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I am a very passionate and patriotic citizen of Nigeria and I want to direct this to people at the top. Nigeria's problems need no introduction, so I will just go ahead and profer a solution.

The national youth service is one of the standing identity of Nigeria. Almost every graduate must pass through this and the number of graduates per year is over 500,000 which means a good number of Nigerians undergo this yearly.
The problems Nigeria face include UNEMPLOYMENT, bad economy, crime etc. And most graduates (>90%) finish service and are still unemployed, they join the uncountable unemployed and wait for next batch to join them. There are no jobs, that's almost true and the economy is trying hard to create jobs, empower people, support small and medium businesses etc, and millions if not billions are spent on youth service ( the Corp members and officials) on a yearly basis. And on, and on.
My own version of a solution is this why not use the service year to empower graduates to create real lasting jobs and not just a year in which many of the Corp members are teaching where they don't want to, looking for ways to dodge CDS, boycott PPAs, most are actually not adding value where they are, and after a year, they are all flushed out and new set are taken in,.. Repeat. And while this is going on 20,000(19,800) x 12 = 240,000 has been misused by a corper. And for say 300,000 Corp members a year = 72Billion Naira Per year. Only God knows how many businesses 72BN can start per year. it could transform a continent if not the whole world.

Corp members consists of graduate from different fields and specialization which means they are competent at least to an extent. The orientation camp is good, it's perfect, it can be called reorientation camp, it could be for 4weeks if needed, but this Avenue could be used to gather people of different field, pair them (say 3-5 or 8-10) and start a company/organisation. Give them necessary knowledge and instead of monthly allowance, give them the money quarterly for a year. Sharpen their skill, and give them resources let them use the one year to develop and see the wonders that would happen. The officials, LIs, ZIs, etc. Will monitor and supervise them, motivate and support them. And we are sure after a year people still have jobs, more companies, more jobs created, new innovation, economic growth etc.

For Example

Agriculturists could be partnered together, probably add an engineer to help mechanise the process, give them a plot of land or two, give them resources, empower them with skill and let them cultivate or rear poultry animals, or fish farming, or snail etc. Make them business oriented and tell me 240,000 yearly allowance X 5 graduates = 1.2 mil Tell me if 1.2M will not start a good Agric Farm with 5graduates working on it. I believe in 3months they will start employing people. They'll feed from their company.
NB: Nigeria has enough land
It could be planting a crop, say cassava, cocoa, maize, rice etc. The options are just too much And let the officials, LIs, oversee them from time to time. Nigeria of recent are trying to go aggressive on agriculture, this could be a way of growth, and besides agriculture can be practised by anybody in any field or specialization, this can engage over 60% of the Corp members and cause massive growth in the country. It could be in production, processing or in packaging/marketing/distribution.

Engineers and Scientists can be paired to form ICT/Technology companies, Nigerians are very talented and skillful, look at the apps and softwares they develop, even zukkeberg came around last year to harness talents, people have touted Africa/Nigeria as the next Tech hub in the world. In my time in camp I related with very talented individuals and same applies to other camps. These are graduates from Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical, Systems, Mechatronics, etc either in science or engineering from very good institutions. With capital of 1.2Million Naira and 5 good programmers, Engineers, all you can do is imagine. It could be in software, or even hardwares. Producing toothpicks, pencils, gadgets etc. for non computer related courses. With proper advanced training, support and empowerment, Supervision by officials too, It will create jobs that will last more than the 12 months service.

There are managers and management graduates, they could be partnered with these new organizations to help with management. Accountants and Economists can also be fixed up in the midst of these organizations. By this way, we are serving Nigeria and securing futures, creating jobs and companies.
There are graduates of Art, Photography, Etc. Empower them, train them, provide avenues and resources, Many people with ideas, they could be partnered to start Studios, galleries, movie crew, etc. These things create actually job that will sustain and employ people.

