About 2024 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition for Nigeria
The National Essay Competition, targeted at senior secondary students in Nigeria, is organised annually, as part of UBA Foundation’s education initiative which aims to promote the reading culture and encourage healthy and intellectual competition amongst secondary school students in Nigeria and across Africa
Organized since 2011, the competition provides a competitive platform to develop the intellectual and writing abilities of senior secondary school students.
Application Deadline
November 8th, 2024
Essay Topic
“The Impact of Carbon Emission on Climate Change in Nigeria: Discuss the Challenges and Proffer Solutions.”
Eligible Countries
Nigeria
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the UBA Foundation Essay Competition, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a current Nigerian Senior Secondary School student.
- Submit a passport photograph.
- Submit a scanned copy of a valid means of identification (birth certificate, National ID, or passport).
- Submit their essay entry before the deadline.
Competition Benefits
The UBA Foundation Essay Competition offers a substantial financial reward for the top three winners:
Winner: N7,500,000.00 + Award + Prizes
First Runner-up: N5,000,000.00 + Award + Prizes
Second Runner-up: N3,500,000.00 + Award + Prizes
This prize money will be awarded as an educational grant to support the winner’s pursuit of an undergraduate degree at any African institution of their choice.
How to Apply
Upload a scanned copy of their original birth certificate or international passport data page.
Upload a handwritten essay of no more than 750 words on the designated portal.
Ensure that the essay is original, plagiarism-free, and properly referenced.