Remi Tinubu, Governors’ Forum Chairman, Others to Attend Nigeria Women Peace and Democracy Summit

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, Abdulrahman; Aminu J. Mohammed and other prominent personalities are expected to attend the 1st Nigeria Women Peace and Democracy Summit & Awards 2026.

The summit, themed “Women as Catalysts for Peace, Democracy and Inclusive Governance,” is scheduled to hold on Monday, November 13, 2026, at the African Hall, Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja.
The event is expected to attract over 3,000 delegates and will be hosted by Princess Edna D.D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku), under the auspices of the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), Nigeria.

The Nigeria Women Peace and Democracy Summit is designed as a high-level national dialogue featuring policy conversations, leadership engagements, peacebuilding sessions, interfaith discussions, youth and women’s forums, as well as strategic partnerships.
The engagements will involve government institutions, security agencies, traditional rulers, religious leaders, the private sector, development organisations, diplomatic missions and international bodies.

A major highlight of the summit will be the Nigeria Women Peace and Democracy Awards, which will celebrate exceptional Nigerians, institutions, development partners, humanitarian organisations and women leaders whose outstanding contributions have strengthened peace, democracy, women’s empowerment, humanitarian service and nation-building.

Why the Summit Matters to Nigeria and the World
For nearly seven decades, NCWS has remained Nigeria’s foremost women’s organisation and a respected member of the International Council of Women (ICW), representing millions of women through professional bodies, rural cooperatives, faith-based organisations, women with disabilities, market associations and civil society groups across Nigeria and the diaspora.
The summit is expected to elevate Nigeria onto the global stage by creating one of Africa’s largest women-led platforms dedicated exclusively to peacebuilding, democratic participation, gender equality and inclusive governance.

It also aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 5 and 16 and the African Union Agenda 2063, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to building peaceful, just and inclusive societies.
A National Call for Partnership
The organisers have invited the Federal Government, state governments, corporate organisations, diplomatic missions, multilateral agencies, development partners, foundations, philanthropists and the international community to partner with NCWS in delivering the landmark initiative.

According to the organisers, such partnerships represent an investment in peace, democracy, women’s leadership, national stability and the future of Nigeria.

The National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS), Nigeria, is the largest and oldest single national women’s organisation in the country. It was registered with the International Council of Women (ICW) in 1958.
The International Council of Women, founded in 1888, is the global umbrella body of women, with a mandate to promote women’s welfare, rights, education, economic empowerment, health, peace and leadership.

Strategic Impact of the Summit
The summit is expected to deliver lasting national impact through the following initiatives:
Strengthening women’s roles in peacebuilding before, during and after elections.

Creating a national network of women peace ambassadors.
Producing policy recommendations on women, peace and democracy.
Enhancing collaboration between women leaders and security institutions.
Encouraging inclusive governance and increased women’s political participation.

Promoting dialogue among diverse ethnic, religious and political groups.
Celebrating champions of peace, democracy and women’s empowerment.

Our Appeal: Join Us in Building a Peaceful and Inclusive Nigeria
The successful hosting of the 1st Nigeria Women Peace and Democracy Summit & Awards 2026 depends on the partnership and support of government institutions, corporate organisations, development partners, diplomatic missions, foundations, philanthropists and public-spirited Nigerians.

NCWS has therefore invited organisations to become strategic partners through financial sponsorship, institutional collaboration or in-kind support.

The organisers noted that such investments would directly contribute to empowering women as peacebuilders and strengthening the country’s commitment to peace, democracy and inclusive governance.