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THE SYSTEMSPECS CHILDREN’S DAY ESSAY COMPETITION 

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Application Deadline: 20 April, 2024

LOCATION: Nigeria

At SystemSpecs, we believe it is possible to have a positive and safe experience online. However, we also recognize as a child, you need to be aware of the dangers of online technology.  And that’s why you are invited to share your thoughts on the 2024 topic: Protecting the Nigerian child from the dangers of online technology” and why it is important! Your perspective matters. We look forward to your submission. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Primary and secondary children schooling in Nigeria ages 9 years and not older than 16 years. 

The Junior category (ages 9 to 12) submits a maximum of 1,000 words, while the Senior category (ages 13 to 16) submits a maximum of 1,500 words.

Your essay must be in English. 

You are only allowed to submit one entry per participant. 

Your submission must be your original thoughts; plagiarism will not be tolerated! 

An accredited school official or parent or legal guardian must endorse your entry. 

You are allowed to re-submit only ONCE. To re-submit, please send an email of appeal to participate@systemspecs.com.ng stating that you wish to withdraw your submission. It is only after this is approved that you can re-submit.

BENEFIT:

Winners will be announced on May 27, 2024, and the award ceremony will take place on June 7, 2024.  

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THE NIGERIA PRIZE FOR LITERARY CRITICISM

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Application Deadline: 2 April, 2024

LOCATION: Nigeria

Literary criticism aims to deepen interpretations, outlook and the craft of creative writing. It also places emphasis on a particular milieu, be it literary, historical or imaginary. Therefore literary criticism must be supported and encouraged for robust development and growth of creative writing. These considerations led Nigeria LNG Limited to introduce a prize for literary criticism in 2012. The Nigerian Prize for Literary Criticism currently has a cash value of N1 million.

ELIGIBILITY:

Since the aim of the Prize is to promote Nigerian literature, it is open to literary critics from all over the world critiquing Nigerian literature.

Maximum file size to upload is 500MB & Applicant can upload up to 10 files.

Evidence of Nigerian citizenship (Nigerian passport or National Identity Card).

One scanned passport-sized photograph.

To participate, you are required to follow a straightforward submission process:

Obtain the Application Form: This can be done online from The Nigeria Prizes website here.

Submit Three Works: You must submit three (3) literary criticism works focusing on Children’s Literature.

Complete and Attach the Form: Ensure that the completed forms are printed and submitted alongside your entries.

BENEFIT:

USD10,000

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