Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by mercyville: 8:58pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
March 27, 2016 Bayo Akinloye A United Kingdom-based shoemaker, Adesola Benson, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to impose restrictions on the importation of certain footwear into the country. According to Benson, such action will encourage local footwear manufacturers to go into mass production which will in turn have a positive effective on the economy. The shoemaker who relocated from the UK told SUNDAY PUNCH that he was making plans to train 100 shoemakers as a way of ensuring that made-in-Nigeria products are available and patronised. The entrepreneur who has his factory in Ikorodu in Lagos State pointed out that his aim was to make the town Nigeria’s shoe hub. Benson noted that local shoemakers will succeed in their enterprise if the Federal Government would allow them to make footwear for paramilitary personnel instead of resorting to importation. He said, “(Prior to now) I have been able to train about 10 shoemakers. Training is my area of specialisation. The local shoemakers will have breakthrough if Federal Government can encourage local manufacturers like us to make shoes for paramilitary personnel instead of importing. This will not only encourage us it will also boost the nation’s economy by patronising made-in-Nigeria goods. I am happy about the recent gospel of made-in-Nigerian goods being propagated by the Federal Government. It is another way to empower local manufacturers and also boost the nation’s economy. “Many shoemakers in Nigeria are not educated. So, I want to empower 100 shoemakers in Ikorodu. I mean people who are not opportune to go to the university or don’t have the means to learn in the university like I did. I want Ikorodu to be like a city in Italy that is renowned for shoe-making. I want Ikorodu to be a Mecca for shoes in Nigeria so other states in Nigeria can imitate us.” Benson further noted that it would benefit the country if the President Muhammadu Buhari banned the importation of shoes. “Most African countries don’t produce shoes and we have a chance to export to African countries. But if Nigeria still imports substandard shoes, it is going to have a negative effect on local production. “Well, I had made shoes for the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. But the one that brought me to limelight was a pair of shoes that I made for Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi,” he said when asked if prominent Nigerians patronise him. http://www.punchng.com/shoemaker-urges-buhari-to-ban-footwear-importation/ 2 Likes
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by ODVanguard: 8:59pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Ilovemystate:
I need list of manufacturing industries owned by your kinsmen in Ogun Fvck off my mention you irritant. The last time you asked that stale question you were deluged with an intimidating list and your only response was to barrage us with the same recycled pix from your glorified shythole of a state, here you are again asking the same tired old question. Are you cursed?? For the last time, Ogun is not Anambra's mate. Anambra should go and compete with the likes of Abia and Ebonyi. Stvpid dolt. 11 Likes |
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Deedeedee3: 9:01pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
mercyville:
CRY BABY...GO DO YOUR RESEARCH WELL....
YORUBA WISDOM..
Meet UK Born Nigerian, Olajide Olatunji Who Made Over $4.5 Million This Year on Youtube
Olajide "JJ" Olatunji (born 19 June 1993), better known by his YouTube username Ksiolajidebt (stylised as KSIOlajideBT) or simply KSI, is an English videogame commentator, comedian and rapper. He is best known for his YouTube channel, which has, as of October 2015, reached over 10.6 million subscribers.Born in Watford, Hertfordshire, he can sometimes be seen wearing traditional Nigerian dress in his videos. His surname "Olatunji" means "Wealth awakes again" in Yoruba. Before his successful channel, Olajide had a YouTube channel (which is still online) called JideJunior, which he created on 24 April 2008. Olajide opened his current YouTube account on 24 July 2009, with a video about the FIFA video game franchise.[ According to his website, YouTubers such as Wepeeler and Hjerpseth inspired him to start his own YouTube career. His main channel is primarily focused on FIFA, although he plays other games such as Grand Theft Auto V and other PC-based modifications on his secondary channel. Olajide's family often appear in his videos, especially his younger brother Deji and his father. www..com/talk/topic,275376.0.html
YORUBA SUPERIOR WISDOM.. This is not what we need abeg 3 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:03pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
totit: Meet the Tryctor: A motorbike-turned-tractor targeting small farmers in Nigeria
It was knowledge of this that prompted Nigerian automobile designer Olufemi Odeleye to spend nearly 10 years developing the prototype for a low-cost, multipurpose, mini tractor – created with the Nigerian, and African, small-scale farmer in mind. His invention, dubbed the Tryctor, has been adapted from the traditional motorcycle and caught the attention of the Nigerian government which is currently piloting the solution among farmers. And this year Odeleye and his Tryctor are up for the Innovation Prize for Africa.
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by mercyville: 9:04pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by igbozionism(m): 9:04pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
thread closed!!! pls I am proposing a cease fire . we will continue next 2mrw abeg. |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by laudate: 9:05pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Awolowo001: Emzor pharmaceutical industry
IGBOS are GREAT Guy, go back to school. ![cheesy](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cheesy.png) I have already mentioned a company that beats your SE owned pharmaceutical companies, hands down. Oga, it is Drugfield Pharmaceuticals Limited. It is a wholly indigenous Nigerian company, established in 1993 as a drug manufacturing outfit, after approval by relevant agencies and bodies, including the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN). It is owned by a family of pharmacists - the Ekundayo family and the Adedipes. They produce a range of therapeutic drugs such as anti-fungals, antibiotics, antivirals, anti-diabetes, anti-hypertensives, analgesics, antihelmiths, haematinics, injectables, intravenous fluids, anti-malarials and multivitamins. 10 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Nobody: 9:08pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
laudate:
Guy, go back to school. I have already mentioned a company that beats your SE owned pharmaceutical companies, hands down. Oga, it is Drugfield Pharmaceuticals Limited. It is a wholly indigenous Nigerian company, established in 1993 as a drug manufacturing outfit, after approval by relevant agencies and bodies, including the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN). It is owned by a family of pharmacists - the Ekundayo family and the Adedipes. They produce a range of therapeutic drugs such as anti-fungals, antibiotics, antivirals, anti-diabetes, anti-hypertensives, analgesics, antihelmiths, haematinics, injectables, intravenous fluids, anti-malarials and multivitamins.
