HISTORY
Young Historian
Competition
Reviving Nigerian history to inspire a new generation of active citizens. We aim to foster nationalism through the deep exploration of our African roots.
Joined by 50+
History Experts
Timeline
2021 — 2023
Grand Prize
₦500,000
Our Vision
More Than Just A
Competition.
The Young Historian Competition (YHC) is a transformative movement. It serves as an opportunity for young people to lend their voices and ideas to movements that facilitate the spirit of nationalism in the hearts of every Nigerian.
Promote African History
Reviving interest in our rich heritage among university students across Nigeria.
Inspire Nationalism
Fostering a sense of pride and active citizenship through historical knowledge.
Skill Development
Providing foundational skills in research, project design, and critical analysis.
Mission Focus
Competition Objectives.
Provide a platform for young people to understand Nigeria and African history through healthy rivalry.
To create a sense of belonging for every young citizen.
Create a spirit of nationalism amongst students by revealing the struggles and progress of the country.
Develop an advocacy tool to enhance the promotion of African history across all levels of institutions.
Take a look back at all the exciting memories
Maiden Edition
Completed.
Keeper of
African History
YHC.
The Young Historian Competition is an idea to promote Nigerian history amongst young Nigerians, specifically students studying in Nigeria Universities, to create a path of history awareness with a burning desire to uphold our values.
Who is an ideal partner?
Call For Partners.
An ideal partner for the Young Historian Competition would be any business that aims to showcase its brands or new services to the Nigerian student market and young people who use YouTube.
By partnering with YHC, businesses gain exposure to a highly engaged audience, providing a platform to reach potential customers and build brand awareness among young individuals interested in history and learning.
Student
Demographic
National
Exposure
The Journey
CompetitionStages
10 Stages
Call for Application
Young Historian Competition
Selection & Interview
Shortlisting Stage
Onboarding & Virtual Training
Orientation Phase
Intra-regional Stage
Regional Qualifiers
Inter-regional Stage
Cross-regional Clash
Physical Workshop
Hands-on Learning
Quarter-final Stage
Top Contenders
Semi-final Stage
Elite Eight
Grand Finale
The Ultimate Showdown
Awards & Celebration
Honouring Excellence
Each stage is designed to challenge, refine, and celebrate young historians.
PRE-YHC
YC4PD
The Youth Council for Programme Design is a platform for youths and young adults to co-design a youth-focused programme with the Restored Heart Foundation. Joining the YC4PD will give you foundational skills in project design and basic monitoring and evaluation skills.
It will serve as an opportunity for young people to lend their voices and ideas to transformation movements that would help facilitate the spirit of nationalism in the hearts of every Nigerian.
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Council
Members
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