The IDG 2025 National Girls Leadership Essay Competition has been announced with the theme, “Beyond the Stereotype: Nigerian Girls Breaking Barriers with a Toolbox.” The contest focuses on how young girls can play a role in addressing unemployment by leveraging vocational skilling and turning challenges into opportunities.
According to the organizers, “The 1st position will be opportune to be the Minister for Youth Development for 24 hours as a Shadow Minister.” In addition, the top three winners will receive cash gifts and will also participate in the Girls Future Conference, tagged GFC2025.
The competition is open to young Nigerian females between the ages of 10 and 20 years. Organizers explained, “1st to 3rd winners will be opportune to be participants at the Girls Future Conference #GFC2025.”
The deadline for essay submissions is 28th September 2025. Interested participants are to submit their entries through the provided link: https://bit.ly/IDG2025Essay.
This initiative encourages empowerment, skills development, and youth leadership in Nigeria.