Who is this one. show us their factory and process steps na like we showed you Emzor. na wao. 2 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Ilovemystate: 9:09pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:10pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
twistaray: CCHub
CcHUB is Nigeria’s first open living lab and pre-incubation space designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place.
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Deedeedee3: 9:10pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
mercyville: The one wey Innoson dey assemble no reach 20,000 nah. Is the car owned by elizade? 1 Like |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by mercyville: 9:10pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
ODVanguard:
Fvck off my mention you irritant. The last time you asked that stale question you were deluged with an intimidating list and your only response was to barrage us with the same recycled pix from your glorified shythole of a state, here you are again asking the same tired old question. Are you cursed?? For the last time, Ogun is not Anambra's mate. Anambra should go and compete with the likes of Abia and Ebonyi. Stvpid dolt. Sometimes I wonder if stupidity runs in their blood.I was in that thread and they were beaten like babies almost like the beating they received here before they turned it to a repeat repeat album show album. ![grin](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/grin.png) 4 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Nobody: 9:11pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
It looks like the cars are being painted ![cheesy](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cheesy.png)
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Ilovemystate: 9:11pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
The only car manufacturing plant in Nigeria
IVM 1 Like
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Nobody: 9:11pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Awolowo001: IGBOS are GREAT..
Masters energy industries, UTURU more like
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by ODVanguard: 9:11pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
mercyville:
Sometimes I wonder if stupidity runs in their blood.I was in that thread and they were beaten like babies almost like the beating they received here before they turned it to a repeat repeat album show album. My guy, I tire o. I think the guy has serious mental issues. 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by mercyville: 9:12pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
[quote author=Twistaray post=58463562][/quote] zukerberg knows his onions ![cheesy](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cheesy.png) 1 Like |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by hinohsend: 9:13pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Awolowo001:
Aba daily export hit one million... Go to Aba--ikot ekpene---calabar road and see many trucks conveying Aba made products including shoes to camerouns and other west African countries through calabar.. Exporting to other West African countries through Calabar? Ode! 5 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:14pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
An ibo guy Confession ![cheesy](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cheesy.png) I can't help but notice the Yoruba domination of Nigeria's growing IT sector. For those who don't know, It meant Information Technology. More than 80% of the country's new start up programmes, media houses, Websites, Newest innovations in ICT, E-commerce (Jumia, Deal Dey, Jobberman, Konga and the rest Etc)and especially the computer based Information technology sector have some form of Yoruba presence.
I am not cooking this up, I am talking from real experience here as I work in this sector, most of my good friends and co-workers are Yoruba, same goes for most other tech companies and startups, including those getting massive endorsements and money from abroad. While I don't think this is a bad thing I am just interested in knowing why and/or how come?
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:18pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
No. They tried but can't pull us down totit:
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 $100,000 solar project pact with Canadian High Speed Service Provider Sierra WiFi.
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Ilovemystate: 9:21pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:22pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
![grin](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/grin.png) Humans of Nigeria, Special! Creative Spotlight: Meet Nigeria’s Youngest Inventor, Timilehin Daomi | BattaBox June 11, 2016 by Style Rave Nigeria 0 Notice: Undefined property: stdClass::$statuses in /home/stylerav/public_html/wp-content/themes/thevoux-wp-old2/inc/posts-social-shares-count/classes/share.count.php on line 50 0 0 0 0 0
“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.
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by vanbonattel: 9:24pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Twistaray: An ibo guy Confession ![cheesy](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cheesy.png)
![grin](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/grin.png) Is that what yorubas produce? Lies and chestbeatings 1 Like |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by hinohsend: 9:25pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Apparently, there had been a fore thread asking Yorubas what they produce, this thread was a response to that thread.
And seeing the way Potor kids are runnin' around this thread, I think a good job was done. This thread has definitely dealt a blow to their ego. Y'all should stop obsessing over the Yorubas.
Lemme go back to my 'ghost mode', and continue chuckling as ilovemystate aka fko81 aka anambrafirstson keeps chanting Innoson, choscaris! Innoson, choscaris! 6 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:25pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
TT: AYOKUNLE ADENIRAN
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 3 Likes |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Ilovemystate: 9:25pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
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Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by Twistaray(m): 9:27pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
[s] vanbonattel:
Is that what yorubas produce? Lies and chestbeatings [/s] So, technology is all about cars to you,akpuski villagers? Lmao ![grin](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/grin.png) 1 Like |
Re: Yorubas Are The Most Industrious,Richest & Educated Tribe in Nigeria & Africa by vanbonattel: 9:27pm On Jul 14, 2017 |
Awolowo001:
Guy, stop messing up this place with stories...
post what you are able to achieve or live forget it... Yorubas produce long stories and export the lies via the Lagos-Ibadan express ![grin](https://www.nairaland.com/faces/grin.png) 1 Like |