NLNG Rebrands Nigeria Prize Awards

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has unveiled refreshed visual identities for The Nigeria Prize for Literature, The Nigeria Prize for Science, and the newly introduced The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, marking a strategic evolution of Nigeria’s foremost platforms for intellectual and creative excellence.

The new brand elements were revealed at a press conference in Lagos, underscoring NLNG’s commitment to sustaining the relevance, visibility, and global resonance of the prizes.

Speaking at the unveiling, General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development at NLNG, Sophia Horsfall, said the rebrand reflects a deliberate repositioning designed to preserve the legacy of the prizes while aligning them with global standards of distinction.

“For over two decades, The Nigeria Prizes have stood as independent symbols of excellence and national aspiration. This redesign is forward-looking. It protects the legacy of the prizes while positioning them to be more iconic, more visible, and globally resonant,” Horsfall said.

She emphasised that ideas remain central to national progress, noting that societies that invest in intellectual and creative capital are better positioned for sustainable development.

“Ideas shape societies, and societies that invest in ideas secure their future. These new identities reaffirm our belief that literature, science, and innovation are not optional; they are foundational to Nigeria’s development,” she added.

The redesigned logo for The Nigeria Prize for Literature draws inspiration from the turning pages of a book. Rendered in layered green forms, it symbolises imagination in motion, the unfolding of stories, and the continuous evolution of ideas. The fluid curves reflect storytelling across genres—fiction, poetry, drama, and prose—while the green palette represents renewal, learning, and the richness of Nigeria’s literary landscape.

Commenting on the symbolism, Chairperson of the Advisory Board for The Nigeria Prize for Literature, Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo, said the logo captures the enduring power of Nigerian storytelling.

“The turning pages remind us that our stories are continuous—rooted in history yet constantly renewed. Nigerian literature has never been static, and this identity affirms its role as a dynamic force shaping thought, conscience, and cultural memory,” she said.

The Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation logo features intersecting blue orbits, evoking atomic energy, scientific inquiry, and celestial motion. Its circular form conveys continuity and the boundless nature of discovery, while the blue-lime palette reflects intelligence, curiosity, and the pursuit of truth.

Chairman of the Advisory Board for The Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation, Barth Nnaji, described the identity as a reflection of the rigour and ambition required for national transformation.

“Science is about movement—questioning, testing, and pushing boundaries. The energy captured in this identity reflects the spirit Nigeria must embrace to industrialise, compete globally, and solve complex challenges,” he said.

Completing the trio, the Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts logo is anchored by a lime-green spiral, symbolising innovation, continuity, and creative momentum. Its fluid form reflects the diversity of artistic disciplines covered by the Prize, while the colour palette signals freshness, originality, and optimism.

The redesign follows NLNG’s recent corporate brand refresh and aligns the Prizes’ visual assets with a modern, unified design philosophy. Collectively, the new identities reinforce a shared vision that celebrates intellectual rigour, creative excellence, and the transformative power of ideas.

Since their inception in 2004, The Nigeria Prize for Literature and The Nigeria Prize for Science have maintained consistent visual identities that helped build strong brand equity. Building on this legacy, the refreshed identities mark a deliberate evolution that strengthens the Prizes’ role as drivers of intellectual, creative, and national development.

Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, NLNG, Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku, in her closing remarks said the event had renewed stakeholders’ collective commitment to promoting excellence through the Prizes.

She noted that, from the literary community to the scientific research space, The Nigeria Prizes have continually sparked meaningful conversations, recognised outstanding talent, stimulated creativity, and encouraged ideas with tangible societal impact.

According to her, the day’s unveiling reinforced the understanding that visual identity goes beyond aesthetics, as logos embody deep meaning—capturing shared experiences, achievements, and the high standards the Prizes represent. She explained that the logos reflect the confidence of an institution that respects its heritage while embracing its responsibility to the future.

Palmer-Ikuku added that the logos of The Nigeria Prizes have borne witness to groundbreaking scientific discoveries, timeless literary works, and critical thinking that inspire ideas across Nigeria and beyond, symbolising impact, commitment, and progress. She stated that the newly unveiled logos build on and sustain this legacy.

She also acknowledged the strong collaboration between NLNG and the communities associated with each Prize, describing the partnership as the foundation that gives the Prizes their vitality and purpose.

Commending all contributors to the success of The Nigeria Prizes—including Advisory Boards, scientists, innovators, writers, and other supporters—she said their dedication has ensured the Prizes remain a benchmark of excellence, celebrating brilliance for generations to come. She further expressed appreciation to the media for their consistent and impactful coverage and publicity of the Prizes.