There are graduates with unique talents and skills waiting for more training and funds to create jobs with them, say furniture making, carving, welding, shoe making, Unique fashion skills. etc. If they are partnered and given needed resources. We are creating jobs.
I fully understand the idea of NYSC which is to bring people together and cause unity and growth, which other way could be Better for all these goals than working for national growth. This is not to scrap the scheme, but modify that same scheme to grow the country. Graduates can be posted to different states, hold the re-orientation, advanced training, Given resources and paired, advice them and start forming companies.

It is correct that maybe not all will be inducted in the program, the Medical Doctors, Pharmacist will serve in Hospitals, Medical Agencies. Lawyers will serve in Courts and Chambers and people with limited graduates in their fields. Some people can be posted to companies and Higher institutions and Educational parastatals when need, But the vast majority of the graduates should be used for this scheme to create and secure our future. For states that pay monthly stipends, all theses resources would be a plus. At the end of the service year, Nigeria have more working class people and not more unemployed people.

Let's Assume 35% of these new businesses/company/organization turns into success and 7% become multinational companies. In 5-10years Nigeria will notice significant economic growth, Even exportation could be an option then. This is not a money making strategy, but a national growth scheme.
If the Government want to help the Graduates, Empower them with resources and Avenue, set them up for a free and secured future. Many have been applying for funds, trainings, empowerment, resources to grow and start up but have not gotten. This could bring change to things.

In reality there could be few failures, maybe more than a few ( it's expected) let's look at the good this could do, to everyone involved and moreso what do we get loose if we do this, afterall at least 72B Naira is used on Serving Corp members yearly and these people pass out and join an already crowded unemployed people. It would be a lucrative investment to spread this 72B Naira in creating real jobs that can employ people, produce goods, even export when this is produced in mass

Bluetenant

AN ALTERNATIVE TO NYSC THROUGH NYSC

I am a very passionate and patriotic citizen of Nigeria and I want to direct this to people at the top. Nigeria's problems need no introduction, so I will just go ahead and profer a solution.
The national youth service is one of the standing identity of Nigeria. Almost every graduate must pass through this and the number of graduates per year is over 500,000 which means a good number of Nigerians undergo this yearly.
The problems Nigeria face include UNEMPLOYMENT, bad economy, crime etc. And most graduates (>90%) finish service and are still unemployed, they join the uncountable unemployed and wait for next batch to join them. There are no jobs, that's almost true and the economy is trying hard to create jobs, empower people, support small and medium businesses etc, and millions if not billions are spent on youth service ( the Corp members and officials) on a yearly basis. And on, and on.

My own version of a solution is this why not use the service year to empower graduates to create real lasting jobs and not just a year in which many of the Corp members are teaching where they don't want to, looking for ways to dodge CDS, boycott PPAs, most are actually not adding value where they are, and after a year, they are all flushed out and new set are taken in,.. Repeat. And while this is going on 20,000(19,800) x 12 = 240,000 has been misused by a corper. And for say 300,000 Corp members a year = 72Billion Naira Per year. Only God knows how many businesses 72BN can start per year. it could transform a continent if not the whole world.

Corp members consists of graduate from different fields and specialization which means they are competent at least to an extent. The orientation camp is good, it's perfect, it can be called reorientation camp, it could be for 4weeks if needed, but this Avenue could be used to gather people of different field, pair them (say 3-5 or 8-10) and start a company/organisation. Give them necessary knowledge and instead of monthly allowance, give them the money quarterly for a year. Sharpen their skill, and give them resources let them use the one year to develop and see the wonders that would happen. The officials, LIs, ZIs, etc. Will monitor and supervise them, motivate and support them. And we are sure after a year people still have jobs, more companies, more jobs created, new innovation, economic growth etc.

