Nigeria grabs excellence award at US Science, Engineering show
Nigeria’s representatives at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held in Phoenix, US last week clinched the United Technology Company (UTC) Award for Excellence in Science and Engineering. The duo of Duro-Aina Adebola and Zainab Bello from Doregos Private Academy Iyana Ipaja, Lagos invented a urine-powered generator to win the award and prize money of US$3000 in scholarship. The award-winning invention seeks to provide affordable and sustainable energy sources as a solution to the epileptic power supply in developing countries without the attendant consequences caused by carbon monoxide poisoning. According to the students’ teacher who supervised the invention and accompanied them on the trip, Mr Oluseyi Lawal, “the project works on the principle of electrolysis and energy conversion. It works like the conventional generator; the direct current output of the generator is connected to the urine electrolytic cell to ensure continuous production of the hydrogen-oxygen which ensures the continuous running of the engine”. Lawal added that, “the generator is environmental friendly. The exhaust gas produced from the generator is water vapour, which is non-toxic, compared to carbon monoxide of conventional carbon based fuels. I commend the students for their ingenuity, innovation and creativity.” Speaking on the need to drive and encourage innovation among youth, Corporate Affairs Manager, Intel Corporation, Mr. Osagie Ogunbor stressed that Intel was committed to encouraging interests in Science and Technology especially among the youths. -
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Nigeria grabs excellence award at US Science, Engineering show
By Prince Osuagwu
Nigeria’s representatives at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held in Phoenix, US last week clinched the United Technology Company (UTC) Award for Excellence in Science and Engineering. The duo of Duro-Aina Adebola and Zainab Bello from Doregos Private Academy Iyana Ipaja, Lagos invented a urine-powered generator to win the award and prize money of US$3000 in scholarship.
The award-winning invention seeks to provide affordable and sustainable energy sources as a solution to the epileptic power supply in developing countries without the attendant consequences caused by carbon monoxide poisoning.
According to the students’ teacher who supervised the invention and accompanied them on the trip, Mr Oluseyi Lawal, “the project works on the principle of electrolysis and energy conversion. It works like the conventional generator; the direct current output of the generator is connected to the urine electrolytic cell to ensure continuous production of the hydrogen-oxygen which ensures the continuous running of the engine”.
Lawal added that, “the generator is environmental friendly. The exhaust gas produced from the generator is water vapour, which is non-toxic, compared to carbon monoxide of conventional carbon based fuels. I commend the students for their ingenuity, innovation and creativity.”
Speaking on the need to drive and encourage innovation among youth, Corporate Affairs Manager, Intel Corporation, Mr. Osagie Ogunbor stressed that Intel was committed to encouraging interests in Science and Technology especially among the youths.
Nigeria’s representatives at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held in Phoenix, US last week clinched the United Technology Company (UTC) Award for Excellence in Science and Engineering. The duo of Duro-Aina Adebola and Zainab Bello from Doregos Private Academy Iyana Ipaja, Lagos invented a urine-powered generator to win the award and prize money of US$3000 in scholarship.
The award-winning invention seeks to provide affordable and sustainable energy sources as a solution to the epileptic power supply in developing countries without the attendant consequences caused by carbon monoxide poisoning.
According to the students’ teacher who supervised the invention and accompanied them on the trip, Mr Oluseyi Lawal, “the project works on the principle of electrolysis and energy conversion. It works like the conventional generator; the direct current output of the generator is connected to the urine electrolytic cell to ensure continuous production of the hydrogen-oxygen which ensures the continuous running of the engine”.
Lawal added that, “the generator is environmental friendly. The exhaust gas produced from the generator is water vapour, which is non-toxic, compared to carbon monoxide of conventional carbon based fuels. I commend the students for their ingenuity, innovation and creativity.”
Speaking on the need to drive and encourage innovation among youth, Corporate Affairs Manager, Intel Corporation, Mr. Osagie Ogunbor stressed that Intel was committed to encouraging interests in Science and Technology especially among the youths.
CPN accredits 10 varsities, 22 polytechnics
By Emeka Aginam
Registrar of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria, (CPN) Mohammed Sikiru Shehu has disclosed that the regulatory agency as part of its mandate has accredited no fewer than 10 universities across the country and 22 Polytechnics respectively this year.
Shehu who disclosed this last week at a press conference to announce the 2013 IT Assembly and 2013 Annual General Meeting of the council which opens today in Abuja said that more schools will be accredited to ensure that the country has standard education based on global best practice.
The Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), according to him is a body corporate with perpetual succession and common seal, a legal entity charged with the control and supervision of the computing profession in the country
As the regulatory authority in IT education and practice in Nigeria, the over-arching theme of council’s mandate , he said is to provide a regulated and standard-driven environment for IT education and practice in Nigeria such that socio-economic development is engendered.
Speaking on the IT Assembly, he said that stakeholders at the event with the theme , ‘Information Technology for Wealth Creation’ during plenary session will discuss opportunities in IT for entrepreneurship and wealth creation, cloud computing, a definition, challenges and opportunities.
During the interactive session, he said that education, capacity building and job creation: IT innovations in Nigeria Tertiary institutions among others will be discussed.
“This IT assembly is IT for job creation. It is focusing on an issue which is not only germane to national security but that also continue to stare us in the face. That is the issue of job creation in Nigeria. Efforts are being made by government at various levels to provide employment for the unemployed youths whose population is growing geometrically over the years.
“However, we want the efforts to be complemented with the dedication of this year’s assembly to fashioning out ways in which IT could be harnessed to tackle unemployment through wealth creation” he explained.
For the Registrar, IT for job creation has not been properly explored as educated youths roam about the street in search of jobs.
He said that Council decided to dedicate this year IT Assembly to the exploration of the huge potentials in IT in creating wealth and nurturing the spirit of entrepreneurship in our youths.
In its quest to ensure that the profession and its practitioners are strategically-positioned to add value to society, Council has made significant progress in issues such as:
*The establishment of a standard framework for qualitative IT education in Nigeria in collaboration with stakeholders in the education sector through the instrumentality of the National Information Technology Education Framework (NITEF)
*Joining forces with the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) in ensuring that sub-standards computer products are not imported into the country
*The establishment of the Computer Professionals Examination (CPE) that provides IT skills and knowledge that enhance IT capacity of public servants among others.
Registrar of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria, (CPN) Mohammed Sikiru Shehu has disclosed that the regulatory agency as part of its mandate has accredited no fewer than 10 universities across the country and 22 Polytechnics respectively this year.
Shehu who disclosed this last week at a press conference to announce the 2013 IT Assembly and 2013 Annual General Meeting of the council which opens today in Abuja said that more schools will be accredited to ensure that the country has standard education based on global best practice.
The Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), according to him is a body corporate with perpetual succession and common seal, a legal entity charged with the control and supervision of the computing profession in the country
As the regulatory authority in IT education and practice in Nigeria, the over-arching theme of council’s mandate , he said is to provide a regulated and standard-driven environment for IT education and practice in Nigeria such that socio-economic development is engendered.
Speaking on the IT Assembly, he said that stakeholders at the event with the theme , ‘Information Technology for Wealth Creation’ during plenary session will discuss opportunities in IT for entrepreneurship and wealth creation, cloud computing, a definition, challenges and opportunities.
During the interactive session, he said that education, capacity building and job creation: IT innovations in Nigeria Tertiary institutions among others will be discussed.
“This IT assembly is IT for job creation. It is focusing on an issue which is not only germane to national security but that also continue to stare us in the face. That is the issue of job creation in Nigeria. Efforts are being made by government at various levels to provide employment for the unemployed youths whose population is growing geometrically over the years.
“However, we want the efforts to be complemented with the dedication of this year’s assembly to fashioning out ways in which IT could be harnessed to tackle unemployment through wealth creation” he explained.
For the Registrar, IT for job creation has not been properly explored as educated youths roam about the street in search of jobs.
He said that Council decided to dedicate this year IT Assembly to the exploration of the huge potentials in IT in creating wealth and nurturing the spirit of entrepreneurship in our youths.
In its quest to ensure that the profession and its practitioners are strategically-positioned to add value to society, Council has made significant progress in issues such as:
*The establishment of a standard framework for qualitative IT education in Nigeria in collaboration with stakeholders in the education sector through the instrumentality of the National Information Technology Education Framework (NITEF)
*Joining forces with the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) in ensuring that sub-standards computer products are not imported into the country
*The establishment of the Computer Professionals Examination (CPE) that provides IT skills and knowledge that enhance IT capacity of public servants among others.
CPN accredits 10 varsities, 22 polytechnics
By Emeka Aginam
Registrar of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria, (CPN) Mohammed Sikiru Shehu has disclosed that the regulatory agency as part of its mandate has accredited no fewer than 10 universities across the country and 22 Polytechnics respectively this year.
