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Ibrahim Ramalan
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Ibrahim Ramalan is a graduate of Mass Communications from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria. With nearly a decade-long, active journalism practice, Mr Ramalan has been able to rise from a cub reporter to the exalted position of an editor; first as Arts Editor with the Blueprint Newspapers before resigning in 2019; second and presently as an Associate Editor of the Daily Nigerian online newspaper. He can be reached via ibroramalan@gmail.com, or www.facebook.com/ibrahim.ramalana, or @McRamalan on Twitter.
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The United Nations Development Programme, UNDP, has launched an Undergraduate Essay Competition, inviting submissions from Nigerian students currently enrolled in a recognized university or college in the country.

In a statement posted on its website, the UNDP said participating students must submit a national identification, their university identification from their university.

According to the statement, participants are encouraged to write on one of the following thematic areas: ‘Exploring the potential of Innovative Tax Policies and Strategies to drive sustainable development for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria’,

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‘Exploring linkages between inclusive and sustainable tax systems on environmental sustainability, digital economy and trade’, and ‘Strengthening tax systems to combat Illicit Financial Flows in Nigeria for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria’.

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Submission Guidelines

  • Essay Length: Essays should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words.
  • Language: Submissions should be in English.
  • Format: Essays must be typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF.
  • Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. Do not use AI.
  • Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 1 October 2024.
  • Submission: Essays should be submitted electronically via https://tinyurl.com/Tax4SDGs.

Awards and Recognition

  • First Prize: NGN 1,000,000 and a certificate of recognition.
  • Second Prize: NGN 750,000 and a certificate of recognition.
  • Third Prize: NGN 500,000 and a certificate of recognition.
  • Launch Date: 28 August 2024
  • Submission Deadline: 1 October 2024
  • Winners Announcement: 29 October 2024
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There will be consolation prizes for other top entries.

Timeline

  • Launch Date: 28 August 2024
  • Submission Deadline: 1 October 2024
  • Winners Announcement: 29 October 2024
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