Are you an undergraduate student in a Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education? Do you enjoy writing and have strong opinions about the role of teamwork in career growth? Then this is your moment!
The Zeribe Nwosu Foundation (ZNF) has officially launched the 2025 edition of its Annual ZNS Essay Competition, a prestigious contest designed to spark intellectual discussions among students on key career development topics.
✍️ Essay Topic:
“The Importance of Collaboration in Career Advancement”
Participants are expected to explore how collaboration with colleagues, professionals, or institutions — locally and globally — can influence and accelerate career growth. Real-life examples are strongly encouraged to strengthen your argument.
🏆 Prize Breakdown – ₦300,000 Total!
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1st Prize: ₦100,000
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2nd Prize: ₦75,000
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3rd Prize: ₦50,000
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2 Honorable Mentions: ₦25,000 each
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
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Must be an undergraduate student at a Nigerian tertiary institution (public or private).
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Applicants who will have completed their NYSC by May 31, 2025 are not eligible.
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Only one submission per author is allowed.
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Essay must follow the specified format (see below).
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Only MS Word (.doc/.docx) formats will be accepted.
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Submissions must be made through the official form (no email entries allowed).
📄 Essay Format:
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Word Limit: Maximum of 2,000 words (excluding references)
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Font: Arial, Size 12
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Line Spacing: 1.5
📅 Important Dates:
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Deadline for submission: May 15, 2025
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Winners announced: August 1, 2025
📝 Evaluation Criteria:
Essays will be scored based on the following:
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Adherence to guidelines – 10%
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Logical structure and flow – 10%
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Identification of opportunities – 20%
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Identification of threats – 25%
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Use of practical examples – 10%
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Grammar and spelling – 15%
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Conclusion strength – 10%
🔴 Plagiarism = Instant Disqualification
🔗 How to Apply:
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Carefully read and follow all instructions.
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Write your essay and ensure it aligns with the format.
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Proofread your work and save it as a Word document.
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Fill the application form and upload your essay via the link below.
👉 Click Here to Apply for the ZNS Essay Competition 2025
💡 Pro Tip:
Before submission, get feedback from mentors, friends, or lecturers to refine your essay. Collaboration begins with asking for help — how fitting!
📣 Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your ideas and win cash prizes!
Tag a student, share this post, and get writing!
