Voices from the Frontline: Top Essays on Surviving Campus Economic Challenges

 Title: Meet the Minds Behind the Magic — Winners of Our Essay Competition!

The wait is over—and we’re still reeling from the brilliance! After sifting through pages of passion, thought-provoking arguments, and bold creativity, the Editorial Board is proud (and honestly a little blown away) to unveil the winners of our essay writing competition. These top three entries didn’t just tick boxes—they lit up our screens.

This year’s topic? “Cost of Living on Campus: Coping Strategies of Students in the Face of Economic Hardship.” A timely and deeply personal theme—and each writer brought something unique to the table.

And hey, thank God exams are behind us now—so you finally have time to kick back and read what our winners poured their hearts into. Trust us, it’s worth every second.

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🥇 1st Place: Akinbowale Olanrewaju Akinola, DVM 5

What. A. Ride. Olanrewaju’s essay had our judges hooked from the very first line. It was powerful, persuasive, and impossible to ignore. The kind of piece you pause after reading—just to let it sink in.

Judges' Take: “This essay had a voice—confident, clear, and daring. It didn’t just argue; it connected.”

👉 [Click here to read the essay]

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🥈 1st Runner-Up: Adeyeye-Kayode Tolulope Joyce, DVM 4

Sharp, articulate, and deeply insightful, Joyce’s piece didn’t just enter the chat—it owned it. She took a familiar struggle and gave it emotional depth and clarity, with prose that made us feel every word.

Judges' Take: “There was elegance in the flow, and the argument was built like a well-laid brick road—solid and satisfying.”

👉 [Click here to read the essay]

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🥉 2nd Runner-Up: Lawal Peter Adeola, DVM 2

Fresh voice? Check. Bold perspective? Double check. Peter’s entry brought something different to the table—something we didn’t know we needed until we read it.

Judges' Take: “Unconventional and brave—this writer took a risk, and it paid off.”

👉 [Click here to read the essay]

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Final Note

To everyone who poured their hearts and minds into this competition—thank you. Whether or not your name is listed above, you made this competition unforgettable. The talent we witnessed was phenomenal, and this is just the beginning. More contests, more stories, more chances to shine—stay with us.

From: The Phoenix Team.