Young Nigerian filmmakers are set to showcase their talents in the 2027 Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts competition.
The competition has unveiled “Nigeria Unseen” as its central theme, encouraging filmmakers aged 18 to 35 to create documentaries that highlight overlooked aspects of Nigeria. The winning entry will compete for a ,000 prize, with submissions accepted from February 1, 2027, until the deadline of 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time on April 30, 2027.
Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts 2027 Theme Announced
The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts aims to recognize outstanding creative work and promote filmmaking in Nigeria. The theme “Nigeria Unseen” invites filmmakers to present stories that challenge common perceptions of the country. This initiative encourages a fresh perspective on individuals and experiences that deserve wider recognition.
Participants are expected to produce documentaries with a maximum running time of 20 minutes, completed between January 2026 and April 2027. The competition seeks to build on the success of its inaugural edition, which concluded in October, where two filmmakers shared the ,000 prize.
Nigeria: Key figures on Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts
- ,000
- 18 to 35
- 20 minutes
- January 2026
- April 30, 2027
Encouraging Young Filmmakers in Nigeria
The organisers of the Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts are keen to encourage young creatives to document stories that reflect Nigeria’s diversity. By focusing on lesser-known narratives, the competition aims to provide a platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their abilities. This initiative is part of a broader effort to foster the development of storytelling and filmmaking in Nigeria.
Upcoming Dates for Filmmakers
- Entry portal opens on February 1, 2027
- Deadline for submissions is April 30, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time
The 2027 Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts invites filmmakers to reveal the unseen stories of Nigeria.
