Annual General Assembly & Conference (AGA/C) Abuja 2026
Theme: “Advancing Geospatial Technologies for National Security, Environmental Sustainability and Resilience”
Date & Schedule
November 22, 2026
thru November 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Host Venue
Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites, Asokoro, Abuja FCT, Nigeria
Event Prospectus & Background
Theme: “Advancing Geospatial Technologies for National Security, Environmental Sustainability and Resilience”
This year's conference is an opportunity to connect, learn, collaborate, share knowledge, and explore how geospatial technologies can contribute to a safer, more resilient, and environmentally sustainable Nigeria.
Whether you are a Fellow, Member, Student, Academic, Researcher, Government institution, Industry professional, Development Partner, or geospatial enthusiast, GEOSON 2026 has something valuable for you.
Early-bird registration closes on Friday, 6th November 2026. Take advantage of early registration rates and secure your participation now.
Conference Programme Schedule
Comprehensive 4-Day Technical & Deliberative Timeline
Delegate Arrival & Accreditation Badge Collection
Secretariat accreditation desk opens at Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites, Asokoro.
National Executive Council (NEC) Strategic Session
High-level meeting of National Council officers and Chapter Coordinators.
Welcome Cocktail & Fellowship Networking Evening
Informal ice-breaker reception for registered delegates, fellows, and invited dignitaries.
Grand Opening Ceremony & Presidential Address
National Anthem, Welcome Address by GEOSON President, Keynote by Special Guest of Honour.
Lead Plenary: "Geospatial Technologies for National Security"
Presentation by Defense & Intelligence GIS experts, followed by exhibition walkthrough.
Parallel Technical Paper Presentations (Tracks 1 – 6)
Breakout technical streams on Smart Cities, Climate Resilience, and Digital Data Infrastructure.
Parallel Technical Paper Presentations (Tracks 7 – 12)
Sessions covering AI, Big Data analytics, Electoral processes, and Cultural heritage documentation.
Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Society Business
General Assembly deliberations, secretariat reports, and constitutional society business.
Grand Annual Gala Dinner, Fellows Investiture & Awards Banquet
Celebration of geospatial excellence, presentation of fellowships, and annual society honors.
Official Conference Communiqué Presentation
Review and formal adoption of the national policy communiqué to government and stakeholders.
Certificate Accreditation & Delegate Departures
Validation of official attendance certificates on member portal and farewell ceremonies.
Conference Subthemes & Tracks
12 Thematic Tracks for Papers & Deliberations
Geospatial Technologies for National Security and Crisis Management
Smart Cities and Urban Resilience
Climate Change Adaptation and Environmental Monitoring
Agricultural Transformation through Geospatial Intelligence
Digital Economy and Geospatial Data Infrastructure
Energy Transition and Natural Resource Management
Transportation, Logistics, and Smart Mobility
Health and Epidemiology Mapping
Gender, Youth Empowerment and Capacity Building in Geospatial Technologies
Global Trends in AI, Big Data, and Geospatial Analytics
Geospatial Technologies for Electoral Processes and Democratic Governance
Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Geospatial Documentation
Delegate Accreditation Fees
Choose your participation category
Fellows
- ✓ Full Plenary & Session Access
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Tea Breaks & Lunch
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Members
- ✓ Full Plenary & Session Access
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Tea Breaks & Lunch
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Students
- ✓ Full Plenary & Session Access
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Tea Breaks & Lunch
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Non-Members
- ✓ Full Plenary & Session Access
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Tea Breaks & Lunch
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Technical Exhibition (9 sq m)
- ✓ Full Plenary & Session Access
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Tea Breaks & Lunch
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
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Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites
Asokoro, Abuja FCT, Nigeria
Located in prestigious Asokoro diplomatic district. Approximately 35 minutes from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Partner hotels available.
NATIONAL SECRETARIAT REGISTRY
This flagship gathering is officially organized and accredited by the National Secretariat of the Geoinformation Society of Nigeria (GEOSON).