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Hi Sprinngers! Welcome to June🎉 Swipe to know what's happening at Sprinng this month➡️ We are still accepting submissions from Nigerian writers for this year's Annual Poetry Contest. Visit for instructions on how to submit. Submissions close on June 30.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

11 months

Help us wish Chinonso Nzeh a happy birthday! Chinonso Nzeh is first Igbo. His works have been published in The Shallow Tales, Isele Magazine, Black Boy Review, etc. His writing explores grief, gender, queerness, familial relationships, etc. Happy Birthday, @chinonso_nzeh !🎉🥳

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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We are happy to announce that, once again, we have broken our record for the number of applications received for the Writing Fellowship. In 2023, we received 1163 applications from Ghana, SA, & Nigeria. This year, we got 1,748 applications from these countries, including Liberia

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

The application for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship 2023 opens tomorrow, January 15, 2023, to Nigerian & Ghanaian writers aged 18-25 who have yet to publish a book.⁣ ⁣ Tag someone who knows someone who has been waiting for a new application year that it is finally almost here!⁣

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Sprinng

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1 year

Hello Nigerian Writers! We're still open for submissions. Send us your best work today! —

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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We are immensely grateful to our mentors for making this fellowship possible and believing in our mission to foster a thriving network that empowers diverse African writers, amplifies their voices, and celebrates their literature. We are here because you are! #2024SprinngMentor

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Hello writers! We are still accepting submissions for the 2023 publication year until January 31.⁣ ⁣ Send us your best work today, and share this opportunity with another writer!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

It's been raining application submissions since the early morning, and we love the energy!⁣ 🤗 ⁣ Tell someone to tell someone that the SprinNG Writing Fellowship 2023 is now open!⁣ ⁣ Please use the link in the flyer to submit your applications accordingly.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Congratulations, Chinonso! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Chinọnso Nzeh

@chinonso_nzeh

1 year

I WON THE ISELE PRIZE FOR NONFICTION😭. MOMMY AND DADDY COME AND SEE!!!!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Announcing SprinNG’s First Director! We are proud to announce Ebukun Gbemisola Ogunyemi as the first Director of SprinNG. Read more here:

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Hurray! It's our 7th Anniversary, and we're exceedingly grateful for the journey so far and the amazing community we have! Thank you for rooting for us & cheering us on! Please celebrate with us today by sharing your SprinNG story if you have one! 🥳 #SprinNGat7 #MySprinNGstory

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Our mentors are heroes, and we cannot thank them enough for joining us on this mission to raise the next generation of African writers. To the 7th cohort of the SprinNG Writing Fellowship, welcome, and we hope you have a stimulating time with your assigned mentors 💚

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

10 months

We are delighted to announce this year’s SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest Finalists. 🎊🥳 Winner: ADEDOYIN KAYODE OLAMIDE 1st Runner-Up: OKAFOR MICHAEL ONYEBUCHI 2nd Runner-Up: CHINEMEREM PRINCE NWANKWO Visit our website, , to read their remarkable pieces.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

This year, we broke our record for the number of applications received for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship🎉 NOTICE: All applicants will receive an update on their acceptance status by Thursday, May 18, 2023, instead of May 15, as previously stated. Thank you! 💚

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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We have now responded to all applications for the 2024 Sprinng Writing Fellowship. We appreciate everyone who applied and look forward to welcoming our 8th cohort this week. #SprinngWritingFellowship2024

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

4 years

Spring 2020 Fellowship is here! Congratulations to all mentees and thank you to our inspiring crop of mentors! "The mind is not a vessel that needs filling, but wood that needs igniting.” - Mestrius Plutarchus #sprinng #mentorship #literature

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Happy Birthday to our amazing, brilliant, and phenomenal Co-founder & CEO, Oyindamola Shoola 🥳 @Oyinshoola ⁣ Thank you for your exemplary leadership and your commitment to the growth of others and the promotion of Nigerian Writing and Literature.⁣ We love you so much, Queen!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

