Team Nigeria Crowned Best Scrabble Nation at the WESPAC 2025 in Accra

Team Nigeria has once again affirmed its global dominance in competitive Scrabble by emerging as the Best Country at the World English-language Scrabble Players Championship (WESPAC) 2025, held in Accra, Ghana.

Team Nigeria🇳🇬 winner WESPA Championship 2025


The Nigerian contingent delivered a commanding performance across all rounds, finishing with the highest cumulative wins, an impressive points spread, and a consistency level that placed the country far ahead of other competing nations.


The triumph in Accra marks another milestone for Nigeria, reinforcing its reputation as the leading Scrabble nation in the world.


Nigeria excelled across the board, with players demonstrating high-level skill, discipline, and mental resilience. Key contributors from the national team recorded strong individual finishes that helped solidify the country’s overall standing at the championship.


The team’s cohesion, preparation, and experience played a critical role in their victory, especially in a year where the competition featured elite players from North America, Asia, Europe, and other African nations.





WESPAC remains the world’s most prestigious Scrabble championship, and Nigeria’s success in Accra underscores its long-standing tradition of excellence in the game. 

This victory Reinforces Nigeria’s position as a global powerhouse in Scrabble.

Highlights the strength of the National Scrabble Federation’s development programs.

Inspires a new generation of young Nigerian players.

Extends Nigeria’s legacy at international Scrabble events.


Following the official announcement of the standings, the Nigerian team celebrated with the national flag, receiving applause from fellow competitors, officials, and spectators. Images and videos from the event captured the excitement as players lifted the championship trophy  a proud moment for the nation and for African Scrabble as a whole.

With this achievement, Team Nigeria sets its sights on maintaining its winning momentum in upcoming international tournaments. The victory at WESPAC 2025 will no doubt serve as motivation for the team as preparations begin for future global competitions.


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