Organizer: Omituntun Initiative in Diaspora (OID)
Category: Essay / Leadership / Youth Development
Region: Nigeria (Oyo State residents only)
Deadline: October 15, 2025
Eligibility:
Residents or indigenes of Oyo State
Students of any recognized Nigerian institution
Age 18–35 years
Cash Awards: ₦1,750,000 total
1st Prize: ₦1,000,000
2nd Prize: ₦500,000
3rd Prize: ₦250,000
Additional Benefits:
Sponsorship for Leadership Academy training for the top 50 participants
Global certificate of participation
Opportunities for scholarship offers
Redefining the Future: The Role of Youth in Advancing AI and Technological Innovation for Oyo State’s Development
Reimagining Agriculture in Oyo State: Climate-Smart Farming, Food Security, and SDG Progress
From State to Nation to Globe: Catalysing a Sustainable Future through Visionary Leadership, Youth Innovation, and Civic Engagement
Greening the Economy: Mobilising Community Action and Clean Energy Solutions for Environmental Sustainability in Oyo State
Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Language: English
Word Count: 1,000–1,500 words (excluding references)
Font: Times New Roman, Size 12
Line Spacing: Double
Include full name, phone number, email, proof of student status, and Oyo State residency
Deadline: October 15, 2025
Submission Email: essay@omituntunindiaspora.org
Rules:
Only one submission per participant
Late submissions will not be accepted
AI-assisted writing or plagiarism strictly prohibited
Originality, creativity, and structure
Understanding and relevance to the topic
Depth of research
Use of real-life examples, especially referencing projects in Oyo State
Note: Winners and top 50 participants will be notified directly and names will be published on social media and national newspapers.
This is a prestigious opportunity for youth in Oyo State to gain recognition, win cash prizes, and access leadership development programs.