Apply Now: Mgbidi Youth Academic Challenge (MYAC) 2025
Purpose & Scope
The Mgbidi Youth Academic Challenge (MYAC) is a premier competition crafted to ignite academic excellence among post‑secondary students and undergraduates. Participants will deepen their expertise across five critical domains, building skills that pave the way for leadership and impact.
Areas of Focus
Mgbidi Affairs
Explore the history, culture, and governance of the Mgbidi Ancient Kingdom, understanding local context to drive community‑centric leadership.
Current Affairs
Stay informed on national and global developments via analyzing trends to become proactive, responsible citizens and changemakers.
General Science
Delve into the fundamentals of biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science -building a foundation for innovation and inquiry.
Logic & Reasoning
Sharpen critical‑thinking skills through puzzles, case studies, and problem‑solving challenges, preparing you for complex academic and real‑world scenarios.
Government & Civics
Understand the structure, functions, and responsibilities of government at all levels, this will empower you to engage in democratic processes effectively.
2. Eligibility
- Open exclusively to undergraduates or post‑secondary students enrolled in any NUC‑accredited/recognized institution.
- No age limit, but proof of current student status is REQUIRED (valid student ID, admission letter, portal credentials, course registration form, or recent result) and Local Government Identification Letter.
3. Structure & Format -Two Stages
- Stage One -Preliminary (Online)
- Stage Two -Preliminary (Physical)
- Final
- The top ten preliminary qualifiers face off across all five subject areas.
Finals & Award Ceremony: December 2025 (exact date TBA)
4. Important Dates
| MILESTONE | DATE | FEE |
|---|---|---|
| Application Opens | July 28, 2025 | FREE |
| Registration Deadline | September 5, 2025 | — |
| Shortlist Announcement | October 10, 2025 | — |
| Stage 1: Preliminary Round (Online) | Oct. 20–26, 2025 | — |
| Stage 2: Preliminary Round (Physical), Finals & Awards Ceremony | Dec. 2025 (TBA) | — |
5. Awards & Prizes
- All preliminary (physical) participants receive certificates of recognition.
- Special awards for finalists (positions 4th-10th).
- Grand prizes for the top three (1st, 2nd & 3rd) -cash awards and other gifts as determined by the MEF Board.
- Separate primary & secondary school tracks will run in parallel, honouring top performers in each category.
6. Student Engagement & Incentives
- Year‑round enrichment: seminars, trainings, inter‑school quizzes, impromptu tests.
- Incentive packages include state‑approved textbook sets.
- Undergraduates who got FREE JAMB Forms via this program automatically qualify for the next MYAC upon admission.
How to Apply
- Prepare your documents
- Scanned student ID, or portal screenshot, or any school-related material that shows you are a student.
- Recent academic result (PDF or clear photo)
- 150‑word personal statement on “Why I Want to Compete in MYAC 2025”
- Photograph
- Local Government Identification Letter
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Complete the Online Form
Click below to open the MYAC 2025 application (≈10 min to complete)
Apply for MYAC 2025 -
Upload & Submit
Attach your student ID, photograph, result, Local Government Identification Letter and personal statement before submitting.
Contact & Support
- No Registration Fee; voluntary donations welcome to sustain and expand the challenge. Mgbidi Education Fund (1228986198) Zenith Bank.
- For questions, reach us at:
+44 7724 679 707 (WhatsApp chat only)
mgbidiyouthacademicchallenge@gmail.com
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