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Nigerian author Oyindamola Olugbile has won the Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025 for her novel Sanya, announced on Oct. 10, 2025, at a grand ceremony held at Eko Hotels, Lagos.
Nigerian writer Oyindamola Olugbile has been announced as the winner of The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025 by the Nigeria Prize for Literature Committee on October 10, 2025.
The Advisory Board for the prize, led by Professor Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo, announced at a Grand Award ceremony held at the Eko Hotels, Lagos.
Oyindamola won the prestigious award for her book ‘Sanya.’ She received the cash award of $100,000 for the competition.
Oyindamola beat two other finalists, Chigozie Obioma and Nikki May, to win the laurel prize.
The Nigeria Prize for Literature rotates among four genres of literature: prose fiction, poetry, drama, and children’s literature. The 2025 edition, themed Inspire, focused on prose fiction.
The Advisory Board Chair, Prof. Akachi Adimora Ezeigbo, praised the finalists for their exceptional storytelling and depth, stating,
“Each work distinguishes itself through masterful plotting, characterisation, and a good command of language that transports readers into imagined worlds. These are not merely stories; they are carefully woven realities. They are compelling in their beauty, stirring in their emotional resonance, and unflinching in their engagement with familiar yet urgent societal issues.”
Prof Adimora Ezeigbo also acknowledged all the authors who submitted their works this year, noting that it was inspiring to see such creativity and passion among the authors.
The Nigeria Prize for Literature, sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), is one of the continent’s most prestigious literary awards, carrying a $100,000 prize. Each year, it recognises exceptional Nigerian writers whose works promote the richness of the nation’s literary heritage.