For Example

Agriculturists could be partnered together, probably add an engineer to help mechanise the process, give them a plot of land or two, give them resources, empower them with skill and let them cultivate or rear poultry animals, or fish farming, or snail etc. Make them business oriented and tell me 240,000 yearly allowance X 5 graduates = 1.2 mil Tell me if 1.2M will not start a good Agric Farm with 5graduates working on it. I believe in 3months they will start employing people. They'll feed from their company.
NB: Nigeria has enough land
It could be planting a crop, say cassava, cocoa, maize, rice etc. The options are just too much And let the officials, LIs, oversee them from time to time. Nigeria of recent are trying to go aggressive on agriculture, this could be a way of growth, and besides agriculture can be practised by anybody in any field or specialization, this can engage over 60% of the Corp members and cause massive growth in the country. It could be in production, processing or in packaging/marketing/distribution.

Engineers and Scientists can be paired to form ICT/Technology companies, Nigerians are very talented and skillful, look at the apps and softwares they develop, even zukkeberg came around last year to harness talents, people have touted Africa/Nigeria as the next Tech hub in the world. In my time in camp I related with very talented individuals and same applies to other camps. These are graduates from Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical, Systems, Mechatronics, etc either in science or engineering from very good institutions. With capital of 1.2Million Naira and 5 good programmers, Engineers, all you can do is imagine. It could be in software, or even hardwares. Producing toothpicks, pencils, gadgets etc. for non computer related courses. With proper advanced training, support and empowerment, Supervision by officials too, It will create jobs that will last more than the 12 months service.

There are managers and management graduates, they could be partnered with these new organizations to help with management. Accountants and Economists can also be fixed up in the midst of these organizations. By this way, we are serving Nigeria and securing futures, creating jobs and companies.
There are graduates of Art, Photography, Etc. Empower them, train them, provide avenues and resources, Many people with ideas, they could be partnered to start Studios, galleries, movie crew, etc. These things create actually job that will sustain and employ people.

There are graduates with unique talents and skills waiting for more training and funds to create jobs with them, say furniture making, carving, welding, shoe making, Unique fashion skills. etc. If they are partnered and given needed resources. We are creating jobs.
I fully understand the idea of NYSC which is to bring people together and cause unity and growth, which other way could be Better for all these goals than working for national growth. This is not to scrap the scheme, but modify that same scheme to grow the country. Graduates can be posted to different states, hold the re-orientation, advanced training, Given resources and paired, advice them and start forming companies.

It is correct that maybe not all will be inducted in the program, the Medical Doctors, Pharmacist will serve in Hospitals, Medical Agencies. Lawyers will serve in Courts and Chambers and people with limited graduates in their fields. Some people can be posted to companies and Higher institutions and Educational parastatals when need, But the vast majority of the graduates should be used for this scheme to create and secure our future. For states that pay monthly stipends, all theses resources would be a plus. At the end of the service year, Nigeria have more working class people and not more unemployed people.

Let's Assume 35% of these new businesses/company/organization turns into success and 7% become multinational companies. In 5-10years Nigeria will notice significant economic growth, Even exportation could be an option then. This is not a money making strategy, but a national growth scheme.
If the Government want to help the Graduates, Empower them with resources and Avenue, set them up for a free and secured future. Many have been applying for funds, trainings, empowerment, resources to grow and start up but have not gotten. This could bring change to things.

In reality there could be few failures, maybe more than a few ( it's expected) let's look at the good this could do, to everyone involved and moreso what do we get loose if we do this, afterall at least 72B Naira is used on Serving Corp members yearly and these people pass out and join an already crowded unemployed people. It would be a lucrative investment to spread this 72B Naira in creating real jobs that can employ people, produce goods, even export when this is produced in mass.

SHOULD WE BE DANCING UNDER THE RAIN ?


