UBA National Essay Competition 2023: Fostering Intellectual Excellence Among Nigerian Students
Introduction:
The UBA National Essay Competition, organized by UBA Foundation, is a prestigious contest designed to promote a culture of reading, ignite intellectual competition, and empower secondary school students in Nigeria. With over seven decades of history, UBA is a prominent African bank with operations spanning 20 African countries, the UK, USA, UAE, and France.
Competition Details:
1. Deadline for Entries:
- Deadline: October 20, 2023
2. Objectives:
- Promote a culture of reading among Nigerian students.
- Encourage healthy intellectual competition.
- Foster critical thinking and research skills.
3. Target Audience:
- Senior secondary school students in Nigeria.
Essay Topic:
- “Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) take over Human Intelligence? What should students do to ensure AI doesn’t override but enhance their ability to learn through research?”
4. Type:
- Contest
5. Prize Structure:
- The UBA National Essay Competition offers a total prize pool of 10.5 million naira, distributed as follows:
- Winner: 5 million naira
- First runner-up: 3 million naira
- Second runner-up: 2.5 million naira
6. Eligibility Criteria:
- To be eligible for the UBA National Essay Competition, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- 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).
Application Process:
- Applicants are required to follow these steps for entry:
- Upload a scanned copy of their original birth certificates or international passport data page.
- Submit a handwritten essay (not exceeding 750 words) on the provided portal.
7. Eligible Countries:
- Nigeria
Source: UBA Group
