The Nigeria Prize for Science and The Nigeria Prize for Literature are Nigerian science and literary awards presented annually since 2004.[1] The award is sponsored by Nigeria LNG in partnership with the Nigerian Academy of Science and the Nigerian Academy of Letters. [1] The prize describes itself as "bringing Nigerian scientists and authors to public attention and celebrating excellence in scientific breakthroughs and literary craftsmanship in the nation."[1]
The Prize for Literature rotates among four genres - Fiction, Poetry, Drama and Children's literature.[2]
The Prize was initially $20,000 each in Literature and Science.[2] This was increased to $30,000 in 2006, and again to $50,000 in 2008.[2] In 2011 the prize was increased to $100,000,[3][2] making it one of the richest literary prizes in the world.
In 2009 the Literature Committee could not decide on a winner and the prize money was given to the Nigerian Academy of Letters instead.[2]
| Year | Literature | Science |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Adeleke Olufemi Adeyemi (under nom de plume of Mai Nasara) | None |
| 2010 | Prof. Esiaba Irobi | Prof. Akaehomen Ibhadode |
| 2009 | None | Prof. Andrew Jonathan Nok |
| 2008 | Kaine Agary | Dr. Ebenezer Meshida |
| 2007 | Mabel Segun & Prof. Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo | None |
| 2006 | Prof. Ahmed Yerima | Prof. Michael Adikwu |
| 2005 | Dr. Gabriel Okara & Dr. Ezenwa Ohaeto | None |
| 2004 | None | Prof. Alfred Susu & Dr. Kingsley Abhulimen |