57th Annual General Meeting & Scientific Conference (Hybrid) LAGOS 2026

Association of PSYCHIATRISTS IN NIGERIA

APN

Welcome to APN since 1969

30th Nov - 4th Dec, 2026
9:00 AM Daily
Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja, 111, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Ikeja, Lagos

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About APN AGSM 2026

About The Conference

Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN) invites psychiatrists, mental health professionals, researchers, and policymakers to participate in the 57th APN Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM), Lagos 2026.

THEME Insecurity and Economic Downturn in Nigeria: Strengthening Community Mental Health System for Resilience and Recovery

SUB-THEMES

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1. Digital Psychiatry and Multidisciplinary Pathways to Care:

Collaboration among Psychiatrists, Allied Professionals, Community Leaders, and Digital Experts

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2. Beyond Rescue:

Schools as Safe Spaces and Psychosocial Recovery for Children and Other Survivors of Kidnapping and Violent Trauma

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3. From Trauma to Recovery:

Addressing Substance Use in an Era of Insecurity and Economic Downturn through Prevention, Treatment, Recovery, and Post-Traumatic Growth

Community Resilience

Foster collaboration among psychiatrists, mental health professionals, policymakers, and community leaders to build stronger support systems in times of insecurity and economic hardship.

Innovative Solutions

Explore creative approaches to community mental health, including digital psychiatry, grassroots interventions, and strategies for resilience and recovery in challenging socio-economic contexts.

Capacity Building

Strengthen professional skills, share best practices, and empower mental health practitioners to respond effectively to insecurity and economic downturns.

Psychiatry • Research • Excellence

Advancing Mental Health Care Across Nigeria

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Conference Registration Fees & Timeline

Secure your conference registration before the applicable deadline.

Category Registration Type Early Bird Ends 29th Sept., 2026 Regular 30th Sept. – 14th Oct. Active Now Late 15th Nov. – 29th Nov. Onsite 30th Nov., 2026
Consultant Professional Category
₦70,000 ₦80,000 ₦90,000 ₦100,000
Resident Resident Doctors
₦50,000 ₦50,000 ₦60,000 ₦70,000
Others Other Participants
₦50,000 ₦50,000 ₦60,000 ₦70,000
Virtual Registration Online Participation
₦70,000
Always Active
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IMPORTANT DATES

Important Registration Dates

Stay updated with the official registration timelines for the APN-AGSM Lagos 2026 Conference.

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EARLY STAGE

Early Bird Registration

July – 15th Sept., 2026

Register early to secure the applicable early-bird conference rate.

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STANDARD

Regular Registration

16th Sept. – 31st Oct., 2026

Standard conference registration remains available throughout this period.

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FINAL WINDOW

Late Registration

1st Nov. – 29th Nov., 2026

Late registration applies during the final registration window before the event.

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AT VENUE

Onsite Registration

30th Nov., 2026

Onsite registration will be available at the conference venue.

Call For Papers

Call For Papers & Abstract Submission

Psychiatrists, Mental Health Professionals, Researchers, Academics, Students, and Innovators are invited to submit abstracts and technical papers aligned with the conference theme. Join leading experts to advance mental health excellence, strengthen community resilience, and contribute to recovery-focused innovation in Nigeria and beyond.

Submission Deadline

29 September 2026

Conference Venue

Lagos 2026

Join us at the official conference venue for the 57th APN Annual General and Scientific Meeting.

Conference Venue

Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja

111, Obafemi Awolowo Way

Ikeja, Lagos

Nigeria

Conference Dates

30th November – 4th December, 2026

9:00 AM Daily

Hybrid Conference

National Executive Council

Meet the National Executive Council

The distinguished professionals providing visionary leadership for the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria.

Dr Veronica Oluyemisi NYAMALI
President

Dr Veronica Oluyemisi NYAMALI

National President

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Dr Aveka Ishaq AUDU
Vice President

Dr Aveka Ishaq AUDU

Vice President

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Prof Kingsley Mayowa OKONODA
Secretary-General

Prof Kingsley Mayowa OKONODA

Secretary-General

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Dr Mumeen Olaitan SALIHU
Assistant Secretary-General

Dr Mumeen Olaitan SALIHU

Assistant Secretary-General

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Dr Muhammad Abba FUGU
Treasurer

Dr Muhammad Abba FUGU

National Treasurer

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Dr Olusegun Shoyombo
Public Relations Officer

Dr Olusegun Shoyombo

National Public Relations Officer

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Prof Taiwo James OBINDO
Ex-Officio I

Prof Taiwo James OBINDO

National Executive Council

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Dr Oluseye Abayomi OLAJIDE
Ex-Officio II

Dr Oluseye Abayomi OLAJIDE

National Executive Council

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Dr Emmanuel ESSIEN
Editor-in-Chief

Dr Emmanuel ESSIEN

Nigerian Journal of Psychiatry

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Prof Aishatu Yisha'u Armiya'u
Early Career Representative

Prof Aishatu Yisha'u Armiya'u

Early Career Psychiatrists Representative

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Meet the Distinguished Leaders Shaping APN-AGSM Lagos 2026

Dedicated professionals driving the success of APN-AGSM Lagos 2026.

Dr Olugbenga Owoeye

Dr Olugbenga Owoeye

Medical Director, F.N.P.H. Yaba, Lagos State
COC Chairman

drowoeyeoa@gmail.com

Dr Olufunmilayo Akinola

Dr Olufunmilayo Akinola

Vice Chairman
COC Member
Dr Oni Joseph Omotade

Dr Oni Joseph Omotade

COC Secretary
COC Member
Dr Nkemakolam Ndionuka

Dr Nkemakolam Ndionuka

Chairman, Fund Raising/ Finance Committee
COC Member
Prof Mashudat Abiola Bello-Mojeed

Prof Mashudat Abiola
BELLO-MOJEED

Chairperson, Scientific Committee
COC Member
Dr Kehinde Ganiyat Sodimu

Dr Kehinde Ganiyat Sodimu

Treasurer, Central Organizing Committee
COC Member
Dr Yetunde Animola

Dr Yetunde Animola

Chairperson, Registration Committee
COC Member
Dr Adeyinka Antwi

Dr Adeyinka Antwi

Chairman, Transport & Accommodation Committee
COC Member
Dr Charlotte Nwigwe

Dr Charlotte Nwigwe

Chairperson, Protocol & Security Committee
COC Member
Dr Shofu-Akanji Tomilola

Dr Shofu-Akanji Tomilola

Central Organizing Committee
COC Member
Tolulope Laolu-Ogundeji

Tolulope
Laolu-Ogundeji

Central Organizing Committee
COC Member
Okunade Fatima Olaitan

Okunade Fatima Olaitan

Consultant Pharmacist
COC Member
Olaniyi-Agboola Morenikeji

Olaniyi-Agboola Morenikeji

Central Organizing Committee
COC Member
Oni G. F.

Oni G. F.

Central Organizing Committee
COC Member

Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja

111, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Ikeja, Lagos State

The 57th Annual General Meeting & Scientific Conference of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN) will hold at the iconic Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja. Delegates will enjoy a convenient conference environment with accessibility, parking, hospitality and modern facilities.

Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja
LAGOS • NIGERIA
OFFICIAL CONFERENCE VENUE

Lagos Airport Hotel Ikeja

A strategic Lagos venue for academic sessions, professional networking, exhibitions and the APN 2026 Scientific Conference.

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