check this out! The Nigerian Academy of Engineering has just kicked off a cool new engineering competition that’s all about boosting infrastructure and tech development in Nigeria. The aim? To take awesome ideas and concepts from Nigerians (both at home and abroad) to the next level and get them out there in the market. This is big news because it means less reliance on foreign stuff and more homegrown products, which is a win for the country’s economy. The President of NAEng, Prof. Peter Onwualu, spilled the beans on this exciting competition during a chat with journalists in Lagos. He’s all about shifting Nigeria from a consumer to a producer economy, and this competition is a major step in that direction. And get this, it’s open to all Nigerian engineers, scientists, technologists, technicians, and craftsmen, as well as other pros who are into engineering creativity. The prizes are no joke either – we’re talking cash, public recognition, promotion to investors, certificates, and plaques for the best concepts. Dr. Chukukeluo Chukwuogo, the head honcho of the competition, made it clear that the goal is to reward innovative works in science, engineering, and tech that tackle real problems in Nigeria and help the economy grow. The competition covers a wide range of areas, from ICT/telecoms to agriculture, energy, health, AI, and more. And guess what? This isn’t a one-time thing – the plan is to make it an annual event. So, if you’ve got a killer innovation up your sleeve, you’ve got until November 27 to submit your concept note. It should include a brief description of your innovation, the problems it solves, the economic and societal benefits, and some cool sketches or photos to help explain it. The NAEng team will be looking for innovation, originality, and impact on national development. This is a game-changer, folks! Let’s see what amazing ideas come out of this competition and how they’ll shape Nigeria’s future. Exciting times ahead!
