Press Release
THE TY Buratai Literary Initiative (TYBLI) has announced the finalists for the Young Adult Literature Prize 2024.
Targeted at Nigerian youth and highlight the creative talents of emerging writers, the prize according to the promoters, aims to foster a culture of writing among young people.
The short list as announced by the judges are:
South West:Truth and Dare by Olatunbosun Taofeek
North Central: Portraiture of a Dreamer by Hajarah Mohammed Bashar
North East: The Northern Boy by Daniel Singfuri Yohanna
A press release from the promoters states:
Each of the regional winners, earlier announced in September, will receive N250,000 in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Nigerian young adult literature and a certificate of achievement.
The overall winner of the Young Adult Literature Prize will be selected from among the finalists to receive the grand prize of N1,000,000, will be announced at the award ceremony scheduled for late November 2024 in Abuja.
The ceremony will celebrate literary excellence, with all regional winners in attendance to receive their awards and recognition for their literary contributions.
For more information on the award and upcoming events, please visit the official website or follow us on social media. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all regional winners and eagerly anticipate the announcement of the overall winner.
Contact: TY Buratai Literary Initiative
Phone:08034530886
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tybli.ng.com
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