Applications are now open for the 2025 Adeola Oyinlade National Essay Competition. This prestigious competition provides a platform for law students in Nigeria to demonstrate their analytical and legal writing skills. Participants have the opportunity to win cash prizes, receive certificates of participation, and secure an internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co., a leading legal firm in Nigeria.
Summary of the Adeola Oyinlade National Essay Competition
Host Country: Nigeria
Category: Essay Competition | Internship | Training
Eligibility: Law students in Nigerian tertiary institutions (100 – 500 level)
Reward: ₦600,000 in cash prizes, internship opportunities, and certificates
Application Deadline: February 21, 2025
Competition Details
The Adeola Oyinlade National Essay Competition is organized and sponsored by Adeola Oyinlade & Co., a renowned full-service law firm in Nigeria. This competition aims to challenge law students to critically analyze a legal topic and present well-structured arguments within the boundaries of Nigerian law.
Essay Topic:
“Taxation and Development in Nigeria: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Implementation”
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the competition, applicants must:
Be a 100 – 500 level law student in a Nigerian tertiary institution (Federal, State, or Private university).
Benefits of the Competition
Winner: ₦300,000 + Internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co. + Essay publication on Mondaq.
First Runner-up: ₦200,000 + Internship.
Second Runner-up: ₦100,000 + Internship.
4th – 10th Place Finalists: ₦50,000 each + Internship.
Certificate of Participation for all students who meet submission guidelines.
Submission Guidelines
Individual submissions only (co-authored essays are not allowed).
Essays must be original and plagiarism-free.
Only one entry per participant is permitted.
Word limit: Maximum of 1,500 words (excluding footnotes).
Language: English.
Format:
Font: Times New Roman
Size: 12
Spacing: Double
Alignment: Justified
File Format: Microsoft Word
Referencing Style: OSCOLA (Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities).
The essay must not contain the participant’s school or personal details (except for the entrant’s full name).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should:
1. Write their essay based on the topic “Taxation and Development in Nigeria: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Implementation.”
2. Ensure their submission adheres to the formatting and submission guidelines.
3. Submit their essay via email to admin@adeolaoyinlade.com with the subject:
“The 2025 Adeola Oyinlade & Co. National Essay Competition for Law Students in Nigeria.”
Announcement of Winners
Winners will be announced on LinkedIn.
Application Deadline
February 21, 2025
For more details and updates, visit the official competition website.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain recognition, win exciting prizes, and secure an internship with a leading law firm in Nigeria!
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