17th WARIMA Annual Workshops and Conference
Theme: Compliance = Quality Research
- 11th - 14th May 2024
- Abuja, Nigeria

The 17th Annual Workshops and Conference of the West African Research and Innovation Management Association (WARIMA) will be held in Abuja, Nigeria, from 11th – 14th May 2026, under the theme “Compliance = Quality Research.” This gathering will bring together experts, practitioners, policymakers, and institutions from across West Africa and beyond to share knowledge, strengthen capacity, and foster impactful collaborations in research and innovation management. Through workshops, conference sessions, and networking opportunities, participants will explore best practices in compliance, ethics, and quality assurance, reinforcing WARIMA’s commitment to advancing research systems in the region.
Sub-themes
- Building A Sustainable Compliance Culture
- Managing International Research Collaborations
- Role Of Due Diligence In Building Compliance Systems
- Ethics And Regulatory Standards For Quality Research
- Safeguarding The Financial Integrity Of Projects
- Mentorship and Continuous Development Of Research Managers
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Theme
Compliance = Quality Research
Sub-themes
- Building A Sustainable Compliance Culture
- Managing International Research Collaborations
- Role Of Due Diligence In Building Compliance Systems
- Ethics And Regulatory Standards For Quality Research
- Safeguarding The Financial Integrity Of Projects
- Mentorship and Continuous Development Of Research Managers
Deadline: 31st October 2025 at 23:59 GMT.
Selected abstracts will be notified by 1st December 2025.
Vision
To be the foremost regional Leader in Research and Innovation Management in the West African Sub-region through global engagements, capacity building and collaborations.
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