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Join the GIFON Community, Connect, Learn, and Contribute to Advancing Geospatial Intelligence, National Security, and Sustainable Development in Nigeria.

Why Join GIFON?

Join GIFON and be part of a community shaping the future of Nigeria through Geospatial Intelligence. Here, you don't just learn, you innovate, collaborate, and lead initiatives that strengthen national security, advance sustainable development, and transform communities. Connect with visionary experts, gain access to cutting-edge knowledge, and contribute your skills to projects that make a real, lasting impact. At GIFON, your insights drive progress, your intelligence fuels solutions, and together, we empower a safer, smarter, and more resilient Nigeria.

Membership Application Process

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Student Membership

For undergraduates and postgraduates.

02

Professional Membership

For individuals in geospatial, tech, security, and related fields.

03

Institutional Membership

For universities, research institutes, and training centers.

04

Corporate Membership

For private sector organizations.

05

Government/Agency Membership

For ministries, security agencies, and regulators.

06

Fellow/Honorary Membership

For distinguished leaders and contributors.

By Nomination Only

Membership Benefits

As a GIFON member, you unlock a suite of resources designed to accelerate your career.

  • Access to exclusive publications, research reports, and policy briefs.
  • Discounted rates for conferences, training, and certifications.
  • Networking with global experts and policymakers.
  • Eligibility for scholarships, fellowships, and mentorships.
  • Opportunities to contribute to national research projects.
  • Participation in shaping Nigeria’s geospatial policies.
  • Recognition as part of Nigeria’s leading GEOINT community.

Fee Structure

CategoryAnnual3-YearLifetime
Student₦ 45,000₦ 108,000
Professional₦ 150,000₦ 360,000
Institutional₦ 1,350,000₦ 3,240,000
Corporate₦ 3,750,000₦ 9,000,000
Govt/Agency₦ 4,500,000₦ 10,800,000
Fellow/HonoraryBy NominationAutomatic

Pioneer Members

Murtala Muhammad Badamasi

Murtala Muhammad Badamasi

Deputy Director (CDA)

Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), Bayero University Kano

Lynda Elesa Bitrus

Lynda Elesa Bitrus

Assistant Director

National Productivity Centre

Diwa Gideon James

Diwa Gideon James

Chief executive Officer (CEO)

DGLINKS LIMITED

Catherine Musa Ishaya (MGEOSON, MNES, AMNIEE)

Catherine Musa Ishaya (MGEOSON, MNES, AMNIEE)

Assistant Chief

National Centre for Remote Sensing, Jos (NASRDA)

Daniel Gelleh

Daniel Gelleh

Geospatial Analyst

National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA)