May God bless Ndi Igbo,Ndi Yoruba and Ndi Hausa and the other tribes.Amen.May God bless Nairaland because I have learnt a lot here.I just registered.I am on a FACT FINDING TRIP and I hope we will not turn the thread to a bashing one.Thanks in advance.Do not mind the topic but that is according to what I have seen so far.Facts can be incriminating at times but very handy in case of argument.NBS said the economy was going down with facts and the FG is saying otherwise...hmmm.Who you and I believe? NBS OF COURSE BECAUSE THEY HAVE THE FACT.

Even if the president or anybody says otherwise,we shall not believe them.Let them come with facts.Everybody including me,believed that Igbos are the best technologically in Nigeria or even Africa because of their innovations/inventions during the civil war until we saw on the internet that this assertion is not true especially on this thread.
...https://www.nairaland.com/3314515/biafran-technology-inventions-display-umuahia/7

I eventually concluded that Yorubas are the best in SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY/ICT in Nigeria or even Africa.I may not be totally right if you can prove me wrong.By the way my mother is Yoruba and I love always to be yoruba inclined.
Pls,bring verifiable proofs with links because this is an internet age.If you don't,we do not believe you because you are lying.
Remember it is a fact finding thread and not for stupid people.
THANKS.

lol....una don start again,abi

Cosbyrich:
lol....una don start again,abi

No bashing please.God bless.Iwill bring some links and pix.Thanks once again.

Why don't we ever have threads like this saying hausa/fulanis are the best in this or that in education? Why? Yet, yorubas prefer to always deep their tongues in the arsss of these confirmed good for nothing illiterates.

Zukerberg:

No bashing please.God bless.Iwill bring some links and pix.Thanks once again.

.You should beg the Igbo mods.Nairaland is very educative but some people think it is war.I was banned in a thread of this and what I posted were cleared off.I did not insult anybody.It is all for education and fun.

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Humans of Nigeria, Special!
Creative Spotlight: Meet Nigeria’s Youngest Inventor, Timilehin Daomi | BattaBox
June 11, 2016 by Style Rave Nigeria
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“Some of the greatest inventors in the world like Thomas Edison, Benjamin Franklin, The Wright Brothers etc have helped change the world one way or the other, and we think we have found our own Nigerian scientific savior.

BattaBox presenter Odunayo meets and discusses with Nigeria’s youngest inventor Timilehin Daomi who has created a vacuum cleaner, a water fountain, a pumping machine among many other things using scrap materials like pipes, bottles cups etc.

Watch Timilehin show off his creations below.



“Before doing anything, I draw the plan,” says Timilehin

Odunayo spoke to his father who Barrister Daomi about his son’s creativity and how he discovered he had a scientist within his home.

“I wanted my children to be lawyers,” says Timilehin’s father “I discovered he started spoiling things,” he continues…

Timilehin further shows Odunayo how his inventions work, and what he used to make them.

“This is interesting, I’m really amazed,” Odunayo exclaims as Timilehin shows her all the things he’s built.

We believe Timilehin is a star waiting to shine.”

For more exclusive features on Nigerian talents, visit BattaBox and watch their youtube channel.

http://www.styleravenigeria.com/2016/06/creative-spotlight-meet-nigerias-youngest-inventor-timilehin-daomi-battabox/

Those guys are propagating at a high frequency influenced by their famous drink called kunu.

[quote author=Ritchiee post=48986359][/quote]

What were you trying to say?

Yet more than have of Nigerians working for Facebook and Google are from the old Eastern region

Biafman:
Why don't we ever have threads like this saying hausa/fulanis are the best in this or that in education? Why? Yet, yorubas prefer to always deep their tongues in the arsss of these confirmed good for nothing illiterates.

I do not know why.Maybe because they are not so good in these sectors.We can attract them when we begin to have healthy competition/comparison like this.

Biafman:
Why don't we ever have threads like this saying hausa/fulanis are the best in this or that in education? Why? Yet, yorubas prefer to always deep their tongues in the arsss of these confirmed good for nothing illiterates.

Yoruba ain't no asslicker,but igbo nd yoruba have the best brain in nigeria nd Africa,if an African is breaking academic record in abroad it's mostly Yoruba or igbo,but both tribe have pride that's why they won't work together till they drop their bride.to me Yoruba nd igbo are the final hope of Nigeria.
am Yoruba by the way nd I got nothing but love for igbo's even if we beef online

Leopardd:
Yet more than have of Nigerians working for Facebook and Google are from the old Eastern region

You could be wrong or right but don't you think a verifiable link would do the trick?Thanks.

Science and technology and yoruba is water and oil. They talk too much and lack that inbuilt raw technical ability present in races like the igbos , germans, asians or even the jews.
Yorubas are best fitted to the humanities such as law and co where they can talk themselves to stupor. Even their engineering professors are most of the time very good theorists with a lot of paper certifications.

Godemcee:
Yoruba ain't no asslicker,but igbo nd yoruba have the best brain in nigeria nd Africa,if an African is breaking academic record in abroad it's mostly Yoruba or igbo,but both tribe have pride that's why they won't work together till they drop their bride.to me Yoruba nd igbo are the final hope of Nigeria.
am Yoruba by the way nd I got nothing but love for igbo's even if we beef online

That is very good.I love Igbo people too but my mum is Yoruba and I am always Yorubaish.
This is just a healthy comparison of the two great tribes,hausas are great people too,SANNU MEGIDO MY GOOD PEOPLE.
I was arguing with a friend who might be on NL too.This is a fact finding thread.Thanks.

10 Under 30 African Inventors Set To Change The World

http://venturesafrica.com/10-under-30-african-inventors-set-to-change-the-world/


Despite political and social bottlenecks in different parts of the continent, Africa’s newest generation are breaking barriers to write their names on the sands of time not only in their country but also on the world’s timeline.
Among these exceptional people are young Africans looking inward to create specialized solutions to the unique challenges that their societies face.
While there are many more out there (and more coming up), here are ten of the young African inventors providing creative solutions to the continent’s social problems.
Evans Wadongo
Evans Wadongo, 28, Kenya

Born in the Western part of Kenya, Evans Wandogo grew up in a rural village without electricity, giving him a firsthand experience of energy poverty.
He grew up walking a long distance to buy kerosene for ‘Koroboi’, a common kerosene lamp in Kenya which often cause eye problems due to the frequent exposure of smoke from the lamp.
However at age 19 while trying his hands on a dorm experiment involving the timing of LED (light-emitting diode) Christmas lights, Evan discovered that could create an environmentally friendly source of light that will light up his community.
With the help of a crafts worker, Evans succeeded in designing a solar lantern, MwangaBora (meaning “good light’), which is made from 50 percent recycled material and now widely distributed in Kenya and Malawi.
Abdellah Chakroun
Abdellah Chakroun, 25, Morocco

Moroccan Chakroun Abdellah is perhaps the youngest and most symbolic innovator in his country.
He accomplished his first invention at the age of 18 and by the age of 25, the young innovator has made about 35 different inventions, and has obtained patent for at least two of his invention.
His invention varies from private mechanics of vehicles, military inventions and medical inventions.
Most especially, he has gained credence in the military field where he succeeded in inventing some sophisticated technology weapons.
Some of his other inventions include the Square Rotor Rotary Engine which can increase power and speed, (compared to the engines available in the market) and also reduce fuel consumption.
Chakroun has received offers worth millions of Euros from western companies but he turned down these offers, remaining true to using his invention to develop his country.
Verone Mankou
Verone Mankou, 28, Congo

Verone Mankou is the founder of VMK and the inventor of Way-C tablet, Africa’s answer to iPad. He is also the creator of the first African made mobile phone, Elikia (“Hope”).
With his invention, the Pointe-Noire born inventor has been able to provide affordable smart devices to his country and Africa) and also increase internet access in the country.
Verone hopes to compete with the multinational American and Asian tech companies like Samsung and Apple. He also hopes to train young African entrepreneurs and make his product affordable for Africans.
William Kamkwamba
William Kamkwamba, 27, Malawi

