Date
25 October 2025
Location
Abuja, Nigeria
About the Event
The Conference of Freedom Advocates (CFA) is Nigeria's first national gathering dedicated to advancing liberty, limited government, and free markets. This landmark event will convene 100 civil society leaders, reform advocates, journalists, academics, and student activists—all united by a commitment to rethinking reform and charting a freer, more prosperous Nigeria.
Why Attend?
First-Ever National Platform
Be part of Nigeria's first-ever national platform dedicated to freedom advocacy.
Practical Tools & Strategies
Gain practical tools and strategies for effective pro-liberty reform and storytelling.
Network with Leaders
Network with 100 influential leaders and emerging voices from across the civic space.
Event Details
Date
25 October 2025
Location
Abuja, Nigeria
Features
Keynotes, Panels, Workshops, Launches
Conference Agenda
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2025 Conference Full Agenda
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The agenda is subject to minor changes. Please check back regularly for updates.
Publications & Resources
Access our latest research, reports, and magazine editions exploring freedom, governance, and economic prosperity in Africa.
The Liberalist Vol. 1
Subsidy for Sale
An in-depth analysis of subsidy policies and their impact on African economies.
Download MagazineThe Liberalist Vol. 2
Africa, Why E Dey Like This?
Exploring the challenges and opportunities facing contemporary Africa.
Download Magazine
F(in)AR Report 2025
Freedom in Africa Report
Comprehensive analysis of economic freedom and prosperity across African nations.
Download ReportAll publications are available for free download. Share them with your network to spread awareness about freedom and prosperity in Africa.
Featured Speakers
Anna Suberu
Alumni Engagement Manager, Students for Liberty
Anna Suberu is the Alumni Engagement Manager at Students for Liberty (SFL). Her professional interests lie at the intersection of freedom, peace, and economic development.
Eric Mobu
Director of Programs & Development, Liberalist Centre
Eric Mobu is a public speaker and creative coach passionate about advancing liberty, leadership innovation, and media engagement.
Christiana Yeside Longe
Project Manager for Media Freedom, Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID)
Christiana Yeside Longe is a Nigerian-trained lawyer with significant expertise in freedom of expression, access to information, digital rights, internet governance, and capacity building.
Iniobong Usen
Senior Program Coordinator, International Budget Partnership (IBP)
Iniobong is an experienced development practitioner with extensive expertise in public financial management, strategy development, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
Confidence Nwowo
Development Communication Strategist
Confidence Nwowo is a Development Communication Strategist passionate about using storytelling, digital media, and advocacy to drive social impact across Africa.
Leonard A. Ogunweide
Founder, Face of Liberty International & Director of Advocacy, Liberalist Center
Leonard A. Ogunweide is a global public speaker, author, and social impact leader dedicated to advancing freedom, leadership, and civic engagement across Africa.
Oluwabukola Adimula
African Liberty Programs Associate, Students for Liberty
Oluwabukola Adimula is a researcher and communications professional with a bachelor's degree from the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
Marcin Branowski
Alumni Programs Director, Students For Liberty
Marcin Branowski is a non-profit manager, campaign strategist, and policy analyst from Wrocław, Poland, with over a decade of experience in pivotal policy areas.
Benita Ezumezu
Program Advisor, Venture Boost Pre-Accelerator
Benita Ezumezu is a passionate and experienced social impact innovator and policy and good governance advocate. She also serves as a program management consultant working on good governance, technology, law, active citizenship, policy and social enterprise development projects.
Nurudeen Hassan
Programs Manager, Hope Behind Bars Africa
Nurudeen Hassan is a project manager and partnership builder with expertise in human rights, youth development, international relations, democracy, and governance across Africa.
Peter Ogah
Program Officer, YouthHubAfrica
Peter Ogah is a women and girl's rights advocate and program officer with YouthHubAfrica with more than 5 years of experience leading advocacy efforts.
Sunday Timothy
Programs Officer, iLEAD AFRICA
Sunday Timothy is a dedicated youth development advocate and serves as a Programs Officer at iLEAD AFRICA.
Yusuff Liadi Abiodun
Executive Director, iLEAD AFRICA
Yusuff Liadi Abiodun is a democracy advocate, civic innovator, and Executive Director of iLEAD AFRICA, where he leverages digital technology to strengthen governance, civic participation, and youth empowerment.
Stephen Oyedemi
Director of African Programs, African Students for Liberty
Stephen Oyedemi is the Director of African Programs at African Students for Liberty with core interests intersecting technology, economic freedom, and human well-being.
Sarah Evbotokhai
Immediate past FCT Commissioner, Nigerian Girl Guides Association
Sarah Evbotokhai is a social development advocate and gender justice champion dedicated to amplifying women's voices and advancing inclusive systems for marginalized and vulnerable groups.
Chike Donald Ibewuike
Senior Associate, Outreach Department, Liberty International
Chike Donald Ibewuike is a writer, community organizer, and policy analyst dedicated to using public policy as a tool for improving the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
Ibrahim Faruk
Program Coordinator - Africa Division, Yiaga Africa
Ibrahim Faruk has over 15 years of experience in democracy, good governance, and crosscutting fields with specialization in social movements, community organizing, and citizen participation.
Sessions
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