The 2024 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition offers scholarships worth ₦16 million to the contest winners, allowing them to pursue undergraduate degrees at any institution of their choice in Nigeria With over 70 years of history, UBA is one of the leading and most recognized banks in sub-Saharan Africa, with growing operations in 20 African countries, the UK, USA, UAE, and a representative office in France.



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The UBA National Essay Competition, aimed at senior secondary students in Nigeria, is held annually as part of UBA Foundation’s educational initiative. The UBA National Essay Competition promotes a reading culture and encourages healthy intellectual competition among secondary school students in Nigeria and across Africa

Essay topic:
The Impact of Carbon Emissions on Climate Change in Nigeria: Discuss the Challenges and Propose Solutions

Summary of 2024 UBA National Essay Competition

  • Host: UBA Foundation
  • Category: Competitions
  • Eligible Countries: Nigeria
  • Reward: ₦16 million in Scholarships | Awards | Prizes
  • Deadline: November 8, 2024

Requirements for UBA Foundation National Essay Competition


To be eligible for the UBA Foundation National Essay Competition, applicants must:
  • Be a Nigerian senior secondary school student
  • Submit a passport photograph
  • Provide a scanned copy of a means of identification (birth certificate, National ID, or passport)

Benefits of 2024 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition

  • Winner - ₦7.5 million
  • First runner-up: ₦5 million
  • Second runner-up: ₦3.5 million

How to Apply for 2024 UBA Foundational Essay Competition


To apply for the 2024 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition, interested and qualified candidates should:

1. Click the button below to visit the UBA Foundation’s website.
2. Upload your essay entry in the provided section.
3. Ensure your essay meets the requirements, and has been reviewed and proofread.
4. Upload a scanned copy of your original birth certificate or international passport data page.
5. Upload a handwritten essay (no more than 750 words) on the portal.


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