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Ishilove:
This fellow had a deep voice, slicked back hair and wore aviator glasses

I am certain that you are referring to Skidd Ikemefuna, it's just that the "glasses" confused me a bit.

Here he is (4 years ago) after surviving an accident.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYUjygoxbb0?si=JXx-VNe5Zr0yzlXl

Right, let's continue from the portion that I left out of the Bennie Sternum.

Specifications
340
Horsepower

440
Nm Torque

4.2L
V8 Displacement


Chasis

With sketches and blueprints drawn, we embarked on chassis fabrication using a
combination of steel tubes and other alloys. Employing arc welding, brazing and
fasteners to create this balanced framework of trusses for the Sternum.

Engine, Steering, Braking and Suspension System

After the framework was done with, mounting all the components was our next move. At this stage, we installed the engine and transmission system. The engine is a 4.2L naturally aspirated V8 engine with 40valves manufactured by Volkswagen-Audi but tuned by our team producing 340hp. The suspension system is a modified independent and double wishbone suspension in the front and rear all mounted on a truss with hydraulic pumps to enable a variable ride height function. Both suspensions work with a single damper & spring system.

Miniature Model

To get a clear image of our design, we created a miniature model to help us learn how better to approach the clay model of the life-size of our vehicle. Using clay, we created this miniature to understand the intricacies of the design better. it also helped us appreciate the importance of clay modelling to fibre and carbon fibre design process especially in perfecting the tiny detailing of its exterior – taking into account aerodynamics, balance, aesthetics and uniqueness of the design.

Chasis Drive Test

After assembling the car, we went to our test ground in Jos to test the maneuverability of the car and its integrity. Paying attention to steering, braking, drifting, and handling at different ride heights and making adjustments and performing recalibrations and repairs after each test day to get the structure and systems right. We did these tests severally after each milestone in modifications and corrections till we got the right numbers and performance response from the car.

Live Size Clay Model

Having seen the design and what it looks like on the miniature version, we went on to create a live size clay model that will serve as a mould to cast fibre into. Using high quality treated clay, the live size was moulded and all the exterior features were carved.

Fiberglass Forging/Casting

After the clay mould is properly carved to reflect the exterior details of the car,we went on to apply fibre glass which is the process of laying the mat,mixing gel coat,applying polyester resin and demoulding when it set.

Note:

1) You'll have to click on the link below if you want to see the pictures and videos.

2) You'll have to watch the videos on the first page if you want to get the specifications of the Bennie Purrie (there are 2 separate models on this thread).

https://benniegroupng.com/sternum/

naptu2:
Some don't even know that 2 separate cars were featured on this thread.

Should I continue, now that I have gotten the comments that I wanted?

Waste of time.

Some don't even know that 2 separate cars were featured on this thread.

Very old video.

900warriorz:
I am not understanding this twist oo

Sebi una say trucks don dey load say una don dey active...wetin con be this one again?

There are 2 refineries in Port Harcourt, an old refinery and a new refinery.

Work on the old refinery has been completed and trucks are loading products from it.

He is giving an update on when work will be completed on the new refinery.

The old refinery was commissioned in 1965 and the new refinery in 1988.

Video of the trophy presentation to Babra Banda at the Orlando Pride camp.

People are complaining in the comments section. They say that she's a man and that she's not British.

Congratulations, @BarbraBanda11!

The Orlando Pride and Zambia striker has won the public vote and been named BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2024.#BBCWFOTY pic.twitter.com/4nc3SHdwZX

— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) November 26, 2024

Read the comments section of Babra Banda's tweet.

https://x.com/BarbraBanda11/status/1861310029644656971?t=YhWCEiXPv_jAWbvbI0xd9A&s=19

Babra Banda is the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year.

She's the second African to win it after Asisat Oshoala won the maiden edition in 2015.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c8jypk4xz7xo?

Previous threads.

In March 2023 President Muhammadu Buhari signed a constitutional ammendment bill into law and part of the ammendments was that states could generate, transmit and distribute electricity in places that were covered by the National Grid.

Buhari Signs 16 Constitution Amendment Bills Into Law
https://www.nairaland.com/7615729/buhari-signs-16-constitution-amendment

In June 2023, President Tinubu signed an ammendment to the Electricity Act into law. The new law allows states to issue licenses to companies to generate, transmit and distribute electricity within their states. The law says that the states must first enact a law to regulate electricity generation, transmission and distribution before they can take over the regulatory functions of the NERC.

President Tinubu Signs Electricity Act 2023 Into Law
https://www.nairaland.com/7720914/president-tinubu-signs-electricity-act


The Lagos State Government is now planning it's own electricity law and it is inviting investors to take part in the Lagos electricity market.

Lagos Lawmakers, Stakeholders Meet As State Plans Own Electricity Market
https://www.nairaland.com/8150172/lagos-lawmakers-stakeholders-meet-state

GAC Members Meet Obasa Over Proposed Lagos Electricity Law
https://www.nairaland.com/8145598/gac-members-meet-obasa-over

Lagos To Build Massive 4,000 Megawatts Plants To End Power Cuts - Reuters
https://www.nairaland.com/8261512/lagos-build-massive-4000-megawatts

Lagos Invites Investors For Gas Fired IPPs
https://www.nairaland.com/8261091/lagos-invites-investors-gas-fired


Lagos To Build Massive 4,000 Megawatts Plants To End Power Cuts
https://www.nairaland.com/8261512/lagos-build-massive-4000-megawatts

Devolution Of Electricity Regulation: Lagos Team Meets TCN
https://www.nairaland.com/8271944/devolution-electricity-regulation-lagos-team


Here are examples of other states.


Ekiti Government Grant License To Investors To Generate & Distribute Electricity
https://www.nairaland.com/8261408/ekiti-government-grant-license-investors

Gombe Signs MoU With Chinese Firm For 100 Megawatt Solar Energy Plant
https://www.nairaland.com/8259302/gombe-signs-mou-chinese-firm

Enugu Signs Electricity Bill Into Law, Targets 30 Billion USD Economy
https://www.nairaland.com/7844171/enugu-signs-electricity-bill-into

Grid Collapses: States Ramp Up Plans For Power Plants
https://www.nairaland.com/8262488/grid-collapses-states-ramp-up

States Work On Total Electricity Subsidy Removal, New Tariff
https://www.nairaland.com/8119959/states-work-total-electricity-subsidy

John Zhao (CCECC) @JohnCCECC

CCECC sealed an agreement for a 30MW solar power project in Bauchi State, Nigeria!

This project includes the installation of centralized PV modules, energy storage systems, the construction of a new energy control center, and the development of transmission lines and distribution facilities.