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
Conference Background & Prospectus
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.
Who Should Attend & Participate
Federal & State MDAs
OSGOF, NASRDA, SURCON, NEMA, Armed Forces, Defense Space Administration, and Survey Departments.
Geospatial Professionals
GIS practitioners, licensed surveyors, remote sensing specialists, urban planners, and environmental modelers.
Academia & Researchers
Professors, researchers, postgraduate fellows, and university students presenting peer-reviewed papers.
Industry Solution Providers
Earth observation firms, UAV/drone operators, software vendors, satellite operators, and tech innovators.
Conference Programme Schedule
4 Days · Plenaries, Parallel Technical Tracks & Society Assembly
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
Peer-Reviewed Scientific Presentations & Technical 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
Call for Technical Papers & Abstracts
Authors are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers aligned with any of the 12 subthemes. Accepted and presented papers will be peer-reviewed for publication in the Nigerian Journal of Geoinformation. Inquiries: conference@geoson.ng.
Delegate Accreditation Fees
Select your participation category for AGA/C Abuja 2026
Fellows
- ✓ Full Plenary & 12 Sessions
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Buffet Lunch & Coffee Breaks
- ✓ Digital Accreditation Pass
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Members
- ✓ Full Plenary & 12 Sessions
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Buffet Lunch & Coffee Breaks
- ✓ Digital Accreditation Pass
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Students
- ✓ Full Plenary & 12 Sessions
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Buffet Lunch & Coffee Breaks
- ✓ Digital Accreditation Pass
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Non-Members
- ✓ Full Plenary & 12 Sessions
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Buffet Lunch & Coffee Breaks
- ✓ Digital Accreditation Pass
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Technical Exhibition (9 sq m)
- ✓ Full Plenary & 12 Sessions
- ✓ Conference Kit & Materials
- ✓ Buffet Lunch & Coffee Breaks
- ✓ Digital Accreditation Pass
- ✓ Official Certificate of Attendance
Transfer the accreditation fee for your category directly to the official GEOSON bank account. Keep your transfer receipt or session ID handy, as you will upload it in the next step to claim your accreditation code and activate your account.
Register & Upload Payment Proof
Complete the form below, upload your payment slip, and set a password. You will receive your official registration tracking code immediately and can print your Certificate of Attendance from your member dashboard once verified.
Conference Registration Form
Complete your details below, choose your participation category, and upload your bank transfer slip to lock in your delegate seat.
Host Venue & Logistics Guide
Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites · Asokoro, Abuja FCT
Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites
Asokoro Diplomatic Enclave, Abuja FCT. Within convenient proximity to major federal secretariats and defense headquarters.
Nnamdi Azikiwe Int’l Airport (ABV)
Approx. 35 to 45 minutes transit via the Airport Expressway and Umaru Musa Yar'Adua Way. Verified airport taxis and ride hailing readily accessible.
24/7 Diplomatic Cordon
The venue operates with comprehensive military and federal security perimeter control. Valid accreditation passes required at all access gates.
Asokoro & Central Area Accommodations
Preferred rates arranged for delegates at on-site Suites, and nearby hotels across Asokoro, Garki, and the Central Business District.
NATIONAL SECRETARIAT REGISTRY
This flagship assembly is officially organized and accredited by the National Secretariat of the Geoinformation Society of Nigeria (GEOSON).
Conference Accreditation.
Choose your category, transfer fee to the official account, and upload proof to generate your verified delegate pass.
Armed Forces Officers Mess & Suites
Asokoro District, Abuja FCT · Secure diplomatic zone · 35 mins from Airport.