BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 | Up to ₦1 Million Prizes

BBYDI National Essay Competition

It is definite that AI is here and has come to stay, but beyond definition, what should AI look like in Nigeria?

BBYDI in partnership with Patrick J McGovern foundation  has called for entry for the BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026.

Submit an essay on this subject matter and stand a chance to invaluable prizes and awards.

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The BBYDI National Essay Competition is opened to Nigerian tertiary institution students with up to ₦400,000 (1st), ₦300,000 (2nd), ₦200,000 (3rd) and awards.

The competition is opened to students at universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, colleges of technology, schools of nursing, and other diploma-awarding institutions across Nigeria

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.


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BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 Abstract

  • Host: BBYDI X Patrick J McGovern foundation
  • Location: Nigeria
  • Category: Competitions 
  • Benefits: 
    • ₦400,000 (1st)
    • ₦300,000 (2nd)
    • ₦200,000 (3rd)
    • Awards
  • Eligibility: Nigerians
  • Deadline: April 16, 2026

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BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 Details

AI is already reshaping how Nigerians learn, work, access information, and participate in public life. But the conversation about what AI should look like in Nigeria cannot happen without the people who will live with its consequences longest: young people.

The Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) invites students from tertiary institutions across Nigeria to enter a national essay competition on AI literacy and responsible technology use.

This is an invitation to think critically, argue clearly, and contribute your perspective to one of the most important conversations shaping Nigeria’s future.

This competition is part of BBYDI’s AI Literacy for Everyday People in Nigeria project, supported by the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation.

The essay topic is Artificial Intelligence for Public Good: Balancing Innovation, Human Welfare, and Responsible Governance”

BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 Benefits

BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 offers:

1st Place

₦400,000

2nd Place

₦300,000

3rd Place

₦200,000

Top 10 Finalists

₦100,000 

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Essay Focus for BBYDI National Essay Competition

Your essay should be grounded in the Nigerian context and demonstrate critical thinking, ethical awareness, and a practical understanding of how AI affects real people and communities. You may approach the theme from any angle, but your argument must be specific and well-evidenced, not a general overview of AI.

To sharpen your focus, consider questions such as:

  • How should AI be governed in a specific Nigerian sector — education, healthcare, agriculture, governance, or creative industries — to serve ordinary citizens?
  • What does “responsible AI” look like in a context where most people lack reliable internet access, and what are the risks of leaving those communities out of the conversation?
  • How can young Nigerians move from being passive consumers of AI tools to active participants in shaping how those tools are built and deployed?
  • What ethical trade-offs does Nigeria face in adopting AI, and who should be making those decisions?

These are starting points, not requirements. You are free to develop any argument within the theme, provided it is specific, grounded, and clearly reasoned.

BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 Requirements

To be eligible for the BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Be a current student at a recognised Nigerian tertiary institution (university, polytechnic, college of education, college of technology, monotechnic, school of nursing, or other diploma-awarding institution) with a verifiable student ID
  • Be between 18 and 30 years old
  • Submit an original, previously unpublished essay
  • Grant BBYDI the right to publish, excerpt, or reference your essay, with attribution, in its publications, learning resources, impact reports, and advocacy materials

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Essay Requirements

Word count

1,200–1,500 words (excluding references)

Language

English

Format

Typed, Times New Roman, 12pt, double-spaced

Structure

A clear argument with a logical progression, not a general survey of the topic

BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026 Required Documents

While applying for BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • Complete Application Form
  • The Essay document

How To Apply for BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026

BBYDI National Essay Competition 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Complete the application form.
  • Upload your essay as part of the form submission

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: April 15th, 2026


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