At 14 years old, Malawian innovator, William Kamkwamba built an electricity-producing windmill from spare parts and scrap parts after he dropped out of school due to poverty.
His windmill did not only provide electricity, it also provides water to his home in rural Malawi.
Since then, he has built a solar-powered water pump that supplies the first drinking water in his village and two other windmills.
William’s windmill attracted international attention and his story has been chronicled in the 2013 award-winning feature-length documentary, William and the Windmill.
He has also released an autobiography, “The boy who harnessed the wind” which was selected as a required book for all incoming students at the Auburn University.
Thato Kgatlhanye
Thato Kgatlhanye, 21, South Africa

Born in Mogwase, a small township just outside of Rustenburg, Thato is the creator of Repurpose Schoolbags, a green innovation made from recycled plastic bags.
The schoolbag integrates solar technology so that children may study for up to 12 hours. The retro-reflective material of the schoolbag also makes the children more visible and safe on their walk to school after dark.
Thato holds a degree in Brand Building & Management from The Vega School of Brand Leadership and has interned for marketing guru and American best-selling author Seth Godin.
Arthur Zang
Arthur Zang; 27; Cameroon

At the age of 24, Cameroonian engineer, Arthur Zang developed Africa’s first handheld medical computer tablet that help diagnose people with heart disease.
His patented invention Cardiopad, is a 25 centimeter touch-screen medical tablet that enables health workers to perform cardiac tests such as electrocardiograms (ECG) at far away remote areas and beyond. The reports are then be wirelessly send results to doctors via the Internet for interpretation.
Zang’s invention will help millions of people who suffer from heart related problems, most especially those in the rural areas.
Cardiopad has been validated by the Cameroonian scientific community as extremely effective and it is currently undergoing trials in a number of medical hospitals in Cameroon.
Ludwick Marishane
Ludwick Marishane; 24; South Africa

Ludwick Marishane was still in high school when he thought of ‘Dry bath’- the world’s first and only bath-substituting antibacterial and biodegradable skin gel. His invention is particularly useful for rural communities where clean water is hard to come by.
Prior to inventing Dry Bath, Ludwick invented a healthy cigarette in the 10th grade and authored mobile dictionary and magazine supplement.
Marishane’s invention won him the Global Student Entrepreneurship Award (GSEA) at the Global Entrepreneur Week (GEW) for two consecutive years (2010 and 2011).
Duro-Aina Adebola, Akindele Abiola, Faleke Oluwatoyin and Bello Eniola
Duro-Aina Adebola, Akindele Abiola, Faleke Oluwatoyin and Bello Eniola; 16, 16, 16 and 17; Nigeria

In 2012, four high school teenage students – Adebola, Abiola, Toyin and Eniola showcased a thoughtful and practical innovation that warmed the heart of Africans and the international community. This invention was a urine power generator which could provide safer, affordable and more access to electricity.
The invention which was first showcased at the Maker Faire Africa annual pan-African conference was born out of the girls’ school chemistry lab and could create 6 hours of electricity with 1 Liter of urine.
Asidu Abudu
Asidu Abudu, 28, Ghana

Self taught engineer and inventor, Asidu Abudu, has made at least 26 different inventions since he discovered his passion of invent things in sixth grade (Primary six).
Over the years, Asidu has invented numerous devices that are designed to ease people’s lives.
One of his inventions is a fufu pounding machine which could ease the lives of African women.
His other invention includes an automatic eating machine that can help the disabled, a surveillance camera that can track vehicles via mobile phone and a device that enable users to lock one’s car engine using one’s mobile phone or somebody else’s phone.
Kelvin Doe
Kelvin Doe, 18, Sierra Leone

Kelvin Doe is a Sierra Leonean self taught engineer who built his own generator and radio transmitter at the age of 13.
At 16, he was able to build a battery that will provide electricity to homes within his community where there is no constant power supply. The battery was made from acid, soda, and metal parts scavenged from trash bins.
kevin’s talent was noticed by David Monina Sengeh, who encouraged him to participate in GMin’s Innovate Salone idea competition where he emerged one of the finalists.
Kevin is today the youngest person to participate in the “Visiting Practitioner’s Program” at MIT. He has also signed a $100,000 solar project pact with Canadian High Speed Service Provider Sierra WiFi.

MEET THE BEST IN AFRICA AND PROBABLY,THE WORLD.WE HAVE 2 NIGERIANS(YORUBA) BLAZING THE TRAIL...

