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Call for Papers: 1st African Multidisciplinary Conference of Wigwe University (AMCWU 2026)

AMCWU 2026, Wigwe University Conference, Green Economy Africa

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1st

African Multidisciplinary Conference of Wigwe University
(AMCWU 2026)

WIGWE
University

Conference Theme

“Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Green Economy Transition and Sustainable Development in Africa”

DATE
18th & 19th November 2026
VENUE
Main Auditorium, Wigwe University, Isiokpo, Rivers State, Nigeria
Hybrid Option:
Physical & Virtual Available

Wigwe University is a rapidly emerging private institution in Rivers State, promoting innovation, excellence, and global competitiveness. It stands as a vibrant hub for research, collaboration, and high-impact leadership development.

Organized By:

College of Management & Social Sciences (CMSS)

General Chair

Prof. Marwan Al-Akaidi (Vice Chancellor)

Chair

Prof. Chukwuma Ebere

Dean CMSS

Co-Chair

Prof. Kingsley Ukaoha

Dean CSC

Keynote Speakers:
  • Prof. Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji, PhD
    AAS Affiliate, FRSB(UK), FBSN, FNSM, FNBGN. Deputy Vice Chancellor FUADS Iragbiji. Highly accomplished multidisciplinary scholar.
  • Prof. Wilson Nwankwo
    Cybersecurity and Software Expert

Submission Guidelines

Abstracts should be comprehensive summaries (250–500 words) encompassing the study’s purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.

  • Double-Blind Peer Review: Evaluated by two independent reviewers.
  • Plagiarism Check: Screened via Turnitin (<20% similarity).
  • Original Work Only: No simultaneous journal submissions.

Conference Themes

Authors are invited to submit abstracts under any of the 14 interdisciplinary sub-themes:

  • 1. Digital Environmentalism, Behavioural Change Communication, and Ecolinguistics
  • 2. AI, IoT, and Data-Driven Sustainability
  • 3. Renewable Energy, Smart Grids, and Energy Materials
  • 4. Green Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, and Industry 5.0
  • 5. Climate Finance, Carbon Trading, and Green Accounting
  • 6. Agri-Tech, Food Systems, and Climate-Smart Entrepreneurship
  • 7. Sustainable Transportation, Electrification, and Smart Mobility
  • 8. Immersive Storytelling, Eco-drama, Mobile Solar Cinema, and Biophilic Afrofuturism
  • 9. Economic Policy, Public Debt, and Monetary-Fiscal Coordination for Green Transition
  • 10. Stochastic Modelling, Optimization, and Green Chemistry for Resource Management
  • 11. Corporate Governance, IFRS, Audit, and Financial Reporting
  • 12. AI and the Reconfiguration of Business Models in the Digital Economy
  • 13. Frugal Innovation and Sustainable Enterprise
  • 14. Exhibition in painting, sculpture, graphic designs, textile, digital art, and mixed media

Proceedings Publishing

All accepted papers will be published in the official conference proceedings volume. Submissions are tracked for indexing with AJOL (African Journals Online) and Google Scholar.

Registration Fees & Timeline

Presentation CategoryEarly Bird (Until Sept 30)Standard (From Oct 1)
Virtual Presentation₦35,000₦40,000
Physical Presentation₦45,000₦50,000
International Participants$80 USD$100 USD
Corporate Presentation₦180,000₦200,000
Poster Presentation₦25,000₦30,000
Additional Certificate₦20,000₦20,000
Abstract Review Fee: FREE

Critical Deadlines

Abstracts Due

Aug 31, 2026

Acceptance Notification

Sept 15, 2026

Early Bird Ends

Sept 30, 2026

Registration Closes

Oct 31, 2026

Post-Conference Proceedings Deadline: 15th December 2026 | Publication: 31st January 2027

Payment & Bank Account Routing

⚠️ Verification Protocol: Please retain all electronic or network receipts. Forward structural scans/proof of payments explicitly to [email protected] immediately upon transaction execution.

Within Nigeria

Account Name: Wigwe University

Bank Name: Access Bank

Account No: 1867771401

International Wire (USD)

Account Name: Wigwe University LTD/GTE

Bank Name: Access Bank

Account No: 1880624722

Cancellations & Refunds
  • Before 31st August 2026: 75% refund
  • 1st–15th September 2026: 50% refund
  • After 15th September 2026: No refund applies

* On-campus housing accommodations provided at affordable rates.

LOC Helpline Contacts

Dr. Jacob Sesugh Angahar (Chairman LOC)
📞 Tel: +234-7063841324

Dr. Nnaji Kennady (Secretary LOC)
📞 Tel: +234-8068292927