NEMA National Essay Competition 2026: Win Up to ₦500,000 in Cash Prizes
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Summary
NEMA invites Nigerian students and NYSC members to enter its 2026 essay competition on disaster management. Cash prizes up to ₦500,000. Deadline: April 15.
NEMA National Essay Competition 2026: Win Up to ₦500,000 in Cash Prizes
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has opened entries for its 2026 National Essay Competition. The competition is designed to strengthen emergency preparedness and disaster awareness among Nigerian youth, with cash prizes of up to ₦500,000 for winners.
Competition Categories and Topics
- Senior Secondary School Students: “My Role in Disaster Risk Reduction”
- Tertiary Institution Students: “Climate Change and Disaster Management in Nigeria”
- NYSC Corps Members: “Technology for Disaster Response: Opportunities and Challenges”
Cash Prizes
- 1st Place: ₦500,000
- 1st Runner-Up: ₦300,000
- 2nd Runner-Up: ₦200,000
Submission Guidelines
- Format: Word document, Times New Roman, Size 12 font
- Word Limit: 500 words (secondary school), 1,000 words (other categories)
- Entries Per Person: One
- Required Info: Full name, category, school or NYSC deployment details
Evaluation Criteria
- Content Relevance and Depth: 40%
- Originality and Creativity: 30%
- Structure, Grammar and Style: 30%
How to Submit
Send your essay to [email protected] before the deadline.
Deadline
April 15, 2026. Entries submitted after this date will not be considered.