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/03/african-scientists-meet-15-of-africas-most-brilliant-young-scientists/


Hallowed Olaoluwa, Nigeria, Mathematical Physics, Harvard University & University of Lagos

Hallowed is the youngest person to be awarded a PhD in Mathematics in Africa. His research focuses on Functional Analysis, with a focus on Fixed Point Theory which has its applications in optimisation of allocations of resources such as network, power, workforce and Government Budget. Comprehensive optimisation schemes have tremendous impact on transportation network (traffic control, construction of routes to decongest heavy traffic), services offered by hospitals, industrial productivity and national budgets taking into account various economic, financial and social constraints.




Tolullah (Tolu) Oni, Nigeria, Urban Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, University of Cape Town, School of Public Health and Family Medicine

Tolu is working on establishing the Research Initiative for Cities Health and Equity (RICHE), an interdisciplinary research programme for urban health research in Africa. Her research investigates urbanisation and health and population health transition and aims to contribute significantly to existing knowledge on the changing patterns of disease and implications for health and wellbeing of the population in the context of urbanisation. In particular, her work explores the interaction between chronic infectious and non-infectious diseases, and the impact of the physical and socioeconomic environment on the health profile of populations living in unplanned urban settings.

Ritchiee:
MEET THE BEST IN AFRICA AND PROBABLY,THE WORLD.WE HAVE 2 NIGERIANS(YORUBA) BLAZING THE TRAIL...

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/03/african-scientists-meet-15-of-africas-most-brilliant-young-scientists/


Hallowed Olaoluwa, Nigeria, Mathematical Physics, Harvard University & University of Lagos

Hallowed is the youngest person to be awarded a PhD in Mathematics in Africa. His research focuses on Functional Analysis, with a focus on Fixed Point Theory which has its applications in optimisation of allocations of resources such as network, power, workforce and Government Budget. Comprehensive optimisation schemes have tremendous impact on transportation network (traffic control, construction of routes to decongest heavy traffic), services offered by hospitals, industrial productivity and national budgets taking into account various economic, financial and social constraints.




Tolullah (Tolu) Oni, Nigeria, Urban Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, University of Cape Town, School of Public Health and Family Medicine

Tolu is working on establishing the Research Initiative for Cities Health and Equity (RICHE), an interdisciplinary research programme for urban health research in Africa. Her research investigates urbanisation and health and population health transition and aims to contribute significantly to existing knowledge on the changing patterns of disease and implications for health and wellbeing of the population in the context of urbanisation. In particular, her work explores the interaction between chronic infectious and non-infectious diseases, and the impact of the physical and socioeconomic environment on the health profile of populations living in unplanned urban settings.

Now I say you are catching them young? pop...we don't say lol in Russia.We say pop.

AYOKUNLE ADENIRAN

I SAW THIS ON THIS THREAD https://www.nairaland.com/2674858/yorubas-cornered-nigerias-ict-sector/3

AND I THINK IT IS SOMETHING WORTH POSTING.I HOPE THE DUDE IS YORUBA.
pop...

The Nepaless Iron


Although the name may sound weird to many, make no mistake, it may just help straighten up your clothes in the absence electrical power or when you least expect it. This product is the brainchild of Ayokunle Adeniran, a mechanical design engineer based in the United States. This technologically gifted Nigerian saw a potential in a continent blighted by persistent power problems and general infrastructural deficiencies, and created a stopgap product to ameliorate the deplorable situation we find ourselves. The Nepaless Iron, also known as “Iron Rhino,” is basically a gas-powered pressing iron that works just like your normal pressing, except for the fact that it isn’t powered by electricity.



This Nepaless Iron is powered Butane, a hydrocarbon found in gaseous petroleum fractions. Butane is sold in small gas canisters, with retail price hovering around N120 per canister. This product comes in handy, especially in nation such as ours where electrical power is largely seen as a privilege by the masses

Ritchiee:

10 Under 30 African Inventors Set To Change The World

http://venturesafrica.com/10-under-30-african-inventors-set-to-change-the-world/


Despite political and social bottlenecks in different parts of the continent, Africa’s newest generation are breaking barriers to write their names on the sands of time not only in their country but also on the world’s timeline.
Among these exceptional people are young Africans looking inward to create specialized solutions to the unique challenges that their societies face.
While there are many more out there (and more coming up), here are ten of the young African inventors providing creative solutions to the continent’s social problems.
Evans Wadongo
Evans Wadongo, 28, Kenya

