Fisayo Soyombo Essay Contest 2024

Are you a student studying at a Nigerian university? Do you love writing and want to tackle important national issues? The Union of Campus Journalists at the University of Ibadan is excited to announce the 6th edition of the ‘Fisayo Soyombo Essay Competition 2024’. This yearly event welcomes essays focused on solutions to important national topics. It’s your chance to share your unique insights and contribute meaningfully.

Joining this competition isn’t just about displaying your writing abilities. It’s a chance to share your ideas and potentially shape strategies to fight corruption in Nigeria. This is your opportunity to spark change and motivate others with fresh and innovative solutions to a long-standing problem.

Awards Summary:

Awards Sponsor(s): Union of Campus Journalists

Awards Worth:

First Place: N250,000
Second Place: N150,000
Third Place: N100,000

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Undergraduate

Nationality: Nigeria

Requirements and eligibility criteria for Fisayo Soyombo Essay Contest 2024:

All Undergraduate students in Nigerian universities

Application Procedure for Fisayo Soyombo Essay Contest 2024 (How to apply);

To apply, interested candidates should write an essay titled “BLESSED YET IMPOVERISHED: HOW CAN NIGERIA SOLVE ITS CORRUPTION ISSUES?” This essay should delve into innovative solutions for Nigeria’s significant challenges: corruption.

Submission Requirements:

Word Count: Your essay should be between 1500 and 2000 words.
Formatting: Use Times New Roman font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.

Submission Procedure:

Email your entry to ucjunibadan@gmail.com as separate PDF files: your essay and a copy of your school ID.
Ensure the subject of your email is “FISAYO SOYOMBO ESSAY CONTEST.”
For any inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with ucjunibadan@gmail.com via email.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2024

For more information visit the official website

Fisayo Soyombo Essay Contest 2024