The Life in My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) 2024 Grand Finale, held on October 26, was a spectacular celebration of artistic expression and cultural pride, showcasing Nigeria’s most promising and innovative talents. This year’s theme, “Humanism,” inspired artists from across the country to explore and portray profound insights into human experiences and societal connections. The grand event recognized outstanding achievements in various categories, with generous prizes awarded to the top artists in each field.
Overall Winner
Best Sculpture/Installation Art
Best Ceramics
Best Graphics/Digital Art
Best Photography/Video
Best Textiles Art/Fashion
Best Drawing
Most Creative Female Artist
Special Award for Person with Disability
In addition to the core categories, LIMCAF proudly awarded endowed prizes for exceptional contributions and originality:
Justice Anthony Aniagulu Prize for Originality
Audu Owoicho – Love: In our Frailties (Abuja Zone) – N300,000 (Catalogue No: 007)
Dr. Pius Okigbo Prize for Technical Proficiency
Adewuyi Olushola Samson – Iranwo (Helping Hands) (Enugu/Awka Zone) – N150,000 (Catalogue No: 031)
Mfom Usoro Prize for Best Entry from Uyo/Calabar Centre
Success Emmanuel Marcus – Compassion – N200,000 (Catalogue No: 100)
VinMartin Prize for Best Entry from Enugu Region
Christian Imologhome – Unity in the Rainbow of Diversity – N200,000 (Catalogue No: 030)
Felicia Okoroafor Prize for Most Promising Female Artist
Patricia Ikel Bello – Palliative (Imo Zone) – N200,000 (Catalogue No: 053)
In a prestigious highlight, LIMCAF awarded the El Anatsui Prize for DAK'ART Senegal 2025 to six artists, granting them the opportunity to exhibit their work internationally:
Recognizing excellence, LIMCAF awarded consolation prizes of N50,000 each to seven talented individuals: