spain, and the European Union, as well as representatives of security and intelligence agencies, corporate organisations, United Nations bodies, and civil society groups.
Frederick stressed the urgency of addressing information warfare, describing it as a direct threat to global stability, trade, democratic institutions, and international cooperation.
Ultimate Good of the World
“We urge all stakeholders to do absolute justice to the theme. We must emerge from the conference with a unified, collaborative strategy for the ultimate good of the world,” he said.
The conference will also serve as the launch of a global campaign against FIMI, fake news, and disinformation.
Other prominent speakers expected at the event include Ndudi Elumelu, Henry Ifeanyi Mbadiwe, and Nonye Ayeni.
The event will conclude with an award ceremony recognising outstanding institutions and individuals for exceptional contributions to national development.
