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Open to all Nigerian citizens aged 20–35 years, including persons with disabilities.

For the 4th edition, the essay question is: “Analyze the challenges faced by the Nigerian Revenue Service in the implementation of the new tax laws and propose practical solutions to address them.

  1. Word count: 1,000–1,500 words
  2. Typed in Times New Roman, font size 12
  3. Double-spaced
  4. Submitted in PDF format
  5. Must be original work with proper references

Plagiarism is not permitted. Entries will be screened for originality. Essays with plagiarism above acceptable limits will be disqualified.

No. Each participant may submit only one essay per competition cycle.

Winners’ announcement dates and event details will be published on the competition website and our official social media channels.

Submissions are marked based on analytical depth, clarity of argument, originality, relevance to the topic, and overall presentation quality.

Yes — selected essays and outputs may be featured on our platforms to recognize exceptional contributions and inspire others.

Yes. Previous editions have awarded substantial cash prizes to the top three winners, alongside other recognitions, to reward exceptional performance.

Yes. Beyond cash prizes, the competition emphasizes critical thinking, national dialogue, and personal development, often underscored by statements from key development figures and stakeholders.

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