Francis Ibhawoh Foundation

As we mark International Women’s Day 2024, here’s to a world where women can live authentically, pursue their passions and thrive in all aspects of their lives, unapologetically and without constraints.Happy Women’s Day!.

May the melody and spirit of the season fill your homes with love and peace. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2024!

-From all of us at the IBHAWOH FOUNDATION

..more photos from our 2023 Award Presentation Ceremony.

Photos from our 2023 Award Presentation Ceremony. Congratulations again to all our winners.

Go on and make us proud!

📚Celebrating Brilliance! 🏆 Introducing the stars of our 2023 Essay Competition! 🌟

These talented minds have captivated us with their words, bringing forth unique perspectives and insightful narratives. Join us in applauding these exceptional Essay winners!
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🏆📚 We are thrilled to announce the 2023 Winners of our 9th Annual Francis Ibhawoh Essay Competition for undergraduates! 🎉🥇
Congratulations to all the talented participants who poured their hearts and minds into crafting thought-provoking essays. Your dedication and passion for learning have truly impressed us. 🌟
Here are the winners of our 2023 Essay Competition:
• Ofure Efe-Umaigba - 200 level, Medicine & Surgery, University of Benin
• Emmanuel Nekpenekpen - 200 level, Law, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
• Great Erhazele - 500 level, Med. & Surgery, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
• Precious Eghomwanre - 200 level, Int'l Studies & Dip., University of Benin
The selection and judging process was intense, as each essay demonstrated remarkable insights and creativity. Our esteemed Screening Committee had the difficult task of selecting the best among the best. We are grateful for their expertise and commitment to this competition.
To everyone who participated, your contributions have made this year's essay contest exceptional. Your words have the power to inspire and ignite change, and we are immensely proud of all of you. 🌍📝 We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our friends and supporters, your belief in the power of education and critical thinking is invaluable. 🙏💙
Once again, congratulations to all participants and the winners! We look forward to hosting you and presenting you with your award and cash prizes very soon.
🎉📚 Keep writing, keep exploring ideas, and keep making a positive impact on the world through your words. We look forward to more incredible submissions in the years to come.

Introducing the 9th Edition of the Francis Ibhawoh Undergraduate Essay Competition! 🖊️

Dear friends and fellow enthusiasts of academic excellence,

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the highly anticipated 9th Edition of the Francis Ibhawoh Undergraduate Essay Competition! 🎉

This annual competition, organized by the Francis Ibhawoh Foundation, aims to engage undergraduate students in thoughtful conversations. This year, we will be discussing the persistent issue of incessant strikes in Nigerian public tertiary institutions and exploring potential solutions.

The topic for 2023 Essay Competition is "Incessant Strikes in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions and How to Address Them." We recognize the significant impact that strikes have on the academic progress and overall development of our nation's youth. We believe it is crucial to address this issue and generate innovative ideas to ensure a stable and conducive learning environment for students.

We invite undergraduate students from all disciplines in tertiary institutions in Edo State to participate in this competition, as we firmly believe that diverse perspectives contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the challenges at hand. We encourage you to analyze the causes, consequences, and implications of strikes in Nigerian public tertiary institutions, and propose effective strategies to address this issue sustainably.

By participating in this competition, you will not only have the opportunity to voice your opinions and insights but also stand a chance to win a cash award of N100,000.00, a certificate of achievement, and invaluable networking opportunities with renowned scholars, education experts, and professionals in various fields of endeavor.

The Francis Ibhawoh Foundation is committed to promoting education, fostering dialogue, and seeking solutions to societal challenges. Through this essay competition, we aim to inspire young minds, encourage critical thinking, and ultimately contribute to the development of sustainable resolutions for the issue of incessant strikes in Nigerian public tertiary institutions.

To learn more about the competition guidelines, submission requirements, and key dates, please visit our website www.ibhawohfoundation.com or follow our social media pages.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your friends, colleagues, and fellow students, as their contributions will be invaluable in finding a way forward.

Together, let us engage in meaningful discussions, pool our ideas, and work towards creating a higher education system in Nigeria that fosters stability, productivity, and excellence.

Join us in the pursuit of positive change and let your voice be heard!

“No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprived itself of the contributions of half of it’s citizens.”

- Michelle Obama.

Happy International Women’s Day 2023!

On this International Day of Education 2023, we lend our voice to this year’s theme which is; “To invest in people, prioritize education”.

“Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.” – Kofi Annan

Always remember that you have within you the strength, patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, and to change the world one day at a time.
- Harriet Tubman.

Merry Christmas to you and yours.

Happy to have been part of the Ambassador Walter Carrington Annual Symposium 2022 which focused on Youth Engagement for National Development.

It is You who inspired Me to question, wonder and to think critically.

Thanks for everything you did for Us!

Happy Teacher’s Day!!!