By: Destiny Young
Abuja, the nation’s capital, is poised to witness a milestone occasion as President Bola Tinubu, through his Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, in partnership with the All Progressives Congress (APC), prepares to convene the Progressive Digital Media Summit.
Heralded as the largest symposium of digital communicators in Nigeria, the summit seeks to highlight the vital role modern media plays in national advancement and the implementation of effective government policies.
The Progressive Digital Media Summit is scheduled for 1st and 2nd August 2025 at the prestigious State House Banquet Hall, Aso Villa, Abuja. The event is set to be truly historic, drawing together a diverse spectrum of stakeholders from across the digital media landscape.
About the Progressive Digital Media Summit
This summit has been conceived to bridge the divide between digital media specialists and policymakers, fostering robust dialogue on how modern media can substantially aid the success and widespread acceptance of pivotal government initiatives in the twenty-first century.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with:
- Policymakers
- Professional Communicators
- Media Practitioners
- Influencers
- Storytellers
This varied gathering is expected to spark fruitful exchanges and collaborations that will steer the future of digital engagement within public governance.
Opportunities at the Summit
Far from a mere talk shop, the Progressive Digital Media Summit is designed as an interactive and empowering event. Participants can anticipate:
- Panel Discussions: Thought-provoking sessions featuring preeminent voices on pressing issues at the intersection of digital media and governance.
- Innovative Dialogues: An exploration of groundbreaking trends and strategies within the digital sphere.
- Skill-building Workshops: Hands-on sessions dedicated to enhancing expertise in digital communication.
- Presentation of Opportunities within the Renewed Hope Administration: Showcasing the various avenues available for digital communicators to contribute to President Tinubu’s administration.
Summit Theme
The unifying theme for the summit is “Unveiling the Critical Role of New Media in National Development with a Focus on the Renewed Hope Agenda”. This underscores the administration’s dedication to leveraging digital platforms to drive national progress and foster public engagement.
A Special Launch
In addition to its diverse programme, the event will also serve as the official unveiling of the PBATVersary 2.0 document—a comprehensive compendium that chronicles President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s achievements over the past two years and highlights the gains made under the Renewed Hope agenda.
Mr Dada Olusegun, alongside the APC, is set to deliver a truly exceptional experience, one that aims to empower, educate, and connect digital communicators whilst forging stronger links between digital innovation and national development.
Digital media professionals, policymakers, and all interested parties are strongly encouraged to reserve these dates and ensure their participation in this seminal event in Abuja.
