Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) Scholars Program 2021 for young Nigerians
Are you a young Nigerian? Do you love to write? Then the NHEF Scholars Program 2021 is an opportunity you shouldn’t miss.
In this post, you will find all the information you need regarding the Scholars Program 2021 including the detailed requirements, application process, and how to submit your application with ease.
If you wish to be successful in this contest, then carefully read all outlined information here and ask questions through the comment section if you wish to get further clarification.
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NHEF Scholars Program 2021 Announcement
The NHEF (Nigeria Higher Education Foundation) is pleased to announce its 6th Annual Scholarship Essay Competition. This year’s competition aims to provide a platform that encourages young Nigerian university students to think critically and strategically on topical issues that are of vital importance to Nigeria’s sustainable growth and development.
In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the focus of this edition of the competition is “The Role of Digital Technology in the Nigerian Higher Education System.”
The question for this year’s competition is;
The COVID-19 pandemic has dismantled global conventions and most notably impacted the activities of higher education institutions. Adapting to a new stay-at-home landscape, global education systems have responded with digitally innovative methods of teaching and learning that will redefine the future of classroom training.
Using relevant examples, critically analyze the role of digital technology in transitioning higher education in Nigeria to a post-pandemic system.
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What you Stand to Win (Contest Prizes)
Applicants who emerge winners in this year’s competition will win the following prices;
- Grand prize – the Grand Prize winner will be awarded ₦100,000, a new laptop, One(1) online certificate course, a one(1) year internet subscription, and one(1) year of university tuition.
- The first runner-up – the First Runner-up will be awarded ₦75,000, a 1-year internet subscription, and one(1) year of university tuition.
- Second Runner – the Second Runner-up will be awarded ₦50,000, a 1-year internet subscription, and one(1) year of university tuition.
- The online certificate course may not exceed $100 on Udemy, Coursera, Alison, or EDX.
- One(1) year internet subscription estimated at 24Gb on the winner’s preferred mobile network.
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Requirements for Nigeria Higher Education Foundation Scholars Program 2021
This competition is only open to students enrolled at NHEF Partner Universities. NHEF will verify the enrolment of each contestant with the University Registrar.
NHEF Partner Universities includes;
- Ahmadu Bello University,
- Bayero University,
- Kano, Kwara State University,
- The University of Ibadan,
- The University of Lagos,
- The University of Nigeria,
- Nsukka, and
- the University of Port Harcourt.
Note: previous NHEF Essay Competition & Scholars Program beneficiaries are not eligible to participate in this competition.
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Essay Criteria
Your essay must abide by the following guidelines prior to submission;
- Entries should reflect the author’s ability to explore and discuss ideas / ethical concepts and demonstrate the conduct of research with a sufficiently detailed summary.
- Only one(1) entry may be submitted per student.
- Your essay must include a title page, a bibliography, and a scanned copy of the contestant’s current Student ID.
- Your name, university, and registration ID# must appear in the header of each page.
- Your essay must not exceed 2000 words. It must be double-spaced with a font size of 12pt, Times New Roman font, and contain numbered pages with one-inch margins excluding the bibliography and title page.
- References in the essay should be included and clearly identified.
Submission Procedures
- The naming convention is as follows: 2021 NHEF Essay Competition – Name of Applicant e.g., 2021 NHEF Essay Competition – Adekunle Chioma Ahmed.
Entries must be submitted in PDF format. - Students are encouraged to avoid plagiarism, as the essays will be checked for intellectual authenticity.
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How to Apply for Nigeria Higher Education Foundation Scholars Program 2021
Interested and eligible candidates should complete their application by sending their entry via email to [email protected]. More details can be found here
Application Deadline
All applications must be submitted on or before 11:59 p.m. (WAT) on May 28, 2021.
