Excitement is building among scrabble enthusiasts as the Lekki Scrabble Classics, Nigeria’s premier scrabble tournament, announced a top prize of one million naira for the winner of this year’s championship.
Scheduled for September 28 to 29 at the Peninsula Hotel, the tournament has become a major event in the national scrabble calendar, attracting top players and newcomers from across the country.
The Lekki Scrabble Club, known for its significant contributions to the global development of scrabble, is once again at the forefront of elevating the game’s profile. The club’s president, Samuel Anikoh, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The Lekki Scrabble Classics is the flagship tournament of the Lekki Scrabble Club, arguably the most prestigious scrabble club in Nigeria, if not the world.
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You’ll be hard pressed to find a more impressive tournament organized by a scrabble club. The event has evolved over the last few years, and this year boasts a One million Naira star prize in the Division A category.”
Anikoh also highlighted the unique aspects of the tournament that set it apart from others. “The classy, comfortable, and serene environment for the event will make playing scrabble a delight for all the participants, with breakfast and lunch provided. I can assure you that’s not something you can get anywhere else!”
The tournament is certified by both the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) and the Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA), further cementing its status as a top-tier event. Players will compete over 18 rounds in two main categories: Category A for those with ratings of 1300 and above, and Category B for those with ratings below 1300. In addition to the grand prize, spot prizes, gifts, and consolation rewards will be given to deserving participants.
The announcement of the substantial prize has sent players into overdrive, with many intensifying their preparations. Since its inception, the Lekki Scrabble Classics has been a proving ground for top talent, with past winners like James Eruje and current African Champion Enoch Nwali etching their names in the tournament’s history.
As the competition day approaches, the buzz around the tournament is palpable, promising an intense and thrilling showdown among Nigeria’s best scrabble minds.
