UBA Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has officially announced the 2024 edition of its National Essay Competition (NEC), unveiling a 100% increase in educational grants for top winners.
Now in its 14th year, the NEC aims to promote literacy, critical thinking, and competition among senior secondary school students, offering financial support to help students pursue higher education. This year’s essay topic, “The Impact of Carbon Emission on Climate in Nigeria: Discuss the Challenges and Proffer Solutions,” is aligned with global efforts to combat climate change and invites students to engage with this critical issue.
Seventy-five finalists will each receive a N75,000 grant, with the top 20 competing for grand prizes: N7.5 million for first place, N5 million for second place, and N3.5 million for third place. Additionally, all finalists will receive laptops and other educational resources.
In a significant development, teachers from schools with the highest number of entries will also be rewarded for encouraging participation.
Bola Atta, Managing Director/CEO of UBA Foundation, highlighted the organization’s dedication to education, stating, “We understand the financial challenges many families face, especially given Nigeria’s current economic climate. By increasing the grant prizes, we aim to make a clear statement about our unwavering dedication to African education.”
This year’s competition will be held across Nigeria’s major cities—Abuja, Enugu, Lagos, and Port Harcourt—and for the first time, has been expanded to include other African countries where UBA operates.
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