The UBA Foundation invites senior secondary students in Nigeria to participate in its 2024 National Essay Competition. Organized annually, this competition aims to foster a reading culture and promote intellectual engagement among secondary school students across Nigeria and Africa. The essay competition encourages students to think critically and provide innovative solutions to pressing issues.
Essay Topic:
The Impact of Carbon Emission on Climate Change in Nigeria: Discuss the Challenges and Proffer Solutions
Aim and Benefits of the National Essay Competition
The top three winners of the competition will be awarded educational grants to attend any African university of their choice. The prizes are:
- Winner: ₦7,500,000
- First Runner-up: ₦5,000,000
- Second Runner-up: ₦3,500,000
Requirements for Participation
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian senior secondary school student.
- Provide complete contact information.
- Upload a handwritten essay (maximum 750 words).
- Submit a recent passport photograph.
- Upload a scanned copy of their birth certificate, national ID, or international passport.
Application Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is November 8, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested students should visit the UBA Foundation website for more details on how to apply.
This competition offers a unique opportunity for young students to showcase their writing skills and contribute to the important dialogue on climate change in Nigeria.
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