NEMA National Essay Competition 2026: Prizes Up to ₦500,000
NEMA National Essay Competition 2026: Prizes Up to ₦500,000
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has officially opened entries for its National Essay Competition 2026. This initiative aims to strengthen emergency preparedness, disaster awareness, and resilience among Nigeria’s youth.
Competition Topics
The competition is divided into three distinct categories with specific themes:
Senior Secondary School: "My Role in Disaster Risk Reduction"
Students of Tertiary Institutions: "Climate Change and Disaster Management in Nigeria"
NYSC "Emergency Management Vanguards" Corps Members: "Technology for Disaster Response: Opportunities and Challenges"
Cash Prizes
Winners will receive significant financial rewards for their contributions:
First Place: ₦500,000
First Runner Up: ₦300,000
Second Runner Up: ₦200,000
Submission Guidelines & Eligibility
Interested participants must adhere to the following rules to ensure their entry is considered:
Formatting: Essays must be submitted as a Word document using Times New Roman, Size 12 font.
Word Count: Maximum 500 words for Secondary School; maximum 1,000 words for all other categories.
Entry Limit: Only one entry per individual.
Required Details: Include full name, category, and details of school or NYSC deployment.
Submission Email: All entries should be sent to nemaessay@nema.gov.ng.
Evaluation Criteria
Entries will be judged based on the following weighted scale:
40% — Content Relevance and Depth
30% — Originality and Creativity
30% — Structure, Grammar, and Style
DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2026
Note: Entries not submitted on or before the deadline or those failing to meet stated conditions will not be considered.
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