Governor Seyi Makinde’s aim for inclusive development and youth empowerment in Oyo State has been continuously affirmed by Omituntun Initiative in Diaspora (OID). The Seyi Makinde Annual Essay Competition 2025, which focuses on innovation, sustainability, leadership, and citizen involvement, is open to aspirational students and brilliant minds this year.
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Quick Summary of Seyi Makinde Annual Essay Competition 2025
| Company/Host | Omituntun Initiative in Diaspora (OID |
| Category | Grants/Internships |
| Title | Seyi Makinde Annual Essay Competition 2025 |
| Eligible Countries | Nigeria |
| Benefits | ₦1.75 million cash awards | Scholarships | Certification |
| Application mode | Online |
| End Date: | October 15, 2025 |
Essay Topics (Choose ONE):
1. Redefining the Future: The Role of Youth in Advancing Artificial Intelligence and Technological Innovation for Oyo State’s Development.
2. Reimagining Agriculture in Oyo State: Holistic Approaches to Advancing Climate-Smart Farming, Promoting Food Security, and Driving Progress Toward the SDGs.
3. From State to Nation to Globe: Catalysing a Sustainable Future through Visionary Leadership, Youth Innovation, and Civic Engagement.
4. Greening the Economy: Mobilising Community Action and Clean Energy Solutions for Environmental Sustainability in Oyo State.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a resident or indigene of Oyo State.
- Must be a student of any recognised institution in Nigeria.
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
Submission Requirements:
- Essays must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or.docx).
- Language: English • Word count: 1,000-1,500 words (excluding references/bibliography).
- Use Times New Roman font in size 12 and double-spaced lines.
- Please include your full name, phone number, and email address.
- Provide acceptable documentation of student status and residency in Oyo State.
- Participants are expected to rigorously follow the general norms and standards.
Prizes and Award Recognition:
- First prize is ₦1,000,000.
- Second prize: ₦500,000.
- Third prize: ₦250,000.
OID Global will additionally finance outstanding top 50 participants’ Leadership Academy training and provide an official diploma.
Judging Criteria:
Submissions will be evaluated based on originality, inventiveness, structure, understanding of the issue, depth of research, and use of real-life examples, particularly from ongoing or finished initiatives in Oyo State.
Candidates should answer the question as precisely and directly as feasible. The use of AI or plagiarism is absolutely prohibited and will result in instant disqualification.
Important Notes:
- Each participant can submit just one essay.
- We will not accept late entries.
- Only winners and the top 50 participants will be notified and contacted.
- The names of the winners will be published on our social media platforms as well as in the national newspaper.
How to Apply for Seyi Makinde Annual Essay Competition 2025
All applications should be sent to the email address below:
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