2026 Annual Conference

Neo Cycle Educational Psychologists (NCEP) invites scholars, practitioners, and students to her flagship annual gathering — advancing the science and practice of educational psychology in Nigeria.

Conference Theme

Nigerian Youths' Educational Disengagement and Students' Critical and Creative Thinking in the Digital Intelligence Era

1st – 5th September, 2026
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
University Auditorium

Sub-Themes

Ten thematic areas guiding paper submissions, panel discussions, and workshop sessions.

  • 1

    The Psychology of Money: attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours among Nigerian Students (Psychological Drivers of Educational Disengagement among Nigerian Youths)

  • 2

    Financial Stress and Its impact on Academic Motivation and Mental Health. (Financial Stress, Economic Pressures, and Students' Academic Disengagement)

  • 3

    Mental Health, Academic Apathy, and Youth Engagement in Learning

  • 4

    Cultural Perceptions of money and their influence on Student Learning Attitudes. (Cultural Constructions of Education, Success, and Money among Nigerian Youths)

  • 5

    Balancing Human Thinking and AI Assistance in Student Learning

  • 6

    Designing Learning Tasks that Promote Higher-Order Thinking in the AI Age

  • 7

    Assessment of Critical and Creative Thinking in AI-Enhanced Learning Environments

  • 8

    Teacher Competence for Fostering Critical and Creative Thinking in the AI Era (Teacher Competencies for Re-engaging Disengaged Learners in the Age of AI)

  • 9

    Ethical, Philosophical and Societal Implications of AI: Students' Critical Thinking in Research efforts

  • 10

    Counseling and Psychological Intervention for re-engaging students facing financial anxiety and academic apathy

Conference Hosts & Officials

Chief Host
Prof. Ugochukwu Bond S. Anyaehie

Vice Chancellor
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Keynote Presenter
Prof. H.A. Apeh

Dean, Faculty of Education
University of Abuja, Abuja

Host
Prof. Elsie C. Umeano fnae, fncep, faan

President, Neo Cycle Educational Psychologists

LOC Chairman
Prof. Kingsley Chinaza Nwosu

Department of Educational Foundations
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

07084735361
LOC Secretary
Dr. Victor Ugochukwu Ezeonwumelu

Department of Educational Foundations
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

+2348101354748

Call for Papers

Interested participants are invited to send abstracts of not more than 250 words in Microsoft-Word format. Submission should include full name, institution affiliation, e-mail and WhatsApp phone number.

Submission

Send your abstract as an attachment to:

ncepconference2026@gmail.com

Deadline: 1st August, 2026

Full Paper Guidelines

  • Not more than 15 pages, A4 size
  • Double line spacing throughout
  • Including tables and references
  • Latest APA citation style

Publication

Quality research papers that meet the peer review process will be published in the next volume of the NCEP Professional Journal.

Hard Copies: 10 copies to be brought to the conference.

Topics of Interest

  • Learning theories and cognitive development
  • Teaching effectiveness and pedagogy
  • Student motivation, engagement and wellbeing
  • Measurement, assessment and evaluation
  • Special education and inclusive schooling
  • Guidance, counselling and mental health
  • Early childhood and developmental psychology

Notes for Contributors

  • Manuscripts must be original and not under review elsewhere
  • Full submission guidelines available from the Editor-in-Chief
  • All submissions undergo double-blind peer review
  • Authors must observe academic integrity and ethical standards
  • Both NCEP members and non-members may submit

Conference Registration

All participants are required to register. Student registrants must provide proof of student status. Membership renewal and registration can be processed alongside conference registration.

Item Amount
Conference Registration ₦30,000
Vetting Fee ₦5,000
Student Registration (with proof) ₦15,000
Extra Certificate ₦5,000
Membership Renewal ₦2,000
New Membership Registration ₦4,000
Workshop Fee (Old Members) ₦2,000
Workshop Fee (New Members) ₦4,000
Bank Details
Account Name Neo Cycle Educational Psychologists
Account Number 1312185799
Bank Name Zenith Bank Plc

Schedule & Accommodation

Conference Schedule
Date Programme
Tuesday, 1st September Arrival
Wednesday, 2nd September Opening Ceremony
Thursday, 3rd September Workshop
Friday, 4th September Plenary Session
Saturday, 5th September Departure

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Ready to Participate?

Join leading scholars and practitioners at the 2026 NCEP Annual Conference. Submit your abstract, register today, and be part of the conversation shaping educational psychology in Nigeria.

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