By Gabriel Ameh
Abuja | Media Report
The Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria has announced that over 100 diplomatic missions, alongside representatives of the European Union and Economic Community of West African States, as well as top security agencies, policymakers, trade institutions, and civil society organisations, will participate in its upcoming international conference.
The high-level event, titled Diplomatic, Security, Trade, and Investment International Conference, is scheduled to hold on May 20, 2026, at the Rotunda Hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria.
With the theme “Information Warfare (FIMI): Strengthening Global Security, Trade, and Investment Through Collaborative Truth: Role of Diplomacy, Intelligence, and Media,” the conference will address the growing threat of Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) in global affairs.
Chairman of DICAN, Idehai Frederick, said the summit will provide a strategic platform for stakeholders to examine how disinformation is increasingly being used to destabilise international relations and disrupt global markets.
He noted that the conference comes at a critical time as rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Gulf region, continue to impact global energy prices and trade stability.
According to him, the concept of “collaborative truth” will be central to discussions, as participants explore how diplomacy, intelligence, and the media can work together to counter disinformation and prevent escalation of conflicts.
The summit will also focus on restoring investor confidence by promoting transparency in information sharing, protecting global trade routes, and reducing market volatility driven by false or manipulated narratives.
In addition, stakeholders will deliberate on leveraging diplomatic intelligence to distinguish between propaganda and verified information, thereby fostering dialogue and supporting peaceful conflict resolution.
The conference is expected to draw key players from both the public and private sectors, further positioning Nigeria as a strategic hub for global conversations on security, trade, and information integrity.
