PREPARE FOR THE BENUE BOOK AND ARTS POETRY SLAM SET TO ELECTRIFY MAKURDI ON 22nd February 2025

Makurdi is about to witness a poetic showdown like no other as the Benue Book and Arts Festival (BBAAF) Poetry Slam takes centre stage on Saturday, 22nd February 2025, at Empire Suites, Plot 10, 28 David Mark Bypass, Makurdi, Benue State. This high-energy competition promises an evening of rhythm, wordplay, and lyrical brilliance, offering poets the chance to battle for prestige, cash prizes, and a path to international recognition.

With a total prize pool of N270,000, the stakes are high. The winner will take home N150,000, while the second and third-place poets will receive N70,000 and N50,000, respectively. More than the cash, this slam offers the chance of greater opportunities as the winner will automatically qualify for the Nigeria Grand Slam 2026, with a chance to represent Nigeria at the African Cup of Slam Poetry and the World Slam Championship 2026 in South Africa! Gosh, tell me you are not thinking about it already!!

The slam will feature three rounds. The first and second rounds will each allow two minutes per performance, while the final round will give contestants three minutes to impress the judges and the audience. Poets will face eliminations in each round, culminating in a final battle where at least three contestants will slam for the crown.

How to Register

Participation is open to all poets, but registration is required. Interested contestants must pay a registration fee of N2,000 and send proof of payment via WhatsApp to +2347030285995. Payment should be made to:

Account Name: Oko Owoicho
Account Number: 3080949108
Bank: First Bank

Be Part of the Experience

Whether you are a seasoned slam poet or an emerging voice looking to make your mark, this is an opportunity to showcase your talent on a prestigious platform. The audience can expect a night of electrifying performances, fierce competition, and artistic excellence.

For inquiries and further details, send an email to sevhagers@bbaaf.com or reach out via WhatsApp at +2347030285995.

Join us as we crown the next poetry champion of Benue and set the stage for a journey to national and international acclaim!

Meanwhile, don’t forget to purchase the merch from the Benue Book and Arts Festival!