Urine-powered generator: Four Nigerian teenage girls move to solve Nigerian fuel crisis with superlative invention The current fuel crisis bedeviling Nigeria could become history if government at all levels and public spirited individuals adopt and improve upon the superlative invention by four Nigerian teenage girl. The invention, a urine-powered generator, has the capacity to use a litre of urine to produce six hours of electricity. The four teenage girls, Duro-Aina Adebola, Akindele Abiola, Faleke Oluwatoyin, and Bello Eniola displayed the invention at the yearly Maker Faire Africa, held in Lagos, Nigeria. While the concept of using pee as fuel was not new, the four girls devised a workable method that many homes could use. According to a…
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Kingsley Akpan Unity Cup kicks off in Ikono An Easter Football Tournament has been kicked off in Ikono by the Transition Committee Chairman of the area, Hon. Kingsley Akpan, with Ward 1 beating Ward IV 2-0 in the opening match, played on Sunday, 17th March, 2024. The tournament featuring 12 teams representing the political wards in Ikono is scheduled to hold between 17th and 31st March, 2024 in three centers within the local government. Performing the kick-off of the tournament christened “Hon. Kingsley Akpan Unity Cup” Sunday, the Ikono Local Government helmsman, said the tournament was aimed at building bridge…
Aigboje: The return of Aig-Imoukhuede By ETIM ETIM Although the appointment of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede as the Board Chairman of Access Holdings last week was a highly anticipated event, the announcement still came with elements of surprise and psychology. With the tragic death of Dr. Herbert Wigwe in February, it was clear to well-informed analysts that his friend and partner, Aigboje, would have to step in to fill the void. ‘’I am not surprised at the appointment. From the perspectives of the sudden and painful death of Herbert, it was clear that the institution would require a leader of immense status…
100 Days in Office: X-raying Hon Inibehe Umah’s superlative performance in Ini A peep into Hon Inibehe Umah’s 100 days in office… In the annals of governance, the first 100 days in office often serve as a litmus test for leaders, a period marked by promises made tangible, aspirations turned into action, and a glimpse into the trajectory of leadership. It is within this crucible of time that the true essence of a leader’s vision, commitment, and capability is laid bare. In the case of Hon. Inibehe Umah, the Transition Committee Chairman of Ini Local Government Area, these initial days…
Onofiok Luke is exemplar of what our youths who believe and are willing to Arise and beat the odds – Governor Umo Eno …The governor therefore urges Akwa Ibom youths to emulate the ex- lawmaker Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has urged youths of the State to emulate Barr. Onofiok Luke, describing his life as that of restatement to resilience, grace, grit and pursuit of excellence. The Governor made the remark in a birthday wish to the immediate past House of Representatives Member for Etinan/Nsit Ubium/ Nsit Ibom Federal Constituency stated that Luke, describing him as “embodiment and…
President Bola Tinubu to governors: Time to set politics aside and face governance President Bola Tinubu has called on state governors to set aside political differences and collaborate with the federal government to build the nation. The President urged state governors to prioritize governance over politics, emphasizing unity and cooperation. He highlighted the importance of Ramadan and Lent for reflection and charity, expressing optimism about the nation’s future. Speaking during the breaking of Ramadan fast with governors at the State House in Abuja, on Thursday, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the importance of transitioning from politics to governance, noting the need…
President Tinubu is committed to diversify economy through industrial sector – Minister Doris Uzoka-Anite …as NPPAN President reiterates commitment to produce 50,000 millionaires in each state …Set to domesticate millionaires club in rural communities The Honorable Minister, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka -Anite has said that the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is resolute and committed to leveraging industrial sector to diversify the economy particularly sectors that Nigeria has comparative and competitive advantages like in Oil Palm Sector. Addressing participants yesterday during a One Day Interactive Meeting to Harvest the Inputs of Stakeholders in…
Healthcare Financing in Nigeria: Reps Tasks FMH, Others on PPP Framework Policy By Paul Effiong The House of Representatives has mandated the Federal Ministry of Health and it Committee on Healthcare Services to come up with a vibrant policy framework that will provide for the utilization of Public Private Partnerships, PPP, in healthcare financing in Nigeria. The House also mandated it Committee on Legislative Compliance to ensure strict compliance and report back within four weeks for further legislative action. This followed an adoption of a motion moved during plenary by Hon Chidi Mark Obetta. The motion entitled: “The Need to…
Reps Probes Delay in Completion of Calabar-Itu-Ikot Ekpene Road in Akwa Ibom State By Paul Effiong, Abuja The House of Representatives has Mandated it Committee on Works to immediately investigate and identify reasons for the delay in completing Calabar-Itu-Ikot Ekpene Road rehabilitation. The Lawmakers at the Green Chamber also mandated it Committee on Legislative Compliance to ensure strict compliance of the resolution. This follows the adoption of a motion moved during plenary on Thursday, 14th March, 2024 by Hon Ime Okon, Hon Martins Esin along with other eight lawmakers from Akwa Ibom State. In his lead debate while moving the…
Institute of Corporate Leadership and Mentorship unveils Corporate Headquarters in Uyo -Holds Leaders Refreshers programme By Our Reporter The formal unveiling of the Corporate Headquarters of an Akwa Ibom State based professional body, Institute of Corporate Leadership and Mentorship has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2024 by 10am prompt. In a chat with newsmen, the National President/Director General of the Institute, Apostle Emmanuel Eduongo, disclosed that the epochal event shall also feature the 2024 First Quarter Leaders’ Refresher Programme with the theme, “The Dynamics of innovative and strategic Leadership.” The double-barreled event, which holds at the Mini Conference Hall…