Call for Applications: Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) National Essay Competition 2026
The Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) invites entries from eligible undergraduate students across Nigeria for the 2026 National Essay Competition (NEC).
The competition offers a total cash reward of ₦10 million, aimed at celebrating outstanding intellectual excellence and innovative policy ideas among young Nigerians.
NRS National Essay Competition Summary
- Host: Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS)
- Category: Essay Competition
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦10 Million Cash Prizes | Awards & Certificates
- Deadline: February 28, 2026
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About the National Essay Competition (NEC) 2026
The Nigerian Revenue Service has officially announced the commencement of Season 4 of its National Essay Competition.
NEC Season 4 is designed to promote critical thinking among young Nigerians and stimulate informed dialogue on public finance, taxation, accountability, and national development.
The competition provides a platform for participants to showcase their intellectual depth, analytical capacity, and policy insight while addressing one of Nigeria’s most pressing economic challenges.
Essay Topic
Analyze the challenges faced by the Nigerian Revenue Service in the implementation of the new tax laws and propose practical solutions to address them.
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Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the National Essay Competition (NEC) 2026, applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens
- Be between 20 and 35 years old
- Submit an original and unpublished essay
- Persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Benefits and Prizes
Winners of the competition will receive the following cash prizes:
- First Prize: ₦5,000,000
- Second Prize: ₦3,000,000
- Third Prize: ₦2,000,000
All outstanding participants will also receive certificates and recognition.
Submission Guidelines
Applicants must ensure their essays meet the following requirements:
- Original, analytical, and well-researched content
- Proper referencing and citation
- Typed using:
- Font: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 12
- Spacing: Double-spaced
- Submitted in PDF format
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Interested and qualified candidates should click the green “Apply” button below to submit their entries for the 2026 Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) National Essay Competition.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
