Deadline: November 27, 2026
Applications are invited for the BusinessDay Young Economists Writing Challenge 2026. Are you an Economics student with a bold perspective on the issues shaping Nigeria and Africa’s economic future? BusinessDay is inviting the next generation of economists to move beyond the classroom and put their ideas, research and analytical skills to the test.
The Challenge
Write an original article of 800 to 1000 words on any one of the following topics:
- What will it take for Nigeria to become a trillion-dollar economy?
- Inflation, jobs or economic growth: Which should Nigeria prioritise?
- Detty December: Can Nigeria turn its festive economy into a billion-dollar industry?
Prizes
- 1st Prize: N200,000
- 2nd Prize: N150,000
- 3rd Prize: N100,000
Eligibility
- Open to undergraduate Economics students with a bold perspective on the issues shaping Nigeria and Africa’s economic future.
- Be enrolled in a recognised Nigerian university.
Application
Application deadline is November 27, 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
For more information, visit BusinessDay Young Economists Writing Challenge.
