The maiden edition of WINSEC '2026, Women in Security Summit and Awards, is set to take place in the Nigeria's Capital, Abuja on the 30th of June, 2026.
This is according to a release by the Media and Publicity Sub-committee as attached ...
WINSEC Summit & Awards '2026 to Debut in Abuja,
...Sets to Spotlight Women in Security and National Service Excellence
Preparations have reached an advanced stage for the maiden edition of the WINSEC Summit & Awards '2026 (Women in Security Summit and Awards), a national event designed to celebrate excellence, courage and commitment within Nigeria’s security and public service ecosystem.
The summit, scheduled to hold in Abuja, is expected to bring together key stakeholders from the security sector, media industry, civil society and government institutions in a high-level engagement aimed at strengthening national security architecture and advancing the inclusion of women in security-related roles.
The National Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Aishatu Ibrahim, described the maiden edition as a landmark initiative designed to spotlight individuals and institutions whose service and sacrifice contribute significantly to peace, safety and national development.
Ibrahim noted that the summit goes beyond a ceremonial gathering, emphasizing that it serves as a strategic platform for dialogue, collaboration and innovative approaches to addressing contemporary security challenges in Nigeria.
According to her, preparations are currently in top gear, with less than four weeks remaining before the event, and the organizing committee remains committed to delivering a well-structured, impactful, and internationally benchmarked summit.
She further stressed that the success of the inaugural edition is critical to positioning WINSEC as a sustainable annual platform dedicated to advancing women’s participation and leadership in the security sector.
The summit is being convened in collaboration with leading media and professional bodies, underscoring its multi-sectoral outlook and commitment to transparency, professionalism and stakeholder inclusion.
Further details, including programme highlights, keynote speakers and participation guidelines, will be announced in the coming weeks.
WINSEC '2026 is positioned to become a defining national gathering that not only celebrates excellence but also reinforces the importance of inclusive security governance in Nigeria.
Signed:
Comrade Adeola Ekine,
Chairperson, Media & Publicity Committee
WINSEC Summit & Awards '2026 Organizing Committee
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