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NIMASA World Maritime Day Essay Competition (Win ₦500,000 + Laptop)

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Franklin Duru

Admissions & Curriculum Analyst

February 2, 2021

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) invites entries from Year 1 and Year 2 students (100L and 200L / ND 1 and ND 2) of Nigerian tertiary institutions for its World Maritime Day Essay Competition.

NIMASA World Maritime Day essay competition 2020

Essay Topic and Prizes

  • Essay Topic: "Sustainable Shipping for a Sustainable Planet"
  • 1st Prize: ₦500,000 Education Grant + Laptop + Plaque + Publication in NIMASA's The VOYAGE magazine and website.
  • 2nd Prize: ₦350,000 Education Grant + Laptop + Plaque
  • 3rd Prize: ₦250,000 Education Grant + Laptop + Plaque
  • Consolation Prizes (7 Winners): ₦100,000 Education Grant each + Plaque

Formatting Rules and Submission Guidelines

  • Eligibility: Strictly for Year 1 and Year 2 students of Nigerian tertiary institutions. You must attach scanned proof of studentship (Admission Letter and School ID Card).
  • Word Count & Formatting: Maximum of 1,200 words (±10%), double-spaced in MS Word, font size 12, with zero plagiarism and no joint authorship.
  • Contact Info: End your essay with your Full Name, Telephone Number, and Email Address.
  • How to Submit: Email your essay (using the essay topic as the email subject line) to both wmdessay@nimasa.gov.ng and wmdessay@samuelson.com.ng on or before Thursday, February 18, 2021.
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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Praise Okon

Feb 2, 2021

Do I have to be studying Marine Engineering or Nautical Science to enter the NIMASA essay competition?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

Feb 2, 2021

No, Praise! The NIMASA essay competition is open to all 100-level and 200-level students across all disciplines in Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.

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