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Revision as of 09:11, 4 November 2025
Nigerian author
Oyin Olugbile (born 21 January 1987) is a Nigerian author known for her debut novel Sànyà, which won the 2025 Nigeria Prize for Literature. Her work explored the themes of reimagining of African mythology and exploration of identity and memory, often centering women and ancestry.[1]
Early life and education
Olugbile was born 21 January 1987,[citation needed] in Ibadan, Nigeria.[2] She earned a BA in creative arts from the University of Lagos and MSC in leadership and development from King’s College London.[1] She also holds several postgraduate certificates from Lagos Business School and Harvard Business School.[3]
Career
Olugbile has worked as a social impact management consultant and served as chief curator for the educational enterprise Experience Factory.[1] She is the founder of the Women Economic Forum.[4][independent source needed]
In October 2025, Olugbile’s debut novel, Sanya, was awarded the Nigeria Prize for Literature.[5]
Awards and recognition
| Year | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | FutureED Award for Best Learning Support | Winner | [1] |
| 2024 | CANEX Prize for Publishing | Longlist | [1] |
| 2025 | Nigeria Prize for Literature | Winner | [5] |
Personal life
Olugbile is married and has five children.[2]
Writings
Fiction
Non-fiction
- The Road to Good Governance in Nigeria and Africa (2022, with the SPPG Pioneer Cohort)[6]
References