We are proud to announce that we are hosting our 6th cohort of the SprinNG Writing Fellowship with 41 writers & 43 mentors. By the end of this year, we'd have mentored 180+ writers ( #Nigerian & #Ghanaian ). Cheers to the SprinNG Writing Fellowship class of 2022! #writing #writers

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 months

Applications for the 2024 Sprinng Writing Fellowship will close in 2 Days!! We encourage all eligible writers from Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Liberia to apply before the deadline, Monday, 15th April 2024, 11:59 PM WAT.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Hello Writers, we are still accepting submissions for the SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest! Visit for more information.⁣

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Meet the Winner, Runner ups and Notable Mentions of the 2022 SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest! 🥳 To everyone else that submitted their poems for the contest, you are all winners too. Don't stop writing, keep the fire burning! 🔥 #poetrycontest #literarycommunity #poetry #sprinng

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

10 months

We are delighted to reveal the 2023 SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest shortlist! 📚 These poets have captivated us with their profound expressions and literary artistry. Join us in celebrating their exceptional talents, and stay tuned for the winner's announcement on August 5, 2023.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

4 months

We are still open for submissions until March 31. Send us your best work today!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Today is @eketiette 's day so join us to celebrate her! Eketi Edima Ette is a gifted storyteller, Tedx speaker, writing coach, and sole author of Chinda Ella and May My Village People Not Disgrace Me. Happy Birthday Eketi. Stay amazing 💚🎉🎉

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Hello SprinNGers, help us wish @jakkybeefive a happy happy birthday 🥳🎉 Jakky Bankong-Obi is a poet and Media Consultant from Kakwe-Beebo in Boki, Cross River State. Jakky lives and writes from Abuja. Have the best of birthdays, Jakky 💚 #birthday #happybirthday #celebration

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Today, we join the rest of the world in congratulating the Son of Olokun, Romeo Oriogun, on his monumental win as the 2022 Winner of the Nigeria Prize for Literature!⁣ ⁣ Congratulations! @SonOfOlokun 🎉🥳🥳⁣ #NigeriaPrizeforLiterature

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

4 months

We're excited to announce that the 2023 Sprinng Writing Fellowship anthology, "A Dance with Dreams," is now available for download on our website! Please click the link to download and enjoy:

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 month

As Sprinng celebrates its 8th anniversary this new month, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all Sprinngers. Your presence and active participation have been instrumental in our incredible journey. Keep Sprinnging with us by staying connected on social media. #Sprinng

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

We congratulate, @MsOlisakwe Author of Ogadinma, the winner of the 2021 SprinNG Women Authors Prize @the_swapng . We also congratulate @Achalugo Author of Mmirinzo, for emerging as the first runner-up and @timi_waters Author of Haven, for emerging as the second runner-up. #Prize

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Is your pen game lit, and you love a good challenge? If yes, then the SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest is for you!⁣ ⁣ Write an 8-10 line poem on any theme of choice and submit it to us using the link in the flyer! Submission will close on June 30.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Hello everyone, and happy holidays! We're excited to announce that the 2022 SprinNG Writing Fellowship Anthology, Everything Tender and Beautiful, is now available for download: . Cover Image: @Billio_speaks Photographed by: @damohla2 #Anthology

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

In celebration of Valentine's, we are giving ONE WINNER a copy of SWAP 2022 Winners' Books. All you have to do to win is:⁣ ⁣ 📌Write a beautiful FIVE-LINE poem about sweet love — romantic or platonic (friendship, sisterhood, etc.)⁣ ⁣ 📌Post it by quoting this tweet

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

It's World Pelumi Salako Day today! Pelumi Salako is a Nigerian writer and journalist who covers arts, culture, development, and technology. His writing, published in English and French, has appeared in Al Jazeera, etc. ⁣ Happy Birthday, @SalakoBabaa 🎉 Have a fantastic year!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Happy World Poetry Day, SprinNGers! Shout out to your favourite Nigerian poets in the comment section, and let us celebrate them with you! Let's go 💃⁣ ⁣ #WorldPoetryDay2023 #WorldPoetryDay #March21 #March21st #Nigerianpoets

