At a time when happiness feels increasingly out of reach for many, Jehovah’s Witnesses are inviting the public to experience their 2026 annual convention series, themed ‘Eternal Happiness’.
One of the largest non-profit convention organisers in the world, Jehovah’s Witnesses will bring a free, three-day program to 44 cities across Nigeria over 17 weekends, beginning May 15–17, 2026, exploring how lasting happiness can be found through spirituality grounded in practical Bible principles.
“Who doesn’t want to be happy?” said Afolabi Odeyemi, local spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses. “This year’s convention theme discusses how to be happy and how to remain happy. All in attendance will discover the real joy that comes from a solid hope for the future.”
The programme will be presented in 24 languages across Nigeria and is expected to draw more than one million attendees over the course of the convention season.
Featured discourses, interviews, and video presentations will explore topics including ‘Abundant Happiness Forever — Is It Realistic?’, ‘Why Are You Anxious?’, ‘Happy Are Those Who Wash Their Robes’, and ‘Go In Through the Narrow Gate’, among others.
Each day’s programme runs from 8:20 a.m., with sessions concluding at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, and 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, with a one-hour-and-twenty-minute lunch break daily. Saturday’s programme also includes a baptism ceremony. No monetary collections are ever taken.
Among the most eagerly awaited elements of the convention is the debut of ‘Episodes 4, 5, and 6 of The Good News According to Jesus’ — an 18-episode video series depicting the life and ministry of Jesus Christ based exclusively on the Gospel accounts.
Episode 1 premiered at the 2024 conventions, with Episodes 2 and 3 following in 2025, making this year’s instalment a highly anticipated continuation for returning attendees.
The ‘Eternal Happiness’ theme extends well beyond Nigeria’s borders. A total of 19 international conventions will be held throughout the year in countries including Portugal, South Africa, and Thailand, welcoming thousands of delegates from around the world.
Last year, under the theme ‘Pure Worship’, Jehovah’s Witnesses hosted over 6,000 conventions in nearly 500 languages across 13 countries, with total global attendance exceeding 12 million people.
“All members of the public are welcome to attend free of charge. To find a convention location near you, visit jw.org > About Us > Conventions or go to 2026 Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses,” said a statement by the religious organisation.
