Bible Society Nigeria’s Annual Essay Competition 2025

The 11th edition of the Bible Society of Nigeria’s Annual Essay Writing Competition is now open for entries. This is an opportunity for motivated graduates serving their country to analyze and provide answers to Nigeria’s socioeconomic and political difficulties utilizing biblical and intellectual perspectives.

The article must be unique, empirical, and up to date in order to get published in local and international magazines.

Theme: Re-engineering Nigeria’s System for Long-Term Development

Start Date: Wednesday, June 1, 2025

Deadline: Thursday, June 30th, 2025.

National Conference Date: Thursday, August 18th, 2025

Prizes and Awards for the BSN Essay Writing Competition

The six finalists will receive the following prizes and awards:

• Laptop, management / motivational books, and the Bible are in the first, second, and third positions, respectively.
• Phone, management / motivational books, and the Bible are in the 4th, 5th, and 6th positions, respectively.

Participation Criteria

• Any prospective participant must be a member of the Nigerian Armed Forces who is currently serving his or her country in any Nigerian state.
• He or she must continue to work until September 2025.

How to Enter the BSN Essay Writing Competition

Those interested should send their applications to nyscessay@biblesociety-nigeria.org.

Or

The Bible Society of Nigeria, Adebowale House, 150 Ikorodu Road, Onipanu, Lagos State, Spiral-bound hard copy

Instructions for Use

• All entries must be typed on A4 paper with 1.5-line spacing and a minimum of 3,000 words and a maximum of 4,000 words. The typeface should be Times New Roman, with a size of “12.”
• A cover page for the essay should include the author’s full name, essay title, primary assignment location, current phone number, and functional email address.
• The call-up letter and ID card must be scanned or photocopied and submitted with the essay.
• On or before Thursday, June 30, 2025, all entries must be submitted.

Visit the OFFICIAL WEBSITE.

Grace Benjamin (08159094138 or grace@biblesociety-nigeria.org) and Sylvia Ogolowa (08159094112 or sylvia@biblesociety-nigeria.org) can be contacted for more information.

FAQs

What is the Bible Society of Nigeria’s Annual Essay Competition 2025 about?

The Bible Society of Nigeria’s Annual Essay Competition 2025 is an academic contest organized to encourage young people, especially students in tertiary institutions, to engage with biblical values and apply them to contemporary societal issues. It aims to promote critical thinking, literacy, and moral development while deepening participants’ understanding of the Bible.

Who is eligible to participate in the competition?

The competition is open to students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Participants are usually required to provide proof of studentship, such as a valid student ID card or admission letter, at the time of registration or submission.

How can students apply for the 2025 essay competition?

Interested students can apply by visiting the Bible Society of Nigeria’s official website or designated competition portal where the essay topics, guidelines, and submission details are provided. Submissions are typically done online, and entries must adhere strictly to the specified word count, formatting, and deadline requirements.

What benefits do winners of the competition receive?

Winners of the Bible Society of Nigeria’s Annual Essay Competition usually receive cash prizes, Bible Society publications, and certificates of achievement. Beyond these, the competition provides students with national recognition, an opportunity to build their academic portfolio, and in some cases, opportunities to be published in the Bible Society’s journals or other affiliated publications.