Prizes

The ZODML Poetry Prize 2026

The Prizes

Celebrating poetic excellence with cash awards, medals, and recognition across Nigeria.

Total Cash Awards ₦1,200,000 Free to Enter · 2026

Prize Breakdown

1st

First Place Cash prize + medal + cup (for poet's university)

₦500,000

2nd

Second Place Cash prize + medal

₦300,000

3rd

Third Place Cash prize + medal

₦200,000

4th & 5th

Fourth & Fifth Place Cash prize each

₦100,000 each