Born in the Western part of Kenya, Evans Wandogo grew up in a rural village without electricity, giving him a firsthand experience of energy poverty.
He grew up walking a long distance to buy kerosene for ‘Koroboi’, a common kerosene lamp in Kenya which often cause eye problems due to the frequent exposure of smoke from the lamp.
However at age 19 while trying his hands on a dorm experiment involving the timing of LED (light-emitting diode) Christmas lights, Evan discovered that could create an environmentally friendly source of light that will light up his community.
With the help of a crafts worker, Evans succeeded in designing a solar lantern, MwangaBora (meaning “good light’), which is made from 50 percent recycled material and now widely distributed in Kenya and Malawi.
Abdellah Chakroun
Abdellah Chakroun, 25, Morocco

Moroccan Chakroun Abdellah is perhaps the youngest and most symbolic innovator in his country.
He accomplished his first invention at the age of 18 and by the age of 25, the young innovator has made about 35 different inventions, and has obtained patent for at least two of his invention.
His invention varies from private mechanics of vehicles, military inventions and medical inventions.
Most especially, he has gained credence in the military field where he succeeded in inventing some sophisticated technology weapons.
Some of his other inventions include the Square Rotor Rotary Engine which can increase power and speed, (compared to the engines available in the market) and also reduce fuel consumption.
Chakroun has received offers worth millions of Euros from western companies but he turned down these offers, remaining true to using his invention to develop his country.
Verone Mankou
Verone Mankou, 28, Congo

Verone Mankou is the founder of VMK and the inventor of Way-C tablet, Africa’s answer to iPad. He is also the creator of the first African made mobile phone, Elikia (“Hope”).
With his invention, the Pointe-Noire born inventor has been able to provide affordable smart devices to his country and Africa) and also increase internet access in the country.
Verone hopes to compete with the multinational American and Asian tech companies like Samsung and Apple. He also hopes to train young African entrepreneurs and make his product affordable for Africans.
William Kamkwamba
William Kamkwamba, 27, Malawi

At 14 years old, Malawian innovator, William Kamkwamba built an electricity-producing windmill from spare parts and scrap parts after he dropped out of school due to poverty.
His windmill did not only provide electricity, it also provides water to his home in rural Malawi.
Since then, he has built a solar-powered water pump that supplies the first drinking water in his village and two other windmills.
William’s windmill attracted international attention and his story has been chronicled in the 2013 award-winning feature-length documentary, William and the Windmill.
He has also released an autobiography, “The boy who harnessed the wind” which was selected as a required book for all incoming students at the Auburn University.
Thato Kgatlhanye
Thato Kgatlhanye, 21, South Africa

Born in Mogwase, a small township just outside of Rustenburg, Thato is the creator of Repurpose Schoolbags, a green innovation made from recycled plastic bags.
The schoolbag integrates solar technology so that children may study for up to 12 hours. The retro-reflective material of the schoolbag also makes the children more visible and safe on their walk to school after dark.
Thato holds a degree in Brand Building & Management from The Vega School of Brand Leadership and has interned for marketing guru and American best-selling author Seth Godin.
Arthur Zang
Arthur Zang; 27; Cameroon

At the age of 24, Cameroonian engineer, Arthur Zang developed Africa’s first handheld medical computer tablet that help diagnose people with heart disease.
His patented invention Cardiopad, is a 25 centimeter touch-screen medical tablet that enables health workers to perform cardiac tests such as electrocardiograms (ECG) at far away remote areas and beyond. The reports are then be wirelessly send results to doctors via the Internet for interpretation.
Zang’s invention will help millions of people who suffer from heart related problems, most especially those in the rural areas.
Cardiopad has been validated by the Cameroonian scientific community as extremely effective and it is currently undergoing trials in a number of medical hospitals in Cameroon.
Ludwick Marishane
Ludwick Marishane; 24; South Africa

