Germany In Nigeria Artists Design Buddy Bear N1.5M Prize Cash Competition

The German Consulate General invites artists to create an original design for a 2-metre Buddy Bear sculpture celebrating the connection between Germany and Nigeria.

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The Buddy Bear has travelled across the world, carrying messages of friendship, culture and connection. Now, it has arrived here in Nigeria

Participation tips: Create an eye-catching design inspired by Nigerian culture, with a special focus on Lagos, Nigerian patterns, colours, symbols and cultural identity.

THE PRIZE: ₦1,500,000 FOR THE WINNING DESIGN

SUBMIT Your design as a canvas, illustration or other small-scale artwork showing how your Buddy Bear will look when painted.

Who can participate? x The competition is open to every Nigerian artist, whether you are self-taught, a student or a professional

DEADLINE: October 25th, 2026

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