Thanks Anufemi. I am based in London and I actually already have lists of solar power conferences taking place this year in America, Europe and other regions. What I am actually looking for are like-minded philanthopic people or people working with NGOs who are interested in improving the lives of children in rural communities by installing solar power in schools or community centres. This is the 21st century, yet most of the children in the rural schools I visited had never touched a computer let alone used the internet for their studies. I have approached many rich Nigerians (and big companies) who are too selfish to even donate a pencil to a child let alone donate a computer or solar panels. Selfishness is a completely alien concept to me and I can't understand why somebody who grew up poor in Nigeria and is now wealthy cannot reinvest in his community and improve the lives of others. Maybe it's because I was born in the UK and have lived here all my life - different psychology I guess. I do what I can but it will never be enough without a change in the mindset of our people.

I tried to get into solar power in Nigeria about 15 years ago but was told that it would cause a lot of trouble with people who were happy with the status quo ie. generator suppliers and power companies etc.   I am still interested in this because as a teacher, I can see the huge benefits of having our schools run on solar power - eg. IT suites, being in Skype contact with schools around the world, improved academic performance etc.  I teach in London and took 7 London teachers to Enugu, Nigeria in 2009 and I think they were quite shocked at the state of the schools.  They taught in urban and rural schools for one week.  For those of you really interested in solar power, there are lots of solar power conferences and exhibitions this year.  The Sisters of Notre Dame in Awkunanaw have an amazing solar power installation that powers an internet cafe and health centre!