Ongoing Essay Competitions in Nigeria 2024 [Updated for October]

Writing and submitting your entry for an essay competition is a good way to leverage on your idea and writing skills. The benefits of writing essays may include cash prizes, scholarships, mentorship, publication and even travel sponsorships. Look below for ongoing Essay Competitions in Nigeria in October 2024 [Updated].

Ongoing Essay Competitions in Nigeria 2024

Here’s a list of ongoing essay contests in Nigeria. Note that we try our best to constantly update this list.

1. FISAYO SOYOMBO INTER-VARSITY ESSAY COMPETITION (7TH EDITION)

Organizer: The Union of Campus Journalists (UCJ’UI)

Topic: “Igbo vs Yoruba Post-2023 Election: Can Nigerians Ever Live as One?”

Open to: Students from across Universities in Nigeria

Prizes: 1st Prize: ₦350,000 and internship opportunity. 2nd Prize: ₦250,000. 3rd Prize: ₦200,000

Submission: Email: ucjunibadan@gmail.com. Subject: “FISAYO SOYOMBO ESSAY COMPETITION”. Include: Essay and a copy of school ID (in separate PDF files)

Essay Specifications: Word count: 1500-2000 words. Font: Times New Roman. Font size: 12. Line spacing: 1.5

Eligibility: Must be a student currently enrolled in a Nigerian University

Submission Deadline: October 31, 2024

Additional Information: Check out this post on Indy Press or join the Undergraduate Essayist whatsapp group here.

2. B.A. Agbakoba-Onyejianya Annual Legal Essay Prize

Topic: “CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY AND DATA PRIVACY: Legal Obligations And Best Practices”

Eligibility Requirements: Law students and young lawyers not more than 3 years call. All Entrants must submit credible and valid proof of identification.

Prizes: 1st Place: ₦100,000. 2nd Place: ₦75,000. 3rd Place: ₦50,000

Marking Scheme: Points awarded out of 40: 10 for originality and creativity. 10 for evidence of research and proper use of citations. 10 for coherent flow of thought. 10 for interpretation of laws and policies.

Submission: Send your entry to Hello@developyouragame.com

Submission Deadline: October 31st, 2024

Additional Information: Check out this Instagram Post by @LegalNaija or join the Undergraduate Essayist Group here.

3. OADF National Essay Competition: Provoking Developmental Thoughts (3rd Edition)

Topic for Youths and Young Adults: “Brain drain, rural-urban migration and the implications for sustainable economic development in Nigeria.”

Topic for Medical Practitioners: “Promoting well-being and enhancing mental health amongst youth and young adults in Nigeria.”

Prizes: Youths and Young Adults: ₦1,000,000. Medical Practitioners: ₦1,000,000

Open to: Youths and Young Adults, Medical Practitioners

Duration: June 27th – October 15th , 2024

Additional Information: You can check their website here or join Undergraduate Essayist Group here.

4. THE 1ST EYITAYO DADA NATIONAL LAWSAN ESSAY COMPETITION

Submission Period: August 30th, 2024 to October 15th, 2024

Topic: “Restoring Integrity in the Nigerian Judiciary: The Role of Judicial Accountability and Transparency in Rebuilding Public Trust.”

Open to: Law students from recognized and accredited Law faculties in Nigeria under LAWSAN

Eligibility: Participants must possess or have applied for a National LAWSAN ID card

Submission: Email to lawsanpublicrelationsbureau@gmail.com

Essay Specifications: 1500 to 2500 words. British Received English. Font: Times New Roman, size 12. Line spacing: 1.5. A4 paper. OSCOLA Referencing style for citations.

Judging Criteria: Originality, relevance, clarity, grammar, coherence and creativity

For Details: Check out this Instagram post by @official_lawsan or join the Undergraduate Essayist whatsapp group here.

5. FUTURE OF MEDICINE ESSAY CONTEST

Organizer: Glass Health

Topic: AI’s role in future healthcare

Open to: Medical students

Prizes: $1,000 Scholarship, FIGS scrubs, Eko stethoscope, and a blog feature

Submission Deadline: October 15, 2024

Winner Announcement: November 15, 2024

For Details: Check out this Instagram post by @glasshealthhq or join the Undergraduate Essayist whatsapp group here.

6. 8TH NCDMB ANNUAL NATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE ESSAY COMPETITION

Submission Period: September 16th, 2024 to October 14th, 2024

Topic: “NIGERIAN CONTENT AND OPPORTUNITIES IN AFRICAN LOCAL CONTENT ADVANCEMENT”

Open to: 100-200 level students in public and private Nigerian Universities and Polytechnics

Prizes: 1st Place: ₦1,000,000. 2nd Place: ₦700,000. 3rd Place: ₦500,000. Top 10 National Finalists: Each receives a laptop

Submission: Submit to www.ncdmbessay.ng

Essay Specifications: Maximum 1,500 words. Do not include personal details in the essay content

Required Documents: Letter of admission or signed letter of attestation from Head of Department (HOD)

Judging Criteria: Clarity of Expression, Spelling and Grammar, Originality of thought, Depth of Analysis, Relevance to Industry, and Conformity to Contest Rules

Important Dates: Shortlist Notification: On or before October 28th, 2024 Award Ceremony: November 14th, 2024

For Details: Check out this NCDMB website page or join the Undergraduate Essayist whatsapp group here.

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Abdulbasit Toriola

Abdulbasit Toriola is a versatile freelance writer. On this blog, he writes keenly about Nigeria and Nigerians who are breaking the odds. He tweets @blackboymusings.