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

11 months

Meet the Judges for the SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest 2023, a lineup that embodies literary expertise and passion for poetry. These creative individuals have been carefully selected to assess & evaluate the exceptional talent and creativity showcased in this year's submissions.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

We have a lot in store for you this month! Most importantly, the application for the 2022 SprinNG Women Authors Prize is open. Follow @the_swapng for updates and share this information with your qualified friends & family! #SprinNG #Rovingheights #giveaway #nigerianwriters

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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Submit to our Annual Poetry Contest! We are still accepting submissions from Nigerian writers living in Nigeria until June 30. Visit for submission instructions and requirements. We wish you all a splendid weekend! #Sprinng #SprinngAnnualPoetryContest

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Hello writers! We are happy to announce that we are now open for submissions for 2023!⁣⁣ ⁣ Visit our website, , for more information on requirements.⁣⁣

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

The SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest is now open! Write an 8-10 line poem on any theme of choice and submit! You stand a chance of winning N15,000 cash and a N10,000 Roving Heights gift card.⁣ ⁣ Submit yours today and tell someone to do the same! Happy weekend, writers! 💚

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@SprinngLM

2 months

The Sprinng Annual Poetry Contest is currently open for submissions from Nigerian writers living in Nigeria. Due to our collaboration with @PoetryColumnNnd this year, three writers will each stand a chance to win N15,000 Cash and a N10,000 gift card to shop at Roving Heights.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Are you a Nigerian/Ghanaian writer between 18-25 who has yet to publish a book? If yes, here is your weekly reminder to apply for this year's SprinNG Writing Fellowship!⁣ ⁣ The portal will close for applications on April 15, 2023. So submit your application today! #ApplyNow

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Let's wish @NzubeNlebedim a happy birthday! Nzube Nlebedim is a Pushcart-nominated Nigerian writer, critic, essayist, and editor. He is the founding editor and editor-in-chief of Africa’s premier literary journal, The Shallow Tales Review. Have a fantastic year ahead! 🥳🥳🥳

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 months

Hello Sprinngers! Welcome to April 🎉 Here are a few things happening and wrapping up at Sprinng this month ➡️ 🍀 Application for the 2024 Sprinng Writing Fellowship will close on April 15, 2024. Make sure you submit your application before the deadline! 💚 #HappyNewMonth

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

We're happy to announce our collaboration with @Botsotso_Gova to extend the SprinNG Writing Fellowship to South Africa! Application closes for South African applicants on May 10, 2023. Like, share, and retweet. Check here for more information:

Botsotso Publishing

@Botsotso_Gova

1 year

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Botsotso in collaboration with @SprinngLM will now be extending the SprinNG Writing Fellowship to South Africa! 🇳🇬 and 🇬🇭 and 🇿🇦 !

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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Sprinng is proud to announce its partnership with Poetry Column NND for its annual Poetry Contest. The contest opens on March 1 and ends on June 30. Save the date and learn more! Visit .

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

5 months

Applications for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship are now open! This fellowship is only open to Nigerian, Ghanaian, Liberian, and South African writers aged 18 - 25 who have yet to publish a book (eBook/hardcopy). #Sprinng2024 #Africanwriters

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Hello! Have you been seeking an opportunity to have your work(s) published on our website? If yes, you're in luck! We are currently accepting submissions in all genres from Nigerian writers.⁣ ⁣ Please visit to share your best work(s) with us.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Join us in wishing Jide Badmus a Happy Birthday! Jide Badmus is an engineer, poet, and author of There is a Storm in my Head, Scripture, Paradox of Little Fires, What Do I Call My Love For Your Body? etc. ⁣ ⁣ Happy Birthday, @bardmus 🥳🥳🥳. Thank you so much for all you do.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

11 months

Help us wish the amazing Carl Terver a happy birthday! 🎉🎉 Carl Terver is a Nigerian writer of Tiv ancestry. He holds a BA in English from Benue State University, Makurdi, and writes about film, literature, and music. Happy Birthday, @carlterver ! Many happy returns! 🥳🥳🥳

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

We have responded to all applications for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship. Check your emails for an update. Thank you for trusting us with your craft. Thank you for your applications. All the best to you 💚 #sprinng #swf #sprinngwritingfellowship #sprinngwritingfellowship2023

