{"id":9279,"date":"2025-10-27T15:01:37","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T15:01:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/?p=9279"},"modified":"2025-10-27T15:01:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T15:01:41","slug":"kick-against-laxity-foundation-opens-2025-essay-writing-contest-for-nigerian-youths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/kick-against-laxity-foundation-opens-2025-essay-writing-contest-for-nigerian-youths\/","title":{"rendered":"Kick Against Laxity Foundation Opens 2025 Essay Writing Contest for Nigerian Youths"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>Kick Against Laxity Foundation<\/strong> has announced the opening of entries for its <strong>2025 Essay Writing Contest<\/strong>, calling on young Nigerians to share their voices through thoughtful and relatable writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The theme for this year\u2019s edition is <strong>\u201cEnvironment and Identity: How Where We Grow Shapes Who We Become.\u201d<\/strong> The contest encourages participants to reflect on how their surroundings\u2014home, community, and upbringing\u2014influence their values, dreams, and sense of identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Can Participate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The competition is open to <strong>Nigerians aged 15 to 29<\/strong>, regardless of their region or background. Each participant is expected to express real-life experiences and insights in a respectful and reflective tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the organisers, the goal is to inspire a culture of clear thinking, honest storytelling, and mutual learning among young people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Theme and Focus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Writers are required to focus on the set theme:<br><strong>\u201cEnvironment and Identity: How Where We Grow Shapes Who We Become.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essays should explore how family, education, and social environments shape one\u2019s character and aspirations. Short, vivid stories drawn from daily life are encouraged, alongside clear arguments supported by simple examples. The foundation advises entrants to use straightforward language and ensure their essays are <strong>under 1,000 words<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prizes and Rewards<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three winners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>???? <strong>First Prize:<\/strong> \u20a630,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>???? <strong>Second Prize:<\/strong> \u20a620,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>???? <strong>Third Prize:<\/strong> \u20a610,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These rewards aim to recognise creativity, originality, and clarity in expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Submission Guidelines<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All entries should be emailed to <strong>ickagainstlaxity@gmail.com<\/strong> on or before the <strong>deadline of October 28, 2025<\/strong>.<br>Participants are advised to proofread carefully, maintain a calm and reflective tone, and ensure their work is properly formatted before submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To submit quickly, participants can click the email link: <strong>ickagainstlaxity@gmail.com<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why This Contest Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Kick Against Laxity Foundation Essay Writing Contest<\/strong> offers a vital platform for young Nigerians to express themselves on the connection between environment, culture, and identity. 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