As 2025 comes to an end, writer and creative professional Mfam Isaiah took time to reflect on a year marked by notable recognitions across journalism, literature, and creative writing.
He began by expressing heartfelt gratitude to God, the Creator of heaven and earth, for the gift and ability to write. According to him, the year’s achievements reinforced the belief that some efforts, though often overlooked by people, are valued by God. He also appreciated everyone whose support, encouragement, and even criticism contributed to his visibility and growth, noting that conversations around one’s work can sometimes serve as unexpected promotion.
Below are the awards and honors received by Mfam Isaiah in 2025, listed as originally presented:
Best Journalist of the Year – Awarded by the Law Students’ Association of Nigeria (LAWSAN), University of Calabar (UCC). He expressed appreciation to LAWSAN UCC for the honor and congratulated the association for its commitment to excellence.
Best Novelist of the Year – Presented by Prowess Publishing, Agbani Road, Enugu. He acknowledged the organization’s role in promoting Nigerian authors and thanked them for finding him worthy of the recognition.
Journalist of the Year – Conferred by the Cross River State Law Students (CROSSLA UCC), University of Calabar. As a Cross Riverian studying law, he described the award as deeply meaningful and appreciated the confidence reposed in him.
Playwright of the Year – Awarded by Seamless Educational, a Benue State–based organization focused on creative programmes and skill development. He expressed gratitude for the recognition of his dramatic writing.
Most Influential Author of the Year – Presented by the Victor Ndoma-Egba Chamber of Justice, University of Calabar. He described the chamber as one of the most intellectually vibrant and expressed honor at receiving such a prestigious award.
Script Writer of the Year – Awarded by the Screen Writers Guild (SWG), Cross River Wing, in recognition of his script titled The Last Manhood.
Best Graduating Student in Creative Writing and Proofreading – Awarded by the Alison Educational Foundation after completing a professional course in creative writing and proofreading. He also received a plaque as the overall best graduating student of his set.
Outstanding Journalism and Powerful Storytelling Award – Presented by Cross River State Law Students in recognition of his impactful reporting and narrative strength.
Leadership Award – Conferred by the Victor Ndoma-Egba Chamber of Justice in recognition of leadership and service.
In conclusion, Mfam Isaiah earned a total of nine awards in 2025, a year he describes as humbling and fulfilling. He gave all glory to God, the Creator of heaven and earth, for the grace to write and the journey so far.
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