

Law students in Nigeria now have the opportunity to showcase their legal research and writing skills in the 2025 Adeola Oyinlade & Co National Essay Competition. This annual contest challenges participants to critically analyse taxation and development in Nigeria, focusing on the gap between policy formulation and practical execution.
Competition Topic
Taxation and Development in Nigeria: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Implementation
As Nigeria undergoes tax policy reforms, this competition encourages law students to examine the effectiveness of tax laws in fostering national development. Participants should explore whether these policies align with real-world implementation, identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
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Open to undergraduate law students from 100 to 500 levels enrolled in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
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Not open to law graduates or students currently in the Nigerian Law School.
Submission Guidelines
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Each essay must be independently written; co-authored papers will not be accepted.
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Submissions must be original. Plagiarism results in immediate disqualification.
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Each student may submit only one essay.
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Word limit: 1,500 words (excluding footnotes). No images or graphical content.
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Formatting requirements:
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Language: English
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File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
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Font: Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced, justified alignment
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Referencing style: OSCOLA
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Submissions should exclude school names and personal details, except for the entrant’s full name.
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Essays must be sent to admin@adeolaoyinlade.com with the subject line: The 2025 Adeola Oyinlade & Co National Essay Competition for Law Students in All Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria.
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Winners will be announced on Adeola Oyinlade & Co’s official LinkedIn page.
Submission Deadline
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All entries must be submitted by 12 midnight on 21 February 2025.
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Late submissions will not be considered.
Evaluation Criteria
Essays will be judged based on:
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Originality
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Clarity and coherence of arguments
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Depth of analysis
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Relevance to the competition topic
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Grammar, spelling, and writing style
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Strict adherence to submission guidelines
Prizes for Winners
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First Place: N300,000 + Internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co + Essay publication on Mondaq
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Second Place: N200,000 + Internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co
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Third Place: N100,000 + Internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co
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4th to 10th Place: N50,000 each + Internship at Adeola Oyinlade & Co
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Certificates: All qualifying participants will receive certificates of participation.
Judging Panel
Essays will be reviewed by a distinguished panel of legal experts, including:
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Dr. Babatunde Ajibade, SAN, FCIArb – Managing Partner, S. P. A. Ajibade & Co
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Professor Balarabe A. Haruna – Faculty of Law, Bayero University Kano
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Associate Professor Akinola Akintayo – University of Lagos
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Dr. Taiwo Omidoyin – Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association, Ado-Ekiti Branch
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Ms. Osai Ojigho – Director of Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns, Christian Aid
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Ms. Adaeze Akuegbu – Assistant Manager, Deloitte and Touche
Conclusion
The selection process is strictly based on merit. No external factors, such as social media voting or popularity contests, will influence the final decision.
Contact for Enquiries
For further details, interested applicants can contact Busola Ogundele at 0814 198 3314 or send an email to admin@adeolaoyinlade.com.
For additional information, visit the official competition page.