The Nigerian Diaspora Direct Investment Summit (NDDIS) is set to launch Nigeria’s version of United Kingdom’s Chatham House.
The concept, which is to be named after former President Olusegun Obasanjo, is aimed at conflict resolution globally.
At a media conference held at conference room of President Olusegun Obasanjo private residence in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, NDDIS Executive Director, Prince Bimbo Roberts Afolayan said that the launch is scheduled to hold on 27 November 2025 at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory.
Accompanied by Deputy Director of Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute, Prof Samuel Daramola, the Executive Director added that other events included the public presentation of a book, The Conflict Resolution Strategies of President Olusegun Obasanjo; which has about 380 pages across 20 chapters
‘At this crucial time, as Nigeria and other nations face complex challenges, the proposed centre will serve as a hub for national dialogue, peacebuilding and democratic engagement. The land for the project has already been secured’, he said.
Afolayan explained that the secured land is located directly opposite the National Open University in Abuja, and that development would commence immediately after the official launch.
The summit boss said that the event would be attended by President Bola Tinubu alongside several current and former presidents, governors and international dignitaries.
‘This will be a proud moment for Nigeria, a day when we host leaders from across Africa and the world to celebrate peace, leadership and dialogue. But this project is more than a book or centre, it is a movement.
‘It is a call to strengthen our democracy through dialogue, reflection and respect. Let us honour our heroes, learn from their wisdom, and build a Nigeria where conflicts are resolved peacefully, where leadership is defined by vision unity and service’, he eemphasised
