The Eriata Oribhabor Poetry Prize (EOPP) has announced its 2024 shortlist, revealing ten Nigerian poets whose works rose above a strong pool of entries.
Founded in 2012, the EOPP promotes Nigerian poetry centered on nation-building, patriotism, and social issues. It pushes poets to tackle governance and spark change, solidifying its role as a platform for literary advocacy.
The 2024 shortlist includes:
- A Poem In Which I’m A Matador by Nweke Benard Okechukwu
- Flower Poem by Ehiorobo Derek
- Exodus by Michael Agunbiade
- Benediction For Rage by Adesiyan Oluwapelumi
- Roots by Pacella Chukwuma-Eke
- Understanding The Arbitrariness Of Things by Rasheed Ayinla Shehu
- Every Hour, A Body Arrives The Headline by Eliongema Udofia
- A Country That Carries Its Dead Like Firewood by Oladosu Michael Emerald
- Here, Even Gravity Isn’t Spared From Gunshots by Adamu Yahuza Abdullahi
- Fervent Prayers by Igbokwe Roseline
Winners will be announced in a few days, with the top three earning cash prizes: ₦50,000 for first, ₦30,000 for second, and ₦20,000 for third. The top 20 entries, including the shortlist, will appear in the 2024 EOPP anthology.
Congratulations to all shortlisted poets!
Bakare Oluwatobiloba
I write to educate, motivate and define history with literature. Just being me!
