Announcing the Winner of Our First-Ever Design Prize

We have our winner—and we’re excited to finally share the news.

After much deliberation and careful consideration, we are proud to announce Gbenga Jeremiah Adebayo as the winner of our first-ever Design Prize. From a strong pool of submissions, his work rose to the top with a clarity of vision and emotional resonance that immediately stood out.

Gbenga’s cover design spoke to us instantly. More than just visually striking, it captured the essence of the book—its mood, its depth, and its thematic core. Most importantly, it resonated deeply not only with our editorial team but also with the Winner of the Book Prize 2025, making it a clear and unanimous choice.

As a press committed to excellence across every stage of publishing, from manuscript to final book, we are proud to spotlight designers whose work elevates African literature and gives it the visual presence it deserves on a global stage. Gbenga’s win marks an exciting milestone for our Design Prize and sets a high standard for future editions.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Gbenga Jeremiah Adebayo for this well-deserved recognition and thank all designers who submitted work for their creativity, effort, and trust in our vision.

Gbenga’s work reflects a thoughtful blend of concept, craft, and cultural sensitivity. Don't believe our words. Here's his work:

We look forward to seeing more of his work and celebrating the creative minds shaping the visual future of African publishing.