The 6th Edition of the Jemila Abubakar Memorial Essay Competition (JAME) is open for application. Undergraduates in any Nigerian tertiary institution are encouraged to apply.

Theme: Mental Health and Career Adaptability in a Dynamic Work Environment

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants should be undergraduates in any Nigerian tertiary institution 

Applicants must be able to provide proof of studentship

Applicants must sign the Asido Foundation’s Unashamed pledge (asidofoundation.com/unashamed)

The essay word count should range from a minimum of 750 to a maximum of 1000 words

The essay should be in the Microsoft Word Doc format

You are required to upload a scanned copy of a recent photograph and proof of studentship. and a certificate of your unashamed pledge.

Submitting an AI-generated essay and plagiarism in ANY FORM will lead to automatic disqualification 

Application opens 14th November and closes 14th December, 2025 (11:59pm)

The top 3 winners are required to be at the award ceremony, set to take place on the 25th of February, 2025, at the International Conference Center, University of Ibadan, Ibadan. 

BENEFIT:

1st Prize: N200,000

2nd Prize: N150,000

3rd Prize: N100,000

The top 15 entries will win cash prizes and also benefit from a mentorship program.