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.
Essay Topic
Nigeria is Characterised By Diverse Cultures, Ethnicities, and Religions. How Can Young Nigerians Deploy Diversity to Build a United Nation?
1st Stage: Call for entries – 12 best essays to be selected
2nd Stage: Final physical test – Winner, 1st Runner-up, 2nd Runner-up
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National Essay Competition
Aim and Benefits of National Essay Competition
- Winner: N10,000,000 Educational grant to any African University
- 1st Runner Up: N7,500,000 Educational grant to any African University
- 2nd Runner Up: N5,000,000 Educational grant to any African University
Requirements for National Essay Competition Qualification
- Must be a Nigerian Senior Secondary School Student.
- Complete application form.
- Upload a handwritten essay of 750 words max (not typed).
- Upload a recent passport photograph.
- Upload a scanned copy of Birth Certificate, National ID, or International Passport.
Application Deadline
October 17, 2025How to Apply
For more details, visit UBA Foundation National Essay Competition webpage