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It’s not every day you get a chance to share your thoughts and maybe walk away with ₦300k. So when something like this shows up, you might want to pause and take a closer look.

Caritas Nigeria has rolled out an essay competition for senior secondary school students across the country. It’s part of their 15-year anniversary, and the theme this year touches something deep:
“How can young people in Nigeria be inspired to create a culture or lifestyle of humanitarianism and be champions of social justice?”

No pressure, right?

What They’re Looking For

This isn’t your average school essay. They want something real. Fresh thoughts. Something personal. They’re calling on students to write from the heart, not from Google or ChatGPT (no offence).

Here’s the catch though — your write-up must:

• Be original (don’t copy your seatmate, please)
• Be unpublished and free of plagiarism
• Stick to 350 words
• Include your full name, your parent or guardian’s phone number, and the contact of your school principal or vice principal

They’re serious about knowing who you are and how to reach you.

Who Can Apply?

The gate is wide open if you’re:

• A student in senior secondary school
• Living anywhere in Nigeria

Public school, private school, day school, boarding school — as long as you’re still in SS1 to SS3, you can go for it.

Prizes for the Top 3

Now, let’s talk money. Three winners will be picked, and they’ll walk away with:

• 🥇 First Prize – ₦300,000
• 🥈 Second Prize – ₦200,000
• 🥉 Third Prize – ₦100,000

Not bad for 350 words, right?

The winners will be celebrated on 25th September 2025, during Caritas Nigeria’s 15th anniversary event. Imagine your name being called out at a national event. Vibes.

How To Send In Your Entry

No long process. Just email your essay to:
CN15thAnniversaryEssays@ccfn.org

That’s it.

No portals, no forms, no drama. Just type your essay, double-check everything, attach it, and hit send.

Deadline to Keep in Mind

The final day to submit is 5th September 2025. Don’t miss it. Even if you finish writing today, maybe sleep on it, revise tomorrow, and send it before the deadline sneaks past.

If you’re a law student in Nigeria and writing doesn’t scare you, this might be a good shot at winning something bigger than just bragging rights. Foundation Chambers, known for its strong roots in maritime law, has opened entries for its annual essay competition.

Let’s be real, it’s not just about the prize money (though ₦250k is not beans). There’s also the chance to intern with the firm, which could open doors way beyond the classroom.

What’s the Topic?

This year’s topic is:

“Challenges and Prospects of Maritime Arbitration in Nigeria”

Yes, it sounds like one of those topics that make you want to close your laptop. But don’t panic. Read around it, talk to your lecturer if you must, and write from what you understand. They’re not expecting a SAN’s brief — just original, well-thought-out work from a student who took the time.

Who Can Apply?

Only undergraduate law students are allowed. Doesn’t matter if you’re in 200 level or final year, as long as you haven’t graduated yet, you’re eligible.

Prizes You Can Win

Now to the juicy part:

🥇 First Prize

• ₦250,000
• Internship at Foundation Chambers
• A free maritime law book
• Your essay published

🥈 Second Prize

• ₦150,000
• Internship
• Maritime law book

🥉 Third Prize

• ₦100,000
• Maritime law book

So, yes, even third place still cashes out.

Writing Guidelines (Read This Twice)

To avoid missing out because of technical errors, follow these rules:

• Submit your essay as a Word document attached to an email
• Use Times New Roman, font size 12, and double spacing
• Maximum word count: 3,000 words (excluding footnotes and references)
• Use OSCOLA referencing style
• First page must include:
  • Essay title
  • Your full name
  • Email
  • Phone number
  • Word count

Also, your work must be 100% original. No copy-paste business. Don’t risk disqualification over laziness.

How to Send Your Entry

Email your essay to:
info@foundationchambers.com

Do it before the deadline. Speaking of which…

Final Deadline

The last day to submit is 15th September 2025. After that, no begging o. If you miss it, you wait till next year.

There’s something about finishing school that no one prepares you for. One minute you’re defending your final project, next thing you’re sitting at home refreshing job boards like it’s your full-time role. If that sounds familiar, this might interest you.

PwC Nigeria has opened its 2025/2026 Graduate Trainee Programme, and for recent graduates looking for something solid to hold onto, this might be the bridge between your “school self” and your “career self.”

Let’s break it down without fluff.

What’s This Programme About?

Forget what you’ve heard about internships where you just refill paper trays and nod at meetings you don’t understand. This one’s different.

PwC (yes, the big accounting and consulting firm) wants fresh minds they can train from scratch. Not just accountants, by the way. They’re looking for smart people from various fields who are ready to learn, work hard, and grow fast.

From day one, you’ll get actual work. You’ll rotate through departments, meet with experienced staff, and probably fumble once or twice — but that’s part of the learning. You’ll also get formal training, mentoring and maybe even a few reality checks. The good kind.

