Introduction

Applications are now open for the IFRA-Nigeria Research Grants 2027.

The French Institute for Research in Africa (IFRA-Nigeria), located within the Institute of African Studies at the University of Ibadan, is inviting applications for its 2027 Research Grants.

The programme supports research projects in the humanities and social sciences focused on countries within IFRA-Nigeria’s geographical area, including Nigeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Niger, Chad, and Togo.

Grant Value

Successful applicants may receive funding of up to €1,000 depending on the nature and budget of the research project.

Eligibility

Applications are open to:

• Second-year Master’s students

• Doctoral students

• Postdoctoral researchers

• Independent researchers

Applications may be submitted in either English or French.

Research Areas

Projects must relate to at least one of the programme’s research themes, including:

• Society and Health

• Citizenship, Gender and Mobilisation

• Heritage Dynamics and Environment

• Digital Humanities

Funding Purpose

The grant supports:

• Fieldwork missions

• Archival research

• Individual research projects

• Collaborative research projects

Eligible Countries

Research must focus on countries within IFRA-Nigeria’s regional mandate:

• Nigeria

• Benin

• Burkina Faso

• Cameroon

• Côte d’Ivoire

• Ghana

• Niger

• Chad

• Togo

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Cover letter (maximum one page)

• Curriculum Vitae (maximum three pages)

• Project budget

• Detailed research proposal

• Supporting documentation as required

Documents must be submitted as a single PDF file.

Application Deadline

October 30, 2026

Conclusion

The IFRA-Nigeria Research Grants provide valuable funding support for emerging and established researchers undertaking humanities and social science research projects across West and Central Africa.

Important Note

Applicants should carefully review the official grant guidelines, eligibility requirements, proposal templates, and application procedures before submitting an application.