Win Over ₦1 Million – Nursing Research Challenge & Summit 2026 Now Open
FNA News, June 23rd 2026.
Final-year nursing students across Nigeria have been invited to compete for more than ₦1 million in cash prizes at the 2026 Undergraduate Nursing Research Challenge and Summit.
The event, organised by the Golden Lamp Leadership Initiative Africa (GLLIA), will take place at the University of Ibadan from 26 to 31 October 2026. It offers participants the chance to win a top cash prize of over ₦1 million, along with the LAMP National Award and recognition for the best student, best school, and best project supervisor.
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Registration is free and remains open until 30 June 2026.
Building on previous success
GLLIA has a proven track record of recognising outstanding student research. At its 2025 Undergraduate Nursing Research Summit held in Lagos, final-year students from universities in the South West and South East presented innovative projects under the theme “From Basics to Cutting Edge: Advancing Nursing Through Research.”
Top honours went to Victor Saliu of Redeemer’s University, who won first place and ₦2 million. His colleague, Uba Paul, also from Redeemer’s University, secured third place with ₦250,000. The university’s Department of Nursing Science received a ₦1 million departmental award for its overall contribution.
The 2026 edition, hosted at the University of Ibadan, is expected to build on this success with even greater participation and higher research standards.
About the organiser
GLLIA is a non-profit organisation founded in 2023 by Mrs Oluyemisi Otitoloju, a research nurse and public health specialist. The initiative focuses on developing nursing leadership and research capacity across Africa through mentorship, training, and platforms that reward academic excellence.
How to take part
Students can enter in two categories:
- Individual category: Final-year students submit their dissertation with a supporting letter from their Head of Department.
- School category: Institutions must submit a minimum of 10 entries through their Head of Department.
All entries must be made through the official website: goldenlampleadershipinitiativeafrica.org.
If you are passionate about leadership, community impact, and shaping Africa’s future, we encourage you to apply.
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Golden Lamp Leadership Initiative Africa Application Portal
Why the initiative matters
Strong nursing research is essential for improving patient care and shaping health policy in Nigeria and across Africa. Yet many final-year projects never progress beyond academic submission.
By offering significant financial rewards and national exposure, GLLIA, under the leadership of its founder Mrs Oluyemisi Otitoloju, is encouraging students to produce high-quality, evidence-based work that can influence real-world healthcare outcomes.
Next steps for students
Heads of Department and final-year students are encouraged to begin the registration process immediately, as the deadline is approaching.
For full details and to register, visit:
Golden Lamp Leadership Initiative Africa Application Portal
Enquiries can also be made by calling:
Yemisi on 0705 567 2358 or Cornelius on 0806 580 4584.
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