GOMEP-NG Annual Conference 2026: Chief Mrs. Grace Aghoghovbia, Ph.D Named Mother of the Day

The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has announced Chief Mrs. Grace Aghoghovbia, Ph.D, Executive Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Foreign Matters, as the Mother of the Day for its forthcoming Annual Conference, Lecture and Workshop, scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2026, in Abuja.

The prestigious media gathering is expected to bring together media practitioners, policymakers, security professionals, legal experts and other stakeholders to deliberate on critical issues affecting Nigeria’s democratic development and information ecosystem.

The conference is being organized under the theme, “Securing Nigeria’s 2027 Elections: The Role of Online Media in Information Integrity, Public Trust and Democratic Resilience.”

As part of the programme, Chief Mrs. Grace Aghoghovbia, Ph.D, will also speak on “The Role of Women in Shaping Today’s Politics,” bringing her perspective to discussions on women’s participation, leadership and influence in contemporary political processes.

Her participation is expected to highlight the growing importance of women in political leadership, civic engagement, public policy and democratic development, while encouraging greater inclusion of women in conversations that shape the political future of Nigeria.

The choice of Chief Mrs. Grace Aghoghovbia, Ph.D, as the Mother of the Day adds a significant dimension to the gathering, as GOMEP-NG seeks to recognise her presence and support while bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on the role of online media in promoting credible information, public trust and democratic resilience.

The event will be held under the distinguished chairmanship of His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum, CON, MNI, Executive Governor of Borno State.

Among the distinguished keynote speakers expected at the conference are Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc; Dr. Monday O. Ubani, SAN, Legal Practitioner and Policy Analyst; and Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly and Chairman, Conference of State Speakers of Nigeria.

The conference will focus on critical issues surrounding information integrity, responsible online journalism, misinformation and disinformation, public trust, electoral communication and democratic resilience ahead of the 2027 elections.

GOMEP-NG stated that the conference is also designed to provide a platform for editors and publishers of online media platforms to exchange professional experiences, strengthen collaboration and examine practical approaches to improving the credibility and impact of digital journalism in Nigeria.

The Guild expressed appreciation to Chief Mrs. Grace Aghoghovbia, Ph.D, for accepting the honour of serving as the Mother of the Day and for agreeing to share her perspective on the role of women in shaping contemporary politics, noting that her participation will further enrich the conference and underscore the importance of inclusive stakeholder engagement in strengthening Nigeria’s democratic process.

The GOMEP-NG Annual Conference, Lecture and Workshop is therefore set to hold on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at the Maryam Babangida Women Development Centre, opposite the CBN Headquarters, Abuja.

Signed:
Tochukwu Eluwa
National Publicity Secretary
Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG)
25/9/2026