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@SprinngLM

11 months

Hello, SprinNGers! Here is another opportunity to learn more about the MFA process & how to apply. In this 2-day lecture facilitated by @isjonespoetry , you'll learn how to make yourself a strong candidate for the program of your choice Visit to register

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

How many people have you told about the SprinNG Writing Fellowship? No one? Here is another opportunity to tell someone about the SprinNG Writing Fellowship today!⁣ ⁣ The fellowship is Free! #Applytoday #Ghanaianwriters #Nigerianwriters

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Hello, SprinNGers! Applications for the 2023 SprinNG Writing Fellowship will close in 2 DAYS! (For Nigerian and Ghanaian Applicants only) at 11:59 pm.⁣ ⁣ The deadline for South African Applicants is MAY 10, 2023. We wish you all a wonderful day.

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Happy Holidays, SprinNGers! We bring you good news! Join us and a few of our alums on Twitter Spaces this Sunday, 9th April, at 4 pm as we discuss why you should apply for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship & how to submit an impressive application. ⁣⁣We look forward to seeing you.

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Let's all wish @Deraa_akaenyi a happy birthday 🎉🎉 ⁣ Chideraa Ike-Akaenyi is a writer, freelance editor, and devotee of whichever art she fancies. Her tinkering with fiction and nonfiction has appeared in Agbowo, Itanile, etc. ⁣ We wish you lots of smiles and joy! 💚🥳

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Get Ready! We are very excited about the 2022 SprinNG Writing Fellowship and can't wait for you to begin applying. This year, we are working closely with the Contemporary Ghanaian Writers Series - @CGWSeries to expand the fellowship further.

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@SprinngLM

2 years

Submission for our annual poetry contest is open. Visit: to learn more. Contest Prompt: Write a simple poem on any theme of your choice between 8-10 lines. Line count doesn't include the poem's title. #SprinNG #Poetrycontest #Nigerians #Nigerianwriters

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@SprinngLM

3 months

Sprinng Writing Fellowship 2018 Alum Spotlight - Meet Pamilerin Jacob! Visit to learn more about the Sprinng Writing Fellowship and apply by April 15! #Sprinng #AfricanWriters #SprinngWritingFellowship

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@SprinngLM

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How many of these have you done as a writer? 😏 What’s your total score? #sprinng #sprinnglm #nigerianwriters #africanwriters #africanwriters

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@SprinngLM

2 years

Have you purchased the 2021 SprinNG Women Author Prize ( @the_SWAPng ) winner’s book? OGADINMA by Ukamaka Olisakwe @MsOlisakwe , is on Amazon and @Rovingheights for purchase. #SprinNG #writersofig #bookstagramnigeria #africanliterature #amazon #rovingheights #bookstore

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@SprinngLM

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Happy New Month, SprinNGers! Welcome to the beautiful month of April.⁣ ⁣ Applications for the 2023 SprinNG Writing Fellowship will close on the 15th of this month. So tell someone to submit their application nowwww!!!⁣ ⁣ We wish you all a splendid April! #HelloApril

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@SprinngLM

1 year

It's the Queen's birthday today! Join us in wishing our amazing and phenomenal SWAP Manager and Poetry Mentor, Roseline Mgbodichinma Anya Okorie, @RMgbodichinma a happy birthday! We wish you a prosperous and fabulous year! 💚💚💚

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@SprinngLM

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We are still accepting poetry submissions from Nigerian writers living in Nigeria for our Annual Poetry Contest. For more information on how to submit, please visit . #Sprinng #AnnualPoetryContest

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@SprinngLM

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We have some exciting changes on the horizon 🥳 New year, new name, new mission, new logo, new everything! This change is more than just a visual transformation. Visit our website, , to read more about this announcement. #sprinng #sprinnglm

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@SprinngLM

1 year

It's a Queen's birthday today! So join us in wishing the phenomenal Iyanu Adebiyi a happy birthday! ⁣ ⁣ Iyanu Adebiyi is an award-winning writer and performance poet. Happy Birthday, @IyanuAdebiyi . Thank you for being an amazing mentor! We wish you a prosperous year ahead! 🎉🎉

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

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Happy New Week, Sprinngers! Today is the final day to apply for the 2024 Sprinng Writing Fellowship. Interested applicants should endeavour to submit their applications by 11:59 PM WAT, as there will be no extensions. Good luck, everyone!