Do we need a satellite image to make us know that Lagos state is closer to the Atlantic ocean, do we need a prophet to tell us that there will be two seasons in Nigeria ?
This year, the volume of rainfall in the western part of Nigeria is observed to be higher compared to the previous years. This was predicted, but what did we do? This is a good news for the Agriculture industry, the Hydro electric power industry and of course for the baby making strata of the society. To the population in less developed areas of western Nigeria, the universe have blessed the land for farming, while to the population in the developed and commercial areas of western Nigeria, it is another festival to celebrate the biblical story that God flooded the earth and preserved the life of the righteous.

For some days now, the major discussions in the western part of Nigeria has been the flood in Lekki and Lagos Islands. Did the flooding start this year ? Did we know it will be this much ? Did we prepare for it ?.

Left to we Nigerians, the journalists will make a news out of it, the musicians a song out of it, our students will make a debate out of it or better still, we start an argument over the flood, play the blame game and on and on, while lives are endangered, properties lost and/or damaged and businesses are put to a stop. One thing that might rarely come out is a solution. Or even better an opportunity which could be utilized. 

A Solution

The nature of what Lagos is and where it is has made it the core of businesses in Nigeria. The network, the opportunities, the market, the resources etc. This has driven businesses, people and companies to the coast lines for more space and luxury and hence the water has been tampered with and the sea level has risen in recent times. The flood being experienced isn't going to be the last this year and certainly not ever. The problem could be one of so many things but this extract proposes a solution which could start implementation soon and save the islands both for the time being and in the future.  The flood are coming in both from the sea and from the underground water table, this water then has to be channelled somewhere else. Definitely, it can't go back to the sea, then a Dam looks a more feasible solution. The flood could be channelled to a dam which can be used both for a tourism center(waterfall, park) and also be supplied to neighbouring states and companies around. The water if it can be returned, can be recycled for better use and even an opportunity for business. This can serve as a long term solution for subsequent floods. A Dam for tourism and/or a water reservoir would help control the water, coupled with other flood preventive measures, overflooding could be a forgotten problem.

A Steel dams would be faster to construct, at least to hold the water while the other part of this project is completed and in few weeks, all the water could be channelled into these dams to keep properties and secure lives. The water could be recycled and distributed to companies and places both within and outside the state for other domestic and commercial use.

The story might be dying off bit by bit, but we should know, rain is coming back, maybe not this month, maybe not this year, but it's coming. Just like the Game of Thrones; Winter is coming. What do we do, How prepared are we??

Your Opinion??

Cc: Fuoye Engrs

After the first post : https://www.nairaland.com/2345271/mechatronics-engineering-nigeria, there have been need to talk more on the area of Jobs, IT, SIWES, and Internship opportunities in Mechatronics Engineering in Nigeria.

Mechatronics Engineering is a broad, interesting and rewarding course but at this time of writing, it's new in Nigeria and may not be popular in the industry. Mechatronics has different specializations under it including: Robotics, Automation, Autotronics or Auto-Mechatronics Sensing and Control systems,.. etc. I only mentioned these few because they are the ones easily found in Nigeria. I'm not saying other variants of the field are not within the country, but they might not be found easily.

For people looking for a place of IT, SIWES or Internship, you might not find a company with the whole of mechatronics engineering, but you will find companies and organizations with the variants of mechatronics engineering. For example;

Peugeot, Toyota and other automobile companies in Nigeria will have Auto-mechatronics/Autotronics.
Nestle, Dangote and similar producing companies will have Automation, Sensing and control systems.
Some institutes such as PEDI, LeyLand, etc. provide special training and services in Process Automation and Robotics.
NNPC, SHELL, BREWERY and other major companies also have sections with a part of mechatronics.
I know I've been mentioning big and major companies, but you get the picture. There are other medium and small companies that also have same opportunities. And also they could have other sub fields in mechatronics.

For Job opportunities, the situation is similar, if you want to work as a mechatronics engineer, you could find a company with the specialty you have interest and work there. I've mentioned just a few and there are many others.
Lecturing isn't also out of the picture , and it's a great options, it will keep you on the track of growth with research and constant reading, and you are sure to be abreast of recent developments in your chosen specialization.

