Caritas Nigeria is organizing a Written Essay Competition for Secondary School students to empower young voices for Social Justice and acts of giving.
The Caritas Nigeria Essay Competition 2025 is a prestigious writing contest open to senior secondary school students (SS1 to SS3) across Nigeria. As part of Caritas Nigeria\’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this competition aims to inspire young people to become champions of social justice and humanitarianism.
Key Details About Caritas Nigeria Essay Competition
Theme: /How can young people in Nigeria be inspired to create a culture or lifestyle of humanitarianism and be champions of social justice?/
Word Count: 350 words
Submission Deadline: September 5, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Students in Senior Secondary schools across Nigeria
- Original work, unpublished and free of plagiarism
- Your essay should contain your name and the phone number of your parents/guardian, and that of your school principal or vice principal.
Submission Email: CN15thAnniversaryEssays@ccfn.org
What to Include in Your Submission
- Full name
- Parent/guardian\’s phone number
- School principal/vice principal\’s contact information
Prizes
- 1st Prize: ₦300,000
- 2nd Prize: ₦200,000
- 3rd Prize: ₦100,000
Competition Rules
- Essays must be original and unpublished
- Plagiarism is strictly prohibited
- Adherence to the word count of 350 is essential
Celebrating the Winners
The winners will be celebrated during Caritas Nigeria\’s 15th anniversary celebration on September 25, 2025. This competition provides a platform for young Nigerians to express their ideas, showcase their writing skills, and potentially earn a cash prize while promoting humanitarianism and social justice.
Tips for Success
Write from the heart and share your personal vision for a just and compassionate society
Review and edit your work carefully before submission
Ensure your essay is well-structured and effectively communicates your ideas
By participating in the Caritas Nigeria Essay Competition 2025, young people can make their voices heard and contribute to creating a more just and equitable society in Nigeria.
For further inquiries, participants and stakeholders can visit the Caritas official website www.caritasnigeria.org or follow the organization on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caritasnigeria and https://www.instagram.com/ccfngigeria.