UBA Foundation Launches 2025 National Essay Competition With ₦10 Million Top Prize
The UBA Foundation has officially opened entries for the 2025 National Essay Competition, one of Nigeria’s most anticipated academic contests for secondary school students.
For over a decade, this annual competition has inspired thousands of young Nigerians to think critically about national issues while rewarding them with life-changing educational grants. Now, the stage is set again, and the spotlight is on the next generation of brilliant minds.
Essay Topic for 2025: Building Unity Through Diversity
This year’s theme is both timely and powerful:
“Nigeria is characterised by diverse cultures, ethnicities, and religions. How can young Nigerians deploy diversity to build a united nation?”
Students are expected to explore Nigeria’s rich cultural mix and propose solutions on how diversity can serve as a bridge for peace, unity, and national development.
Prizes for UBA Essay Competition 2025
The stakes are high this year, with record-breaking educational grants for winners:
- 1st Prize: ₦10 million educational grant
- 2nd Prize: ₦7.5 million educational grant
- 3rd Prize: ₦5 million educational grant
In addition, there will be consolation prizes for other outstanding essays. All grants will support winners in furthering their studies at any African university of choice.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be senior secondary school students in Nigeria.
- Submit a handwritten essay (maximum of 750 words).
- Fill out the online application form via the UBA Foundation portal.
- Upload a recent passport photograph.
- Provide a valid form of ID (Birth Certificate, National ID, or International Passport).
Note: Incomplete applications or missing documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
All entries must be submitted through the UBA Foundation competition portal.
- Deadline: Friday, 17th October 2025.
Students are advised to start early to avoid last-minute mistakes and increase their chances of success.
Why This Competition Matters
The UBA National Essay Competition is more than just a contest—it is a platform for young Nigerians to share bold ideas that can shape the future of the country.
With up to ₦10 million in educational support up for grabs, this is a golden opportunity for students to showcase their brilliance, creativity, and vision for a united Nigeria.
So, if you are a secondary school student with a pen and a dream, the time to act is now
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