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More Than a Research Competition
A structured, multi-stage intellectual challenge designed to develop analytical thinking, research capacity, and problem-solving skills among participants.
What You Stand to Win
Beyond the prizes, you're gaining skills and connections that last a lifetime
2nd Place
₦75,000
- Cash Prize of ₦75,000
- Access to NGM Case Study and Research Team Case Study Library
- One-time session with the Grand Mentor
- Recognition at the NGM conference 5.0
- Alumni Status
1st Place
₦100,000
- Cash Prize of ₦100,000
- Access to NGM Case Study and Research Team Case Study Library
- One-time session with the Grand Mentor
- Recognition at the NGM conference 5.0
- Priority Partnership opportunities
- Alumni Status
3rd Place
₦50,000
- Cash Prize of ₦50,000
- Access to NGM Case Study and Research Team Case Study Library
- Recognition at the NGM conference 5.0
- Alumni Status
Eligibility Criteria
If you check these boxes, your application is waiting for you.
Must have a valid ticket for the NGM Conference 2026.
Open to Nigerian youths (SS3 students, graduates, professionals, and business owners).
Must register individually and be willing to work with a team member.
Interest or background in business, research, strategy, and case study analysis.
Submission of original work only.
Ability to meet submission deadlines and presentation requirements.
How We Select Our Winners
A Four-Stage Process designed to find and refine the brightest analysts.
Application & Case Submission
Submit a well-structured analysis of a mini case study on a specified topic.
Quarter Finals & Bootcamp
Top 20 individuals shortlisted into 10 groups of 2. Groups analyse a Nigerian company. 7 teams advance.
Semifinals – Global Case Study
7 groups analyse an international company focusing on global strategy. 5 teams advance.
Grand Finale – Global Impact Analysis
Finalists present a comprehensive analysis of how global disruptions affect the Nigerian economy. Winners announced.
What Our Alumni Say
Hear from past participants who competed, grew, and launched their careers from the NGM Case Study Competition.
The NGM Case Study Competition completely changed how I approach business problems. Presenting to industry experts was an experience I'll never forget.
I came in knowing very little about research methodology. I left with a structured framework for analysis and a network of brilliant minds.
The mentorship I received during the competition was exceptional. My mentor pushed me to think beyond the obvious and consider systemic factors.
The NGM Case Study Competition completely changed how I approach business problems. Presenting to industry experts was an experience I'll never forget.
I came in knowing very little about research methodology. I left with a structured framework for analysis and a network of brilliant minds.
The mentorship I received during the competition was exceptional. My mentor pushed me to think beyond the obvious and consider systemic factors.
NGM gave me the platform to showcase my analytical skills to professionals who actually matter in the Nigerian business ecosystem.
The bootcamp sessions were intense but invaluable. We covered case structuring, data interpretation, and storytelling—skills I use in my job every day.
Competing at NGM opened doors I didn't even know existed. I connected with three mentors who have since offered career guidance.
NGM gave me the platform to showcase my analytical skills to professionals who actually matter in the Nigerian business ecosystem.
The bootcamp sessions were intense but invaluable. We covered case structuring, data interpretation, and storytelling—skills I use in my job every day.
Competing at NGM opened doors I didn't even know existed. I connected with three mentors who have since offered career guidance.
What surprised me most was how collaborative the environment was. Even competing against each other, we all wanted everyone to grow.
The feedback from the judges after each round was incredibly constructive. It helped me see gaps in my analysis I hadn't noticed before.
I'm a professional with 5 years of experience and I still walked away learning so much. The calibre of participants and judges is truly world-class.
What surprised me most was how collaborative the environment was. Even competing against each other, we all wanted everyone to grow.
The feedback from the judges after each round was incredibly constructive. It helped me see gaps in my analysis I hadn't noticed before.
I'm a professional with 5 years of experience and I still walked away learning so much. The calibre of participants and judges is truly world-class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Case Study Competition.
Open to Nigerian youths (SS3 students, graduates, professionals, and business owners) who have a valid ticket for the NGM Conference 2026.
No, participation is free but you must have registered for the conference before applying.
Prior experience or background in business, research, strategy, and case study analysis is helpful, but the competition is open to all who are willing to learn and put in the work.
You must register individually and be willing to work with a team member. The top 20 individuals from the first stage will be grouped into 10 groups of 2 members each.
Application opens May 1 and closes May 21. First stage submissions are due May 31. Quarter finals run in June, semi-finals in July, and the final presentation takes place on September 20.
Submissions should be well-structured analyses with high visual standards, professional formatting, and impactful charts or graphs. All claims must be backed by rigorous, accurate, and comprehensive evidence.
No, participants are generally advised to focus their efforts on one competition to ensure high-quality submissions and manage time effectively.
Your Ideas Have Come Too Far to Stop Here.
Applications close May 21, 2026. Free to enter. Built to challenge your analytical thinking.
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