The Abia State chapter of the Labour Party has launched a statewide essay competition for students in secondary and tertiary institutions, offering cash prizes totalling ₦2.8 million.
The initiative aims to promote youth participation in governance and public policy, while encouraging young Abians to contribute ideas toward the state’s development.
Unveiling the competition at the party’s secretariat in Umuahia on Thursday, the state secretary of the Labour Party, Barr. Chuks Akamadu, described it as the first of its kind by the Abia LP chapter.
He said the exercise aligns with the party’s commitment to civic education, democratic values, equal opportunity, and responsible political participation.
“The exercise seeks to stimulate intellectual engagement among young Abians while generating practical ideas and policy recommendations that could contribute to governance and development,” Akamadu stated.
He added that the Labour Party, being alive to its responsibilities in a democratic society, is committed to educating citizens and fostering greater youth involvement