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@SprinngLM

2 years

Get to know the amazing judges of the 2022 SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest. #poetry #poetrycontest #literarycommunity #sprinng

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@SprinngLM

2 years

Dear writers, writing is rewriting! Don't be afraid to go through several drafts.

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Hey SprinNGers! Join us in wishing the brilliant and ever-vibrant Emmanuel Faith a happy birthday! ⁣ ⁣ @themmanuelfaith is a writer and poet who lives in Lagos and wears many hats. Happy Birthday, EF! Have a blissful and prosperous year ahead 🎉🎉🎉 #HappyBirthdayEmmanuelFaith

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Are you interested in applying for this year's SprinNG Writing Fellowship? If yes, join us this Saturday, January 13, at 4 pm WAT for the Q & A Webinar. We'll be answering all questions and sharing tips on how to submit a successful application—.

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Join us in wishing writer, poet, and author @ug_damian , a happy birthday! 🎉🎉 ⁣ ⁣ He is the author of the poetry chapbook I Know the Origin of My Tremor (Sundress Publications, 2021), and his debut poetry collection, In Gorgeous Display, is forthcoming with Fordham University.

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The competition is open to all emerging Nigerian poets. Visit to learn more. For questions, DM: @UnseriousCo #Poets #PoetsinNigeria #Writers #Nigerianwriter

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@SprinngLM

1 year

We want to thank everyone who participated in our Valentine's Giveaway yesterday—we enjoyed reading your beautiful submissions. ⁣ ⁣ We're happy to announce Moshkhur Ajikobi @almoshkur as the winner of the giveaway. Please send us a DM to claim your prize.

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Everyone wake up, today is @dynamicrahma 's birthday! 🥳 Rahma O. Jimoh is a creative writer and journalist. She is a lover of sunsets and monuments and has been published or forthcoming in Agbowo Magazine, Isele Magazine, etc. May your day be as wonderful as you are Rahma 🥳

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@SprinngLM

2 years

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Out judges are reviewing the poems and we can't wait to share updates in August. The 2022 judges are: Adetola Emmanuel Damilola Omotoyinbo Grillo Adedolapo Balogun Abdulmueed Sanni Oluwatimilehin Modester Alo #SprinNG #PoetryContest

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2 years

This month with SprinNG! Visit our website: for details. #SprinNG #Publications #Contest

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1 year

Are you ready, SprinNGers? 🤗💃💃 Can you guess what it is?

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Happy New Week, Writers and Readers! If you haven't read our interview with @asangelwassayin , you should do so.⁣ ⁣ We had a fantastic conversation with her about feminism, writing, editing, and lots more! Visit our website, , to read and engage with it.

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Are you an African writer of nonfiction between ages 21 and below who is currently seeking a home for personal essays, memoirs, etc.?⁣ ⁣ If yes, the Lilac Journal is currently accepting submissions. For more information on submission criteria, visit

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"Ibrahim’s Dreams and Assorted Nightmares is a captivating blend of mysterious, strange, and dark narratives that traverse the realms of magic, realism and the supernatural." Read Ilerioluwa Olatunde's review of Abubakar Ibrahim's "Dreams and Assorted Nightmares" on our website.

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Deborah Akubudike is one of our writers for the month. Visit our website, , to read her poem, Skeleton.

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We are still accepting submissions for the 2024 Sprinng Annual Poetry Contest. This year, three writers will each stand a chance to win a N15,000 cash prize and a N10,000 gift card to shop at Rovingheights courtesy of our collaboration with @PoetryColumnNnd . Send us your poems!

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We are still accepting submissions from African writers until March 31. Visit to read our submission guidelines and how to submit. #Sprinng #Africanwriters

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10 months

We can’t believe August is here already. As usual, here’s a rundown of what we’re up to this month: ☘️ The winner of the SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest winner will no longer be announced today but on August 5, 2023. Meanwhile, the shortlist will be published today. Stay active!

