49th NOA Conference and Vision Expo
&
AFCO Annual General Meeting
Theme: Optometrists in a changing Africa; From Diversity to Unity
29th July - August 1st, 2026
Bringing it to focus
The 49th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Optometric Association, hosting the AGM of the African Council of Optometrists, convenes eye care leaders under the theme “Optometrists in a Changing Africa: From Diversity to Unity.” The conference will foster continental collaboration, innovation, policy dialogue, and professional integration, advancing unified advocacy and clinical excellence to improve eye health outcomes across Africa.
The Best Experience Ever
Pre-conference workshops, Arrival and Registration. Participants for Pre-conference workshops are advised to arrive a day earlier.
Registration continues. OPENING CEREMONY, scientific sessions. Welcome Cocktail/party.
Scientific sessions continue with a tour of the Umuahia Metropolis and environs.
The climax of the conference! Aerobics/Football Match, City tour and a must for all to attend AGM.The day crescendos to our epic dinner, Gala/Awards nights.