What You’ll Actually Get

Let’s skip the corporate lingo. Here’s what they’re offering:

• Full-time employment (this is not a part-time gig)
• On-the-job training across different departments
• Mentoring and coaching from people who’ve been in the game
• Hands-on projects, not theoretical assignments
• Access to learning tools, online resources and interactive sessions

Basically, if you want to grow and don’t mind being pushed, they’ve got room for you.

Who Can Apply?

PwC isn’t picky about where you went to school, but you must meet a few things:

• First degree in any of these (or something close):
  Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Business Admin, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Economics
• You must have at least a second-class degree
• NYSC must be completed (sorry, no “still serving” folks)

Now, if you studied something outside that list but still think you can stand out? You might still have a shot. It won’t hurt to try.

Skills That’ll Help You Stand Out

They’re not asking you to be a genius. But these will help:

• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Solid teamwork and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office knowledge (yes, you should know how to work a PowerPoint slide)
• A bit of leadership experience from anywhere — maybe school projects, volunteering or even NYSC CDS groups

Attitude matters more than a flashy CV here.

How to Apply

This part’s simple, no stress.

Click this PwC Nigeria Graduate Trainee Programme link and follow the steps.

Don’t wait till the deadline creeps up on you.

• Deadline: August 13, 2025

Sometimes, what stands between a student and their dream is just one word — money. Fees stack up, books cost a lot, and some students simply hustle through, hoping for a miracle. Well, maybe this could be yours.

The Global Youth Foundation has kicked off applications for its 2025/2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme, and from the look of it, they’re not playing around. Full tuition. No part payment. No fine print.

So if you’re in a Nigerian university and wondering how to stay in school or pay less for it, this might just ease that headache.

What the Scholarship Covers

Let’s not beat around the bush. The scholarship is full.

• Your tuition? Covered.
• Other stuff like living expenses? That’s not stated, so don’t assume. But still, tuition is the main deal, and that’s a huge win on its own.

No tricks. Just solid backing for those who make the cut.

Who Can Apply?

Now, the eligibility part is pretty clear, but it comes with a few layers. Let’s unpack them.

• You must be a registered member of the Global Youth Foundation
• You must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate
• Academic requirements vary by level:
  • If you’re in 200 level or higher: CGPA should be at least 4.0 on a 5.0 scale or 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • If you’re just starting out (100 level): UTME score should be 280 or above

But here’s something thoughtful. If you come from a low-income background and don’t meet those academic scores, you can still apply. They said so themselves.

So if you know you need the help, no dulling. Shoot your shot.

What You Need to Apply

Here’s the short checklist. Keep it tidy and complete.

• A simple application letter (tell your story, don’t copy random samples)
• A recommendation letter from your Head of Department (HOD)
• A copy of your admission letter

Make sure your documents are readable and well-labelled. No blurry photos, no half scans. Present yourself like someone they’ll want to support.

Where and When to Apply

All documents should be sent via email to:
📩 gyfspider@gmail.com

Deadline is Wednesday, 7 August 2025. That’s not far off. Early submissions are better. Don’t wait till the last day to be fighting network or looking for a cyber café.

Sometimes, the idea is there. Burning in your head. You’ve even started building it, or at least scribbled the plan on paper. But turning that spark into a real, working business? That part’s tough. No sugar-coating it.

That’s where the ELISA Business Scholars Program steps in. Think of it as a once-in-a-lifetime boost for African entrepreneurs who are trying to build serious stuff.

And now, the 2025 applications are open.

What’s ELISA, and Why Should You Care?

Let’s not drag it. ELISA stands for Emerging Leaders in Innovation, Science and Africa (though the full name rarely gets used). It’s run by the International Center for Professional Development, a non-profit based in the US. But its heart? All Africa.

The idea is simple: if you’re building something bold in Africa, they want to help you get it right — with proper coaching, funding support, and access to people who’ve been in the game long before you.

What Do You Actually Get?

The goodies are not small. Here’s what selected applicants will enjoy:

• A 2-day immersive training session in Zimbabwe
• All travel, feeding and accommodation fully covered
• A full year of mentorship with a business coach
• Monthly virtual check-ins with your coach
• Access to the ELISA Business Summit
• Lifetime membership in the ELISA network
• And plenty of real-life, useful business content — not random YouTube stuff

They even help you fine-tune your pitch and investor decks. Whether you’re pitching from a dusty café in Ibadan or a shared workspace in Kigali, you’ll learn how to talk money with confidence.

Who Can Apply?

This part is wide open, which is rare for most programmes like this.

• No age limit
• No specific gender or sector requirement
• You must be a founder of your startup or business idea
• Your business must be focused on Africa
• You need to be living in Africa
• Must be able to talk with your mentor once a month, using Zoom, Google Meet or even WhatsApp

One catch though — if you’ve done the ELISA programme before, you can’t reapply. Fair is fair.

How to Get In

It’s not hard, but you need to be organised.

1. First, create your profile on the ELISA portal
2. Then, create your project page — this tells them what your startup or idea is really about
3. Finally, submit the main application here: Apply Now

The deadline is August 31, 2025, so no procrastinating. Once that door closes, it closes.