9th Fisayo Soyombo Inter-Varsity Essay Competition 2026

About

The 2026 Fisayo Soyombo Inter-Varsity Essay Competition asks: "2027 and Beyond: Do Elections Still Deliver Democracy for Nigerians?" Prizes: NGN 400,000 (1st), NGN 300,000 (2nd), NGN 200,000 (3rd). Who can enter: undergraduates at Nigerian universities. 1,500-2,000 words, Times New Roman 12, 1.5 spacing. How to enter: email your essay with a copy of your school ID to ucjunibadan@gmail.com by 22 November 2026.

Eligibility — verbatim from the source

Students at Nigerian universities; school ID required.

Requirements

• Education: Undergraduates

What you get

• 1st NGN 400,000
• 2nd NGN 300,000
• 3rd NGN 200,000

Important dates

• Deadline: Nov 22, 2026

Location

Nigeria