The third annual writing competition inviting Nigerian voices to tell stories about contemporary Nigeria through one of five themes: Justice, Healthcare, Social Reform, Education, or Entrepreneurship.
Duration: Submissions open 21 October 2026 and close 12 November 2026; judging ends 30 November 2026 and winners are announced 7 December 2026.
Choose one of the five official themes and submit an original unpublished short story, poem, or essay of no more than 750 words through the official Stories From Nigeria submissions page before 12 November 2026. Follow the official formatting instructions: Arial, size 11, 1.5 line spacing. Submit in English, or include an English translation with an indigenous-language entry.
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