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Mind Brilliance Inc. has officially announced the third edition of its flagship tournament, Scrabblemania 3.0, themed “Claiming the Diplomatic Enclave.” This edition promises to be one of the biggest competitive Scrabble events in West Africa as it brings elite players together for three days of high-intensity wordplay. Tournament Overview The event is scheduled to take place from December 5–7, 2025, in Monrovia. With a prize pool of $6,000 USD, players will battle across multiple rounds for prestige, ranking points, trophies and major cash rewards. The highlight of Scrabblemania 3.0 is its Star Prize of $2,000 USD, awarded to the overall champion. Prize Band: 1st Place: $2,000 + Trophy 2nd Place: $1,600 + Trophy 3rd Place: $1,000 + Trophy 4th Place: $550 5th Place: $400 6th Place: $225 7th Place: $225 This structure ensures a competitive yet rewarding experience for top-performing players. Registration Fee: $125 USD Payment Details: Account Name: Mind Brilliance Inc. Account Number: 5...

Written by: Ebimunu Akintola (A Sociologist and scrabble enthusiast) For decades, Scrabble has evolved far beyond a living-room pastime. Tye records are there. It is a mental sport that demands logic, vocabulary mastery, pattern recognition, and strategic thinking and these are all the hallmarks of Olympic-level competition. Yet despite its global reach and structured governance, Scrabble remains outside the Olympic Games.  The question now is:  why not include it? Well, let me take you through this my few facts: 1. Scrabble Promotes Global Unity Through Language Just like football or athletics, scrabble brings together players from every continent. Whether in Lagos, London, Ireland, New Zealand, Malaysia, Thailand, Kenya, South Africa, Australia, Las Vegas, India or Los Angeles, the game is played with the same board and the same rules. Its universality bridges linguistic and cultural gaps which are precisely the Olympic spirit of unity in diversity. Except otherwise. 2. True...

Scrabble Battle: Offensive vs Defensive? Wellington Jigereh vs Enoch Nwali Discover your Scrabble play style if you are not aware already! Are you an offensive player who goes for bingos or a defensive player who locks the board?  Join the fun and share your strategy on Scrabblebiz. Every Scrabble player has a unique style of play. While some thrive on big, bold plays, others prefer tight, strategic defenses that keep their opponents guessing. Offensive players go for high scores, premium squares, and flashy seven-letter bingos. Defensive players focus on controlling the board, blocking bonuses, and playing smart setups. No matter your side, both strategies make Scrabble exciting and unpredictable! Let us Hear From You Are you an attacker who loves explosive word scores? Or a blocker who takes pride in shutting down openings? 👉 Share your favorite move that perfectly shows your scrabble style! #ScrabbleFun #ScrabbleTalk #ScrabbleStrategy #ScrabblePlayers #WordGameCommunity #Scrabb...

The newly elected Nigerian Scrabble Federation President's official statement as he assumes office - Bright Idahosa  Over the years, Scrabble in Nigeria has evolved from a simple pastime into a celebrated sport that commands respect both nationally and internationally. This remarkable transformation did not happen overnight, it is the product of years of vision, dedication, and relentless effort from passionate individuals who have worked tirelessly to elevate the game we all love. Bright Idahosa NSF President  He further went on to appreciate the entire board:  At this moment, it is only fitting to recognize and appreciate everyone who has contributed to this inspiring journey: administrators, players, coaches, sponsors, and devoted enthusiasts. Your collective passion has built the strong foundation that today makes Nigeria a true powerhouse in the global Scrabble community. A special tribute goes to Engr. Toke Aka, the immediate past President of the Nigeria Scrabble F...

The 2025 World English-language Scrabble Players’ Association (WESPA) Championship is set to make history in Accra, Ghana, from November 12 - 16, 2025. It’s the first time this global Scrabble showdown will be hosted in Ghana, marking another proud milestone for Africa in the international Scrabble community. The championship will take place at the Alisa Hotel, North Ridge, Accra, a premium venue known for its world-class facilities and easy access to Airport City. Some official listings also mention The Palms by Eagles, suggesting that side events may be hosted across both sites. WESPA has announced a total prize pool of USD 34,000, making it one of the richest word-game events in the world. While the full breakdown for 1st, 2nd, and other placements has not yet been released, previous WESPA editions have rewarded top finishers generously, with the world champion traditionally. Bringing the WESPA Championship to Ghana highlights the continent’s growing dominance in Scrabble. With Nige...

The Scrabble community in Bayelsa State is set to witness an exciting face-off as Ekowe Scrabble Club battles Peremabiri Scrabble Club in the 1st Edition of the Interclub Scrabble Match. The event will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2025, at the Civic Centre, Ekowe, SILGA, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.  This initiative marks a major step toward strengthening interclub collaboration and Scrabble development at the grassroots level in Bayelsa State. With attractive prizes, free registration, and community spirit at its core, the Interclub Scrabble match promises to be a thrilling event celebrating both competition and camaraderie.  This also is one of the ways scrabble is spreading across the rural areas of Nigeria and gathering more audience for the game.  Winner’s Prize: ₦100,000 Most Valuable Player: ₦30,000 1st Runner-Up: ₦20,000 2nd Runner-Up: ₦10,000 Rounds: 10 Players per Team: 7 (5 regular, 2 reserves) Each club captain is required to submit their team list to the T...

The Ekowe & Nange-Ama Monthly Scrabble Competition, held on Saturday 18 October 2025 at UAC Ekowe Community, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, produced a remarkable performance from Ebi Akintola, who swept through the event undefeated with a 9-0 record and a +1097 spread. Game Summary Round | Opponent | Score | Opp. Score | Spread | Cumulative 1 Inioemi Agazi 610 223 +387 +387 2 Reynold Wolo 413 354 +59 +446 3 Joshua Willie 469 465 +4 +450 4 Wotaritimi Tonbie 491 233 +258 +708 5 Philip Kigigha 421 359 +62 +770 6 Saviour Tonbie 413 265 +148 +918 7 Reynold Wolo (Rematch) 386 357 +29 +947 8 Reynold Wolo (Rematch 2) 436 391 +45 +992 9 Wotaritimi Tonbie (Rematch) 386 281 +105 +1097 🔸 Wins: 9 🔸 Losses: 0 🔸 Total Spread: +1097 🔸 Venue: UAC Ekowe Community Ebi Akintola’s performance stands out as one of the most dominant runs in recent Bayelsa scrabble competitions a clear statement of form heading into future tournaments.