Nigeria’s Top 10 WESPA Ratings September 2025

Nigeria continues to be a powerhouse in the world of Scrabble, and the latest WESPA Nigeria ratings show just how dominant the country remains on the global stage. Updated on September 25, 2025, after the Fortune Town Invitational Tournament, these ratings highlight the very best wordsmiths representing the green and white.



Here are Nigeria’s Top 10 Scrabble Players September 2025:


Rank Player WESPA Rating

1 Wellington Jighere 2003

2 Eta Karo 1981

3 Dennis Ikekeregor 1980

4 Okiemute Tega 1980

5 Enoch Nwali 1978

6 Ezinore George 1968

7 Jimoh Abdulmumin 1961

8 Doko Oluwatimilehin 1961

9 Samson Okosagah 1958

10 Ayorinde Saidu 1945


Wellington Jighere stays at the top with a commanding 2003 rating. These ratings reflect Nigeria’s remarkable consistency with several players rated above 1900, a mark that puts them among the world’s elite.


You might be wondering why this matter?

Nigeria’s dominance at the top level of Scrabble is not just about pride, it shapes the global game. With more than 30 Nigerian players among the top 100 in the world, the country continues to influence tournament strategies, word study trends, and competitive play across continents.


The next major event on the WESPA calendar will be a chance for players to gain (or lose) valuable rating points. 



Which of these players is your favorite to watch? 

Do you think a new champion will rise before the end of 2025? 

Share your thoughts in the comments!


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