Laraba MUREY
The Federal Government has launched the ‘Voices of Our Heritage’ writing competition to empower young Nigerian writers.
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, said the initiative aims to foster creativity and cultural appreciation among pupils and students aged 10 to 18.
According to Musawa, the contest will help discover and nurture budding literary talents, enabling them to create, publish, and earn from digital books. She added that the initiative promotes entrepreneurship while preserving Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
The competition, part of the 2024-25 National Young Authors Fair (NYAF), is open to primary, secondary, and university students. Registration closes on February 20, 2025, while book submission runs from February 20 to March 20.
The top 10 winners, to be announced on April 10, 2025, will receive ₦250,000 each, with their books published and showcased at a national cultural event.