Shehu who disclosed this last week at a press conference to announce the 2013 IT Assembly and 2013 Annual General Meeting of the council which opens today in Abuja said that more schools will be accredited to ensure that the country has standard education based on global best practice.
The Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), according to him is a body corporate with perpetual succession and common seal, a legal entity charged with the control and supervision of the computing profession in the country
As the regulatory authority in IT education and practice in Nigeria, the over-arching theme of council’s mandate , he said is to provide a regulated and standard-driven environment for IT education and practice in Nigeria such that socio-economic development is engendered.
Speaking on the IT Assembly, he said that stakeholders at the event with the theme , ‘Information Technology for Wealth Creation’ during plenary session will discuss opportunities in IT for entrepreneurship and wealth creation, cloud computing, a definition, challenges and opportunities.
During the interactive session, he said that education, capacity building and job creation: IT innovations in Nigeria Tertiary institutions among others will be discussed.
“This IT assembly is IT for job creation. It is focusing on an issue which is not only germane to national security but that also continue to stare us in the face. That is the issue of job creation in Nigeria. Efforts are being made by government at various levels to provide employment for the unemployed youths whose population is growing geometrically over the years.
“However, we want the efforts to be complemented with the dedication of this year’s assembly to fashioning out ways in which IT could be harnessed to tackle unemployment through wealth creation” he explained.
For the Registrar, IT for job creation has not been properly explored as educated youths roam about the street in search of jobs.
He said that Council decided to dedicate this year IT Assembly to the exploration of the huge potentials in IT in creating wealth and nurturing the spirit of entrepreneurship in our youths.
In its quest to ensure that the profession and its practitioners are strategically-positioned to add value to society, Council has made significant progress in issues such as:
*The establishment of a standard framework for qualitative IT education in Nigeria in collaboration with stakeholders in the education sector through the instrumentality of the National Information Technology Education Framework (NITEF)
*Joining forces with the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) in ensuring that sub-standards computer products are not imported into the country
*The establishment of the Computer Professionals Examination (CPE) that provides IT skills and knowledge that enhance IT capacity of public servants among others.
Registrar of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria, (CPN) Mohammed Sikiru Shehu has disclosed that the regulatory agency as part of its mandate has accredited no fewer than 10 universities across the country and 22 Polytechnics respectively this year.
Shehu who disclosed this last week at a press conference to announce the 2013 IT Assembly and 2013 Annual General Meeting of the council which opens today in Abuja said that more schools will be accredited to ensure that the country has standard education based on global best practice.
The Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), according to him is a body corporate with perpetual succession and common seal, a legal entity charged with the control and supervision of the computing profession in the country
As the regulatory authority in IT education and practice in Nigeria, the over-arching theme of council’s mandate , he said is to provide a regulated and standard-driven environment for IT education and practice in Nigeria such that socio-economic development is engendered.
Speaking on the IT Assembly, he said that stakeholders at the event with the theme , ‘Information Technology for Wealth Creation’ during plenary session will discuss opportunities in IT for entrepreneurship and wealth creation, cloud computing, a definition, challenges and opportunities.
During the interactive session, he said that education, capacity building and job creation: IT innovations in Nigeria Tertiary institutions among others will be discussed.
“This IT assembly is IT for job creation. It is focusing on an issue which is not only germane to national security but that also continue to stare us in the face. That is the issue of job creation in Nigeria. Efforts are being made by government at various levels to provide employment for the unemployed youths whose population is growing geometrically over the years.
“However, we want the efforts to be complemented with the dedication of this year’s assembly to fashioning out ways in which IT could be harnessed to tackle unemployment through wealth creation” he explained.
For the Registrar, IT for job creation has not been properly explored as educated youths roam about the street in search of jobs.
He said that Council decided to dedicate this year IT Assembly to the exploration of the huge potentials in IT in creating wealth and nurturing the spirit of entrepreneurship in our youths.
In its quest to ensure that the profession and its practitioners are strategically-positioned to add value to society, Council has made significant progress in issues such as:
*The establishment of a standard framework for qualitative IT education in Nigeria in collaboration with stakeholders in the education sector through the instrumentality of the National Information Technology Education Framework (NITEF)
*Joining forces with the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) in ensuring that sub-standards computer products are not imported into the country
*The establishment of the Computer Professionals Examination (CPE) that provides IT skills and knowledge that enhance IT capacity of public servants among others.
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