For more info you can mail me personally
Ibiyemi Pedro
E: yemipedro07@gmail.com

virud:
For starters, there are broadly two forms of education; formal (conventional primary, secondary and university institutions of learning ) and informal (petty trading, apprenticeship etc ) education. For the records, success is not tied to any particular form of education.

Success as far as am concerned is a relative term, the accomplishment of an aim or purpose, and it is not tied to one particular event. Education and success are very different phenomenon. Any attempt to mix both is usually catastrophic.


On the other hand, Education is the the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction. By this simple definition, every person you've met seems to have attained a level / degree of education.

Education and success, what is the correlation, if any?
Now if education to you means seeing the four walls of a conventional university, secondary or primary institution, then, I make bold to say that your brand of education is not important to achieving success. Simply because education and literacy are not correlated.

Be that as it may, Education is very important to both your personal and professional life, in a number of significant ways! Depending on the level of success you’re seeking to achieve, the level of education may be relative, but the bottom line is, an education of some sort is often paramount to future success. And everyone is by some deliberate means educated. There's no such thing as illiteracy.

Everyone has got some sort of education, and am not being philosophical, I mean it literally. If you doubt, sight an example of anyone / group of persons you think are 'illiterates' and I would gladly point out their education.

virud has really done a good job explaining alot, and I want to add this, Success is a state of mind. Being successful is factor of what I see success as and what I'm pursuing.

Education is fundamental to success, but not formal education. Most people thinking formal education determines success often tend to see it as Certificate will guarantee success, and that's the error. Knowledge is power, be it formal or informal and that's what really makes one successful.

Business Prospects in Nigeria: 01
The country and the government has been striving for growth in businesses within the country, both small scale and medium scale businesses. This seems to be the best solution to the problems of unemployment, violence and vandalization, inflation, economy breakdown,unlawfullne, just to mention a few; Because the truth is Nigeria is in trouble and it needs saving. It needs me and you.
In my own opinion, we should have gone past the part of blaming the government and start looking up to ourselves for solutions. If we open our eyes to see the opportunities around us and maximize them, then the New Nigeria we seek isn't far from us. We have enough opportunity and avenues to start up something with or without the government, and with the current government supporting local businesses and local products, the likelihood for success is very high.
There are various sectors one can start a business in, both small and medium scale with Agriculture, Technology and Engineering having the highest possibility for success.
Talking about these sectors briefly; Starting a business/company in engineering might not be cost friendly at start up, but it will definitely pay off, Nigeria is looking to develop and all one need is to look at the trend and key into it. It could be providing a software and(or) hardware solution for a company, a sector(mining, refining, agriculture, power etc). But trust me, there are lots of prospects in there.
A business in technology is 'out of this world' when you get it right, this is because technology fits into all sectors convienently and will still boom. I mean, just get that idea right and the way the money will come in will scare you, not only that, it will create massive jobs, and will definitely solve some of the problems. Although different from engineering, but looks similar, it could be a program, a software, a solution, a device, etc. It could be existing solutions with upgrades and improvements.
Agriculture holds a lot of prospects especially in Nigeria with a very rich and fertile ground for cultivation. Do you know in the US and the UK, you have to use fertilizer to make your crops fertile and grow well, whereas in Nigeria even the weeds in your tomatoe garden are grow exceptionally well without the fertilizer. Trust me when I say Nigeria is blessed, it is.
Since the public civil service rule has stipulated that all civil servants do not engage in any other form of business except in Agriculture, so I will focus my first few write ups on Agriculture, and the possible business prospects in that sector.
I used to live in Enugu State and my Dad there had a fish pond and I was able to get a few experience first hand plus some other write ups I've read and I can tell you that a fish farm / a fish pond will be very successful in Nigeria. You will enjoy it for sure, playing with the fishes, and will put money in your pocket too!, when it is set up, you can feed them twice a day which means it won't take much of your time. Is it risky? Yes it is. Because of few factors like disease. But all businesses are risky.
Starting a fish farm can be in two folds, the starting stage and the expansion stage / full scale fish farming, but it advices to start small so you can get used to the technical know how of fish farming before expanding. To go legitimate, you will need registration which should cost around 10k-20k depending on where you are, but registration will not hinder you from starting your pond, that can come later on.
For the early stage of fish farming it could cost alittle. First you would need land/space, it could be at the back or side of your house. You could buy a tank or just build the pond, depending on the type of fish you want to grow. Then you will need water, lots of it. Well maybe not like you are thinking but definitely plenty of water. Having a well around is perfect for the water source.
So let's say you want to have a cat fish pond and you want to build the pond, you have the space, there is water source and you have like 150k and you will be able to spare like 40k every month. Let's go for 550 fingerlings of catfish.

