Chris Inspires Care Foundation, a youth-focused non-governmental organisation committed to education, youth development, and community upliftment, proudly presents the Chris Inspires Youth Essay Challenge (CIYEC) 1.0 – 2026 Edition, exclusively for secondary school students across Nigeria.

This annual competition is designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication skills while promoting a culture of writing and intellectual engagement among young learners.

Competition Details

• Target Participants: Secondary school students (ages 13–18)
• Theme:
  “Innovation, Leadership, and the Role of Nigerian Youth in National Development”
• Essay Guidelines:
  • Length: 500–800 words
  • Language: English
  • Original and plagiarism-free

Submission Process

1. Fill the registration form and upload the essay (Word or PDF)

Note: Only online submissions will be accepted.

Key Dates

• Opening Date: 12th January, 2026
• Closing Date: 10th March, 2026
• Award Ceremony: 20th March, 2026

Prizes

All participants will receive a certificate of participation.

Eligibility

• Must be enrolled in a registered Nigerian secondary school
• Entries must be original
• Individual or team submissions (max 3 students per team)

Judging Criteria

• Originality and creativity
• Relevance to the theme
• Clarity and structure
• Grammar and language use
• Impact and insightfulness