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@SprinngLM

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We'll stop receiving submissions for the 2023 publication year on Tuesday, January 31 (11:59 p.m.).⁣ ⁣ Send us your best work and share this information with someone today!

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7 months

Presenting the 2023 SprinNG Writing Fellowship Report! 🎉 It was an awesome year of training young African writers in their craft and urging them to take bolder steps. We sincerely appreciate all our mentors and friends at @CGWSeries and @Botsotso_Gova .

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2 years

Meet the Judges for the SprinNG Annual Poetry Contest 2022! #sprinng #poetrycontest #sprinngannualpoetrycontest

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@SprinngLM

1 year

We're starting our day with these profound words by Ayesha Harruna Attah – Dear Writer, a community might be the thing that saves you!⁣ ⁣ If you're looking for a writing community to join this year, look no further! Our doors are always open to welcome new community members.⁣

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@SprinngLM

1 year

Let us all wish @Ejiroedward552 a happy birthday! Ejiro Elizabeth Edward is the winner of the Antoa Poetry Contest 2021 and the 2022 Ken Saro Wiwa Prize for Review. She is a two-time Pushcart nominee and has been published in magazines like Lolwe. Many happy returns, Queen! 🥳

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@SprinngLM

1 year

We are happy to introduce Emmanuel Chioma Judith @Chyna_252 as one of our published writers for the month. Her beautiful poem, "Behind the Scenes," is available on our website for your reading.⁣

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1 year

Ayyyyee! Congratulations, Chinua 🎉🎉

Chinua Ezenwa-Ohaeto

@ChinuaEzenwa

1 year

It's a wonderful day to say that I made it to the Alpine Fellowship Poetry Competition shortlist. Congratulations to the other poets.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Happy New Week, SprinNGers! We use this medium to appreciate everyone who has applied for the 2023 SprinNG Writing Fellowship. While applications are still open to South African writers until May 10, applications are now closed for Nigerian and Ghanaian writers.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Happy New Week, SprinNGers! Have you applied for the SprinNG Writing Fellowship or told someone about it? Not yet? Here is your reminder to do so this week. We wish you all a fabulous week! 💚 #HappyNewWeek

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

11 months

Don't forget to join us today at 4 pm (WAT) for the SprinNG MFA Orientation. If you haven't registered, here is the link to do so: . We look forward to seeing you!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

4 months

Hello, Sprinngers! The 2023 Sprinng Writing Fellowship anthology is almost here, and we cannot wait to share the collection of essays, poems, and short stories with you! Get ready to download on February 17th! Read the foreword by Chideraa here: .

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

The holiday is a perfect time to rest, feast, read all SprinNG's publications for October, leave comments and stand a chance of winning a N10,000 Rovingheights Giftcard while at it!⁣ Don't do it later. Do it now! We don't want someone else to beat you to it! 😉 Happy Holidays!

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

10 months

We celebrate with Fasasi Ridwan @Ibn_Yushau44 and Glomygia Orji @glomygia , who made the notable mentions list for this year’s Annual Poetry Contest 🎉🎉🎉. Check out their amazing pieces at .

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

1 year

Join us in wishing @pamilerinjacob a happy birthday! Pamilerin Jacob is a Nigerian poet whose poems have appeared in Barren Magazine, Palette Poetry, & elsewhere. He is a member of The UnSerious Collective, Founding Editor of EREMITE POETRY, & the Curator of PoetryColumn-NND.

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

2 years

Are you a Nigerian woman who has published a full-length book? Then, this is for you! Visit to apply. Application closes on the 30th of September, 2022. #womenauthors #sprinng #thesprinngwomenauthorsprize

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Sprinng

@SprinngLM

3 months

Welcome to March, Sprinngers! ☘️ The Sprinng Annual Poetry Contest is now open for submissions. With the invaluable support of @PoetryColumnNnd , we will have three contest winners this year. ☘️ Join us for "Poets @ Sprinng" on April 6, 2024 at 4 pm WAT:

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