Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative – National Essay Competition
The Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative is inviting students from universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and other tertiary institutions across Nigeria to participate in its National Essay Competition on Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Responsible Technology Use.
TOPIC
Artificial Intelligence for Public Good: Balancing Innovation, Human Welfare, and Responsible GovernancePrimary & Secondary Schooling (K-12)
ELIGIBILITY
- Students enrolled in tertiary institutions across Nigeria
- Ages 18–30 years
- Essays must be written in English Word count: 1,200–1,500 words
PRIZES
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First Prize: N400,000
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Second Prize: N300,000
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Third Prize: N200,000
Top 10 finalists will be sponsored to attend the Grand Finale Event
HOW TO APPLY
Digital literacy course
Applications are free and can be submitted via this link: Apply Here
Deadline
15 April 2026, 10:00 AM (WAT)
Enquiries:
o.halimat@thebrainbuilders.org | a.adebowale@thebrainbuilders.org
Social Media:
Instagram: @BrainBuilders01
Twitter: @BrainBuildersInternational
Supported by: Patrick J McGovern Foundation
Additional Information:
Full competition details are available here: Competition Details
This initiative encourages young Nigerians to explore the potential of AI in driving public good while promoting responsible technology use.