Ludwick Marishane was still in high school when he thought of ‘Dry bath’- the world’s first and only bath-substituting antibacterial and biodegradable skin gel. His invention is particularly useful for rural communities where clean water is hard to come by.
Prior to inventing Dry Bath, Ludwick invented a healthy cigarette in the 10th grade and authored mobile dictionary and magazine supplement.
Marishane’s invention won him the Global Student Entrepreneurship Award (GSEA) at the Global Entrepreneur Week (GEW) for two consecutive years (2010 and 2011).
Duro-Aina Adebola, Akindele Abiola, Faleke Oluwatoyin and Bello Eniola
Duro-Aina Adebola, Akindele Abiola, Faleke Oluwatoyin and Bello Eniola; 16, 16, 16 and 17; Nigeria

In 2012, four high school teenage students – Adebola, Abiola, Toyin and Eniola showcased a thoughtful and practical innovation that warmed the heart of Africans and the international community. This invention was a urine power generator which could provide safer, affordable and more access to electricity.
The invention which was first showcased at the Maker Faire Africa annual pan-African conference was born out of the girls’ school chemistry lab and could create 6 hours of electricity with 1 Liter of urine.
Asidu Abudu
Asidu Abudu, 28, Ghana

Self taught engineer and inventor, Asidu Abudu, has made at least 26 different inventions since he discovered his passion of invent things in sixth grade (Primary six).
Over the years, Asidu has invented numerous devices that are designed to ease people’s lives.
One of his inventions is a fufu pounding machine which could ease the lives of African women.
His other invention includes an automatic eating machine that can help the disabled, a surveillance camera that can track vehicles via mobile phone and a device that enable users to lock one’s car engine using one’s mobile phone or somebody else’s phone.
Kelvin Doe
Kelvin Doe, 18, Sierra Leone

Kelvin Doe is a Sierra Leonean self taught engineer who built his own generator and radio transmitter at the age of 13.
At 16, he was able to build a battery that will provide electricity to homes within his community where there is no constant power supply. The battery was made from acid, soda, and metal parts scavenged from trash bins.
kevin’s talent was noticed by David Monina Sengeh, who encouraged him to participate in GMin’s Innovate Salone idea competition where he emerged one of the finalists.
Kevin is today the youngest person to participate in the “Visiting Practitioner’s Program” at MIT. He has also signed a $100,000 solar project pact with Canadian High Speed Service Provider Sierra WiFi.

Miasma escapendi

FEMI ODELEYE

And who says Nigerians are not talented and constructive. It's high time we reduced our dependency on our foreign counterparts and patronize our own products. According to online reports, this is called the Triketor -a three-wheeled Mini Tractor which was designed and built in Nigeria.

http://www.nationalhelm.com/2016/02/photos-checkout-this-mini-tractor-which.html

https://www.nairaland.com/2928913/triketor-mini-tractor-designed-built-nigeria

http://nigeriacommunicationsweek.com.ng/broadcasting/trike-tor-inventor-pulls-n6m-investment-on-dragons-den

CIGARETTE:
Miasma escapendi

What is that

CIGARETTE:
Miasma escapendi

What do you mean?

Putinofrussia:
FEMI ODELEYE

And who says Nigerians are not talented and constructive. It's high time we reduced our dependency on our foreign counterparts and patronize our own products. According to online reports, this is called the Triketor -a three-wheeled Mini Tractor which was designed and built in Nigeria.

http://www.nationalhelm.com/2016/02/photos-checkout-this-mini-tractor-which.html

https://www.nairaland.com/2928913/triketor-mini-tractor-designed-built-nigeria

http://nigeriacommunicationsweek.com.ng/broadcasting/trike-tor-inventor-pulls-n6m-investment-on-dragons-den

THE GUY THAT STARTED THIS THREAD KNEW THAT IGBOS DO NOT STAND A CHANCE IF COMPARED TO THE YORUBAS TECHNOLOGICALLY.FACT THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE BEGINNING TO KNOW.THE IGBOS KNOW THIS SO THEY HAVE FLED.

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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_of_things


INTERNET OF THINGS.

