Former President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, NDLEA Chairman Brigadier General Buba Marwa (rtd), and Air Peace Chairman Allen Onyema will be among notable Nigerians and institutions honoured at the inaugural Diplomatic/Security International Conference hosted by the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN).
The high-level event, scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Abuja, will explore the link between diplomacy, security, and national development under the theme: “Nigeria’s 4Ds Foreign Policy Strategy Amidst Global Security Challenges, Strategic Misperceptions, and the Age of Disinformation: The Role of Diplomacy, Intelligence, and Media in Shaping National and Global Stability.”
The conference will highlight Nigeria’s 4D Foreign Policy Strategy Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora spearheaded by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar. It is designed to provide a strategic platform for diplomats, security stakeholders, media professionals, and civil society actors to examine pressing issues that affect both Nigeria’s internal stability and global standing.
DICAN Chairman, Idehai Frederick, described the event as a bold intellectual platform that seek to bridge the gap between policy and public communication. He emphasized that as Nigeria redefines its foreign policy approach, synergy among diplomats, the media, and security experts is critical to protecting and advancing national interests in today’s volatile global environment.
In recognition of individuals and institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to peacebuilding, diplomacy, national cohesion, and security sector reform, DICAN will present its Award of Excellence to 20 distinguished honourees. The awards will celebrate achievements that have significantly strengthened Nigeria’s international relations, humanitarian outreach, and internal security.
The conference will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and thought leadership sessions. Dignitaries expected to speak include the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Defence, the Minister of Interior, as well as ambassadors and service chiefs. Among the prominent international figures attending are the Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, and the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Nigeria.
DICAN described the conference as more than a media initiative it is a national platform for collective reflection, forward-thinking engagement, and strategic alignment in the face of global instability.
According to Idehai, diplomacy in the modern age extended far beyond formal bilateral meetings; it is now a vital tool for confronting transnational threats, shaping economic policies, and ensuring national stability through collaboration, intelligence, and informed communication.
The Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN) is a non-partisan group of journalists who report on Nigeria’s foreign affairs, diplomacy, and multilateral engagements. DICAN serve as a bridge between the diplomatic community and the Nigerian public, promoting policy transparency and strategic engagement through responsible journalism.
