The 2025 EU Short Film Competition is seeking entries on the theme “Being A Nigerian Youth.” Films should be between 1 and 3 minutes long and focus on storytelling for life and the creative journeys of Nigerian youth in contemporary society.
Read More:
- One Youth Young Leaders Scholarship 2025 by One Youth Global for Undergraduates (Up to ₦1 million in Prize)
- The University of East Anglia Fully Funded David Sainsbury Scholarship 2026
- Fully Funded Pierre Elliott Trudeau Scholarship 2026 in Canada (Up to $70,000 annually for three years)
- The African Masterclass Series (AMS) 5.0 for Innovators and Entrepreneurs: Apply Now
- SAIS Investment Readiness Programme 2026 For African Tech Start-ups in Agriculture
When is the deadline for applications?
November 10, 2025.
Describe the award to me:
The European Union Short Film Competition 2025, hosted in partnership with the Zuma International Film Festival, invites Nigerian youth to create 1–3 minute short films on the theme “Being a Nigerian Youth.” The competition provides a platform for young storytellers to creatively express the realities, aspirations, struggles, resilience, and triumphs of Nigerian youth.
Which fields qualify?
Filmmaking – narrative, documentary, or experimental short films.
The type:
Short film competition (creative storytelling).
Who is eligible to apply?
- Nigerian youth aged 20–35 years.
- Applicants must submit original works.
- Films must not exceed 3 minutes in length.
How Do They Choose Applicants?
Submissions are judged based on originality, creativity, authenticity, connection to the theme, and storytelling quality.
Which nations are qualified?
Nigeria only.
Where will the prize be accepted?
Winners will be recognized at the Zuma International Film Festival, Abuja (December 3, 2025).
How Many Honors?
Three major prizes:
- Winner: ₦1.5 million
- 1st Runner-Up: ₦750,000
- 2nd Runner-Up: ₦500,000
What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
- Cash prizes up to ₦2 million.
- Visibility and recognition at a top Nigerian film festival.
- Networking opportunities with industry stakeholders.
- A platform to showcase creativity and amplify youth voices.
What’s the Duration of the Award?
One-time competition – entries close November 10, 2025; winners announced December 3, 2025.
How do I Apply?
Applicants must submit their short films online via the official competition portal before the deadline.
🔗 [Click Here to Apply – EU Short Film Competition 2025]
Discover more from Examsabi
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
