Nnena Kalu becomes first artist with a learning disability to win Turner prize

Nnena Kalu’s award represented a watershed moment for the international art world, the chair of the judges said. Photograph: Courtesy of the Artist and ActionSpace

Nnena Kalu has won the 2025 Turner prize for her colourful drawings and sculptures made from found fabric and VHS tape, becoming the first artist with a learning disability to take home the £25,000 prize.

Alex Farquharson, chair of the jury and director of Tate Britain, said the win by the British-Nigerian represented a watershed moment for the international art world.