The internet of things (IoT) is the network of physical devices, vehicles, buildings and other items—embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity that enable these objects to collect and exchange data.[1] In 2013 the Global Standards Initiative on Internet of Things (IoT-GSI) defined the IoT as "the infrastructure of the information society." [2] The IoT allows objects to be sensed and/or controlled remotely across existing network infrastructure,[3] creating opportunities for more direct integration of the physical world into computer-based systems, and resulting in improved efficiency, accuracy and economic benefit.[4][5][6][7][8][9] When IoT is augmented with sensors and actuators, the technology becomes an instance of the more general class of cyber-physical systems, which also encompasses technologies such as smart grids, smart homes, intelligent transportation and smart cities. Each thing is uniquely identifiable through its embedded computing system but is able to interoperate within the existing Internet infrastructure. Experts estimate that the IoT will consist of almost 50 billion objects by 2020 ....

IFEDAYO OLADOLAPO



How Grit Systems is building the Nigerian Internet of Things

FEBRUARY 2, 2016 BY IFEANYI NDIOMEWESE

While ideas to leapfrog the infrastructural lapses in the country abound, we may need to acknowledge that a lot of us are still in awe of foreign products, regardless of quality and functionality. Especially as some local initiatives are only at best realistic on paper. However, in the light of this reality, one startup is quietly leveraging on technology with a view to wean Nigerians off this custom and give life to a ground breaking project that is sure to disrupt the usual practices in the energy sector.

Enter Grit Systems



Grit Systems is a startup that builds internet-enabled smart metres that offer users a simple way to quantify power consumption from multiple power sources — be it solar panels, generators, inverters or direct from the grids — and make informed data driven decisions on how best to power their facilities, reduce costs and protect power sources from improper use.

Grit Systems was founded by Ifedayo Oladapo who has vast experience in developing embedded power-train systems for the automotive sector, solar hybrid and auxiliary power systems for Dawn Fuel.


Ifedayo Oladolapo
He started the company a little over a year ago with just 2 team members (including himself). Within 6 weeks, they built their first device — the first generation GEPM — which was demoed at the CcHub’s Raspberry Jam event in 2014.

lol

Ofemannnu:
lol

lol. .

The evolution of the GEPM (Grit Systems Energy and Power Monitor) L-R: 1st HW revision, 3rd HW revision, 5th last HW revision.
Their presentation definitely got the attention of the CcHub; Grit System was accepted into its incubation programme in 2015, with something around $15,000 to $25,000 seed funding . Grit Systems is also one of three startups that will represent Nigeria at the Challenge Cup regionals in Nairobi, Kenya.

How it works

The home-built technology, tailored to the unique requirements of under electrified communities, requires a firsthand installation by a trained Grit System’s personnel. Once installed, users can remotely view graphs, receive notifications and generate simple language reports about an arbitrarily complex power supply mix.


Analysis of power consumption and data analysis



Analysis of fuel consumption
User Experience has been made simple on the Grit system. Users only see a web or mobile interface which is all part of the design by Grit Systems to make it extremely easy for the users. But while we were inside the company’s technical room, we were privileged to see how it goes down on Grit’s server (which transmits data by the second) from a demo detailing the frequency of power consumption and other real time data transmission for the day.

Use cases

The uniqueness of this technology is not limited to just measuring power or discerning its source. If the user provides relevant data about their generator for example, the technology can estimate fuel consumption, ascertain how the battery life of the inverter are decaying and also cross check the billings from utility regulator (PHCN) to see if those numbers actually add up.

It is also possible to configure SMS notifications for when someone switches on the generator when you’re not at home, power consumption on your inverter or generator is too low, when someone uses your generator outside of business hours, when there is an issue with power quality or when there is an imbalance in a particular phase distribution relative to the other. The scenarios are near endless and all these help reduce running costs....

Human error factor or identification of fuel theft also can be curtailed using Grits technology. Ifedayo gives an instance: “For a while, we had the security man write down what time he switches on and off the generator, so the other day I asked him how long the generator was on, and he replied 40 minutes. We checked the monitor and discovered it was 7 minutes. And what he had done, instead of detailing 1:03pm as the starting time for the generator he had written 1:38pm. So he had gotten the seconds and the minute mixed up”.

Environmental value/benefit

Given that power generators account for 75% of energy source in this part of the world, Grit Systems is on a research to find out how its technology could capture accurate carbon-dioxide emissions from generator and maintaining a balance ratio between generator usage in proportion to the amount of carbon emitted, thereby making our environment more safe to live in.

