The UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition for 2024 invites Nigerian students to share their ideas on how tax policies can drive progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria.
This competition offers a platform for undergraduates to propose innovative solutions that connect taxation with sustainable development.
Information
Details
Contest
UNDP Essay Competition
Focus
Tax policies, SDGs
First Prize
NGN 1,000,000
Eligibility
Nigerian undergraduates
Deadline
1 October 2024
️ Essay Length
1,500 – 2,000 words
Submission
PDF format, original content
Evaluation
Innovation, relevance, clarity
Competition Theme
Students are encouraged to write on one of the following themes:
Exploring how innovative tax policies can help close the SDGs financing gap in Nigeria.
Investigating how inclusive and sustainable tax systems impact environmental sustainability, the digital economy, and trade.
Strengthening tax systems to combat Illicit Financial Flows for progress towards closing the SDGs financing gap.
Prizes
Winners will receive the following rewards:
First Prize : NGN 1,000,000 and a certificate of recognition.Second Prize : NGN 750,000 and a certificate of recognition.Third Prize : NGN 500,000 and a certificate of recognition.
Eligibility
Open to all undergraduate Nigerian students.
Students must be enrolled in a recognized university or college in Nigeria.
Participants need to submit both a national ID and a university student ID.
Submission Guidelines
Essay Length : 1,500 to 2,000 words.Language : English.Format : Typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF.Originality : All essays must be original. Plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Essays will be judged based on:
Relevance : Alignment with the competition theme.Innovation : Original and practical solutions.Analysis : Depth of research and critical thinking.Clarity : Well-structured and coherent arguments.Impact : Potential to influence policy and sustainable practices.
How to Apply
Submit your application using the link: Apply for UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition .
The deadline for submissions is 1 October 2024 .
For more details, visit the UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition page .
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