Vice President Shettima to Open Nigerian Editors' Conference in Enugu
Vice President Kashim Shettima will declare open the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) in Enugu on September 24, 2026.
In Brief
- •Vice President Kashim Shettima will declare open the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) in Enugu on September 24, 2026.
- •The conference will focus on themes related to democracy, elections, press freedom, and national development.
- •Key speakers include Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, Obi of Onitsha Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, and former Catholic Archbishop of Abuja John Cardinal Onaiyekan.
- •The event will bring together editors, government officials, academics, and civil society representatives.
- •The conference is supported by Enugu State Government, UNESCO, and other organizations.
Why It Matters
The Nigerian Editors' Conference is a significant event for the media and democratic governance in Nigeria. It provides a platform for editors to discuss critical issues such as democracy, elections, press freedom, and national development. The conference aims to strengthen democratic governance, promote national development, and advance nation-building through responsible and responsive journalism. The involvement of key stakeholders, including the Vice President, highlights the importance of the media in safeguarding credible elections and rebuilding public trust.
Key Details
- Conference Dates
- September 24-25, 2026
- Location
- The Dome, International Conference Centre, Enugu
- Theme
- The Ballot, the Media and the Task of Keeping Democracy Alive
- Sub-Theme
- When Lies Look Real: Detecting and Debunking AI Disinformation Before, During and After Election
- Number of Participants
- More than 500
Context & Background
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) is a professional association of editors in Nigeria. The All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) is the flagship annual gathering of the Guild, providing a platform for editors to discuss critical issues related to democracy, elections, press freedom, and national development.
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