The Embassy of Sweden in Abuja, Nigeria has launched a Logo Design Competition to commemorate 65 years of diplomatic relations between Sweden and Nigeria. This special anniversary highlights decades of friendship, cooperation, trade, and shared values between the two nations, and creatives from both countries are invited to participate in marking the occasion with an official logo.
Scholarship Details
This is a creative competition, not a traditional scholarship, but it offers cash prizes, exposure, and recognition for designers and artists. The winning logo will serve as the official emblem of Sweden–Nigeria 65 years of relations, appearing on official platforms, events, and promotional materials throughout 2026.
The theme of the competition is:
👉 “Sweden and Nigeria at 65 – Building Tomorrow Today.”
This theme celebrates the past six and a half decades while emphasizing a future-focused collaboration.
Benefits
Participants in the competition stand to gain:
- ₦650,000 prize for the winning logo design (payable by invoice or in-kind)
- Showcase on Embassy and related social media platforms – providing exposure to a wide audience of stakeholders and collaborators
- Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a high-profile diplomatic celebration event
Eligibility
The logo competition is open to all citizens of Nigeria and Sweden.
However, the following are not eligible:
- Employees of the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria
- Staff of Swedish government agencies
- Immediate family members of embassy or agency personnel
This opens the door for both emerging and established creatives to participate.
Required Submission Materials
To complete an entry, participants must submit the following:
- Logo files
- In both colour and black-and-white versions
- In a scalable vector format suitable for both print and digital use (PDF, PNG, or high-resolution JPEG)
- Files must be named in the format:
FullName_Country(e.g., AishaOkafor_Nigeria.pdf)
- Signed Consent and Copyright Agreement
- Creators must state that their work is original and grant the embassy the rights to use, adapt, and reproduce the logo for official purposes.
- Short Bio of the Creator
- Maximum 150 words
- Optional description of the design and concept.
Deadline
All submissions must be received by 31 January 2026.
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Entrants are encouraged to send their submissions early and ensure they follow all guidelines. Entries sent after the deadline or missing required information will not be considered.
How to Apply
Submit your logo entry via email to:
📧 event.abuja@gov.se
Subject line: **“Logo Design Competition: Sweden–Nigeria at 65”
Be sure to attach all required files and the signed consent agreement. Only complete submissions that comply with the specifications will be reviewed by the jury.
Selection & Winner Announcement
A jury will select the winning entry based on creativity, relevance to the theme, and suitability across different formats. The panel includes representatives from:
- The Embassy of Sweden in Abuja
- The Swedish Trade and Invest Council (Business Sweden) Office in Lagos
- Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Youth Development
The winner will be announced on 20 February 2026, and selected designs may also be featured in exhibitions or commemorative publications.
FAQs
Who can enter this competition?
The competition is open to all Nigerian and Swedish citizens, regardless of professional experience.
Do I need to be a professional designer?
No. As long as your logo design meets the originality and format requirements, you may submit it — amateurs and students alike are welcome.
What must the logo include?
Your design must feature the number “65” and either “Sweden–Nigeria” or “Sweden and Nigeria”. It must work in both colour and black-and-white formats.
Can I submit more than one design?
Specific guidance typically allows more than one entry per person, but check competition terms before submitting multiple designs to ensure compliance.
