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NNPC/Seplat Pearls Quiz Competition 2026

Open to all secondary schools in Delta, Edo and Imo States.Check also: How To Write a Winning Scholarship Essay (Upcoming Webinar) Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)... more details

  •  Contest
  •  13-Mar-2026
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

Universal Postal Union International Letter-Writing Competition 2026

Only young participants from 9 to 15 years (inclusive) may take part in the annual competition. To be eligible, participants must be 15 years old or younger on the submission deadline of 5 May 2026. This includes participants who turn 16 on that... more details

  •  Contest
  •  05-May-2026
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026

You are eligible to enter the competition if you are 18 years or younger  National or resident of a Commonwealth country or territory. Entries must not include the entrant’s personal details (e.g., name, age, school, etc.). This inf... more details

  •  Contest
  •  30-Apr-2026
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

NLNG Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation 2026 ( USD 100,000.00 Prize)

The award is open to scientists and innovators worldwide (Nigerians and non-Nigerians) involved in the application of science and innovation to proffer solutions in Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Information Communication Technology (ICT) or Digi... more details

  •  Contest
  •  30-Apr-2026
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

KPMG Competition for Female Founders in Africa 2026

Be a registered company in the country/region where the country/region final is being held Must be female-owned  Have been active in operation for at least one year Be either a tech-enabled, tech-driven or tech-led business Not be maj... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Africa
  • $$  Varies

Flour Mills of Nigeria Prize for Innovation for Students and MSMEs 2026

 The fifth season of FMN's Prize for Innovation (FMN PFI 5.0) focuses on Innovative Practices in Cassava Production and Processing. The competition is split into two categories, Category 1: entries from Nigerian MSMEs Category ... more details

  •  Contest
  •  16-Mar-2026
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

National Essay Competition (NEC) 2026

The competition is open to Nigerians aged 20 to 35 Persons with disabilities are also strongly encouraged to apply ... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

Wema Bank Hackaholics Accelerator Program 2026

Commit to the full duration of the program Participate in both virtual and physical sessions (hybrid model) Be open to sharing business data for mentorship and learning purposes Demonstrate readiness to engage with partners, customers, and i... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

Law School Scholarship Contest in United States

A $1,000 scholarship award applied toward law school tuitionRecognition for commitment to community impact and the legal professionFinancial support to help reduce the cost of legal education.... more details

  •  Contest
  •  30-Jul-2026
  •  United States
  • $$  USD $1,000 toward law school tuition

Federal Government NiYA StartUp Pitch for Young Entrepreneurs 2025 (N100,000,000 Funding)

Applicant must be aged 18–35 years  Must currently live in Nigeria Youth Founders only, with at least two co-founders (no solo entries) A Completed NiYA Community Profile A course Completion certificate from NiYA Check also: Sc... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

Youth Against Violent Extremism (YAVE) Digital Contest 2025

How to Participate: This competition seeks to harness the power of creativity to foster community resilience, social cohesion, and positive narratives. Participants are invited to submit works across seven categories: ... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Literary Competitions for Young Nigerians 2026

GENERAL ENTRY GUIDELINES All entries for the COAS Literary Competitions 2026 will be guided by the following guidelines: Application forms for primary, secondary and undergraduates must be completed online, printed, duly endorsed and stamped... more details

  •  Contest
  •  31-Mar-2026
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

KPMG Private Enterprise Tech Innovator Competition 2025

National and Global Exposure Raise awareness of your innovation and your business by showcasing it on a prestigious platform to a national and global audience of industry experts, investors, potential partners and customers. Increase your company&... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

Some of these scholarships are fully or partially funded while some may have very specific benefits like tuition and accomodation fees coverage, different allowances, or travel and insurance coverages for local and international students. These college scholarships, internships, coops, grants and bursaries can be for both detached or degree-bound like postgraduates and undergraduates, for Bachelors Degree, Masters, PhD, Fellowship or can be based on merit or have competitive schemes like contests or incentives, etc. Scholarships are usually funded by governments, foundations, universities, colleges, non-government organizations (NGOs) or private sponsors.

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