The NCDMB National Essay Competition provides a platform for students to showcase their intellectual abilities and contribute to the development of Nigeria’s energy sector.
Application Deadline
- 26 September 2026
Tell Me About The Competition
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) organizes the National Undergraduate Essay Competition to promote awareness of Nigeria’s Local Content initiative in the oil and gas industry. It provides a platform for students to showcase their intellectual abilities and contribute to national development.
Topic
- “Promoting Manufacturing for Sustainable Local Content Development”
Which Fields are Eligible
Open to undergraduate students in:
- Universities
- Polytechnics
- Colleges of Education
Type
- Essay Competition | Undergraduate | Nigeria
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be 100–200 level students in public or private tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
- Submit essays online only via the competition portal.
- Provide either a letter of admission or a signed attestation letter from Head of Department (HOD).
- Ensure essays are original works specifically written for the competition.
How Are Winners Selected
Essays are judged on:
- Clarity of expression
- Grammar and spelling
- Originality of thought
- Depth of analysis
- Relevance to industry
- Conformity to contest rules
All essays undergo plagiarism checks. Shortlisted candidates will face an interactive assessment before final selection.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Nigeria only.
Where Will the Competition Be Taken
- National competition organized by NCDMB, Nigeria.
How Many Winners
- Top 10 finalists selected nationally.
What is the Benefit of the Competition
- ₦1,000,000 for 1st place.
- ₦700,000 for 2nd place.
- ₦500,000 for 3rd place.
- Laptops for all top 10 finalists.
- Winning essay published in Local Content Digest magazine.
How Long Will the Competition Last
- Runs until 26 September 2026.
Required Documents
- Completed essay manuscript.
- Admission letter or HOD attestation letter.
- Online registration on the competition portal.
How to Apply
- Register on the official essay competition website.
- Upload essay manuscript and required documents.
- Submit before 26 September 2026.
- Await shortlisting and final assessment.
📍 Location: Nigeria 📧 Contact: [email protected] 📞 Phone: +234 706 347 2537, +234 803 544 3901
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
