The Hill-Top Creative Arts Foundation is proud to announce the winners of its 2025 Annual Award for Excellence in Creative Writing and Valued Addition to the Foundation. This year’s winners are Pacella Chukwuma-Eke, AbdulRazaq Salihu, Sa’ada Isa Yahaya, and Ibraheem Uthman. These individuals have shown remarkable commitment to the literary arts and have greatly contributed…
We are thrilled to reveal the shortlisted poets for the June 2024 quarter Wakaso Poetry Prize. Congratulations to: We were incredibly impressed by the caliber of entries this quarter. Stay tuned for the announcement of the winner!
Date: 6/1/2024 Panelists: Discussion Ojo Olumide Emmanuel: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. We have Nasiba Babale who is a poet, you are welcome. We have Mr. Victor Akwu Eneojo who is a poet and critic, you are welcome sir. While we wait for other panelists, the theme of this discussion is Nigerian Poetry: Where do…
Kamar Hamza, P.h.D, a distinguished figure in Nigerian/African literature, is a poet, children’s books author, literary critic, and educator whose eminent career has spanned over three decades. His contributions to the written world have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape, reflecting a profound commitment to the art of storytelling, creativity, and education. Beyond…
Chidiebere Godwill Enyia was born in Owerri Imo State, Nigeria. He is the author of two books, Once Upon A Hard Time( novel) 2013 and Chants of A Messenger Poet (poetry) 2019. He obtained his bachelor of Arts (BA) in English and literary Studies from the Imo State University Owerri. He lived in Minna for…
