3
Total Entries
0
Verified Trees
12.5m
Largest CBH
Competition Timeline
Key dates for The Great Baobab Quest 2026
April 1, 2026
Competition Launch
Registrations open and entries begin. Start exploring Northwest Nigeria for the largest Baobab trees.
April 14, 2026 — 11:59 PM WAT
Submission Deadline
All entries must be submitted with complete measurements, GPS coordinates, and required photographs.
April 15–20, 2026
Evaluation & Verification
Expert panel from Resilient Earth Nigeria reviews and physically verifies top-ranking entries.
April 22, 2026 — Earth Day
Winner Announcement
The largest verified Baobab tree is crowned and the ₦250,000 grand prize is awarded.
How to Participate
Three steps to compete for the ₦250,000 prize
01
Find a Baobab
Locate a Baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) within one of the seven states of Northwest Nigeria: Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, or Zamfara.
02
Measure & Document
Measure the Circumference at Breast Height (CBH) at exactly 1.3m above ground. Record height, crown spread, GPS coordinates, and assess the tree's health and cultural significance.
03
Submit Your Entry
Create an account, upload your measurements and three required photographs (full tree, trunk measurement, and participant-scale photo), then submit your entry.
Evaluation Criteria
How entries are scored by the expert panel
70%
Physical Size (CBH)
Circumference at Breast Height measured at 1.3m above ground. This is the primary determinant for ranking.
15%
Health & Vitality
Crown density, structural integrity, and overall vitality score assessed by the expert panel.
10%
Cultural Significance
The tree's role in the local community — gathering place, historical landmark, or cultural heritage.
5%
Documentation Quality
Clarity, accuracy, and completeness of submitted measurements, GPS data, and photographs.