Joe Ushie Poetry Prize
The Joe Ushie Poetry Prize is a prestigious literary award established to honor the legacy of Professor Joseph Akawu Ushie—a distinguished poet, literary scholar, and seasoned educator in the Department of English, University of Uyo, Nigeria. This prize celebrates excellence in poetry, encourages emerging and established poets to share their voices, and fosters a vibrant literary community.
📖 About Joe Ushie Poetry Prize
The Joe Ushie Poetry Prize is an initiative of the Joe Ushie Literature Foundation. It awards a cash prize to the author of the best submitted poem in a given year.
Opportunity Details:
- Date Published: May 20, 2025
- Application Deadline: July 31, 2025 (11:59 p.m. GMT)
- Category: Contest
- Eligible Locations: Nigeria
💰 Benefits of Joe Ushie Poetry Prize
- Prize Money: $500 (USD)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the Joe Ushie Poetry Prize, entrants must meet the following requirements:
- Age: Entrants must be at least 18 years old at the time of submission.
- Citizenship: Entrants must be Nigerian citizens and must submit proof of citizenship (e.g., international passport data page or national identity card).
- Originality: Entries must be original, unpublished work and not plagiarized or AI-generated. Poetry previously broadcast online is considered published.
- Length: Each entry must not exceed 50 lines, and a maximum of three poems is allowed per entrant.
- Restrictions: Family members and close friends of the organizers and judges are not allowed to enter.
📝 Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the Joe Ushie Poetry Prize:
- Submission Deadline: All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. GMT on July 31, 2025. Late submissions will be automatically disqualified.
- Submission Format: Entries must be sent as email attachments, along with proof of Nigerian citizenship, to joeushieliteraturefoundation@outlook.com.
- Email Subject Line: The subject line of the submission email should read:
[NAME OF ENTRANT]'S ENTRY FOR THE 2026 JOE USHIE POETRY PRIZE.
📅 Application Deadline
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
🌐 Application Portal
For more details and to apply, visit the official website: Joe Ushie Poetry Prize.
This opportunity is a fantastic platform for poets to showcase their talent and gain recognition in the literary community. Don't miss the chance to participate!
- The Prize money is $500 (USD).
