Win ₦100,000 in ABITFA 2025 Monologue Contest

The Abuja International Theatre Festival & Awards (ABITFA 2025) has opened submissions for its annual Monologue Contest, inviting actors from across Nigeria and beyond to showcase their talent, creativity, and storytelling power.

Whether you’re an emerging actor or a seasoned performer, this is your stage to shine — and a chance to win ₦100,000 and national recognition.

Guidelines

• Duration: Maximum of 150 seconds (2 minutes, 30 seconds)

• Format: Clear video recording in landscape mode

• Language: English or any Nigerian Indigenous Language (with English subtitles)

• Submission Deadline: Friday, October 31, 2025 (Midnight)

Prizes

• 1st Place: ₦100,000 + Certificate of Excellence

• Top 5 Finalists: Will be featured live at ABITFA 2025 (November 8, 2025) and across official festival platforms.

This contest celebrates performance as identity — giving actors a platform to express personal and cultural stories that move audiences.

ABITFA, known for spotlighting African theatrical voices, continues to champion creativity and connection through performance.

Submit your entry and learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/ABITFAMonologueContest