Challenges

You all must been wondering if every thing there is to know about Grit Systems are pleasant stories. “It hasn’t been boring”, says Ifedayo, “but there has been no lack of technical challenges. Luckily we’ve got a very good team, but finding the right team members and with the right attitude was challenging”.

It’s difficult to find people with the right skill set and the right attitude”. Ifedayo adds. A pretty much good challenge when trying not to compromise quality I must say.

Prospects

The company has completed its beta testing phase which began in October 2015, of which Cchub, Afrinvest and Chicken Republic are currently reaping the benefits of the test. Ifedayo is confident that they’ve got a market viable device. All that remains is integrating the payment model in the next one or 2 months...

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The company, for a start, is looking at servicing the business sector — hospitality, banking and telecoms — with a projection of hundreds of devices in 2016, and scaling to thousands of devices in 2017, by which time it must have reached a collaborative agreement with the distribution companies to make the technology available to households. Furthermore, the abundant presence of solar resources in this part of the world could have Grit Systems potentially pioneering a revolution marked by increase in solar hybrid power installations, as the company is looking to set up a solar power system for the offices, and use data from these devices to create a hybrid solar power system design.

While it is uncertain what Grit Systems will pitch at the regionals in Nairobi, Kenya, we can be certain they’d do more than enough to leave Nigeria proud at the end of it all.


https://techpoint.ng/2016/02/02/grit-systems-internet-of-things-nigeria/
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Ritchiee:
GEPM HW revision for display test
The company, for a start, is looking at servicing the business sector — hospitality, banking and telecoms — with a projection of hundreds of devices in 2016, and scaling to thousands of devices in 2017, by which time it must have reached a collaborative agreement with the distribution companies to make the technology available to households. Furthermore, the abundant presence of solar resources in this part of the world could have Grit Systems potentially pioneering a revolution marked by increase in solar hybrid power installations, as the company is looking to set up a solar power system for the offices, and use data from these devices to create a hybrid solar power system design.

While it is uncertain what Grit Systems will pitch at the regionals in Nairobi, Kenya, we can be certain they’d do more than enough to leave Nigeria proud at the end of it all.


https://techpoint.ng/2016/02/02/grit-systems-internet-of-things-nigeria/
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This is very good.
Internet of things looks a little complex if one does not understand it..nitty gritty.
Thumbs up for Ife and his team.

Funke Opeke
Chief Executive Officer
Main One Cable Company, Nigeria
Main One Cable Company, Nigeria
Funke was born and raised in Nigeria where she obtained a degree in Electronics & electrical Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife in 1981 before she proceeded to New York for a Master’s degree at Columbia University. Following graduation from Columbia, Funke pursued a career in ICT in the United States and successfully ended that phase of her career as an Executive Director with the Wholesale division of Verizon Communications in New York when she decided to return to Nigeria in 2005. She joined MTN Nigeria as Chief Technical Officer, and also served as adviser to Transcorp and Chief Operating Officer of NITEL for a brief period before launching Main Street Technologies in 2007. The company went on to raise $240 Million to build the pioneer private submarine cable system in West Africa – Main One Cable. The 7,000km cable runs from Portugal down to Accra, Ghana and Lagos, Nigeria and is delivering wholesale broadband capacity across several countries in West Africa today.

What would you say are the most challenging and the most satisfying aspects of your work?
The most challenging aspect of my work is building the team to drive such an innovative project and deliver world class service quality out of our operational headquarters in Nigeria. The most satisfying is seeing how much we have achieved in four years with the establishment of the company and early progress towards the transformation of the Internet economy in West Africa.

What qualifications or certifications did you attain in order to reach your professional goals?
My Master’s degree was critical, but so were numerous training classes in Business and Finance that I obtained during the course of my employment.

If there is one message you would like to convey to young women to encourage them to consider a profession in the ICT sector, what would it be?
ICT offers a tremendous opportunity for young women to work on solutions and technologies that impact people’s lives and change the world. A career in ICT can be diverse, varied and offers good rewards. Young women with the Science and Math aptitude and skills who do not explore a career in ICT are limiting themselves.

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http://girlsinict.org/profiles-of-women-in-ICT/funke-opeke