Requirements for Start up
Blocks, Cement, Sand, Concrete and labour, net - 75k - 100k. It is advisable to have more than one compartment for the pond. Like 2 or 3.
Building you pond about 4 or 5 blocks high, and please cover the pond with nets, and good net will be good, but try and avoid metal nets, it could harm the fishes. Make inlets for food and water, and outlet for water
Pumping of water into the pond - 5k - 10k. If the money is much, you can buy water if you don't have a well, borehole or a stream around.
550 Fingerlings of catfish - 17k. High breed catfish.
Feeds for feeding the fiahes - 4k per bag.
Start up total: 130k, plus like 10k miscellaneous.

Running Cost
Changing of the water 5k-10k, water should be changed like once a month for good health of the fish
Feeding 5k in two weeks on the average = 10k per month.
Grand Total in 7months: taking the higher of the price range: 247000,...... 247k

And in reality, the prices could not be as high as that above, because at first, your fingerlings will not consume much food, and your fish pond might contain even more fingerlings and then fishes. Plus you may have a source of water that water that won't cost you as high as 70k in 7 months as we considered. But Let's leave it at that above.
Also considering that you can divide this money into parts as you won't need all 247k all at once, you will need about 140k for your first month and about 30k monthly afterwards.

Fishes grow fast and should be mature and can be sold between 6months and 8months of breeding.
And guess what, the market for fish is increasing and does not look like it will reduce provided the population is increasing. So as long as people are living, there will be people that will want to eat fish.

The turn over is very high, let's say 530 fishes survive after about 6months, selling at the standard price of #800 per fish, 530x800 = 424,000...... 424k.

That's more than 180k gain in your investment. The more fingerling you start with, the more the turn over. You can expand the whole set up for about 200 fingerlings and get up-to 100% profit or more. And there are no competition in this business.
If you want to take this up, this should give you a guide, but also ask people for more information and start making some cool money and you can employ people when you take it to a larger size.

I believe so much in this country and it's potentials so let's start living up to expectations. This is the first of this series and there are definitely more to come.
Sanni Ibiyemi

C.E.O E-Naikob Global Stores

I told the person I'll go to the school, drop my certificate at the admin and set the school plus the certificate on fire

IF YOU WERE GIVEN #500mil FOR YOUR CERTIFICATE, WILL YOU EXCHANGE IT ??

This was the topic of the conversation I got myself into last night, and without hesitation, I said YES. I mean what other opportunity do you need to make it in life if you reject an offer like that.
Taking a critical look at it; After spending 5years studying in the university, there is no guarantee that I will make that amount with my certificate in 25years.

Really, Yes Really!.
Let's say you earn 120k for 12months, that's 49mil in 35years plus promotion and bonuses say 30mil, total is 79mil. Now tell me you won't burn that paper for 500mil.

I'm not trying to say school or education is bad, but CERTIFICATE IS OVERRATED in Nigeria.

Let's say you see a good company and you earn 480k per month, that's still 201.6mil in 35years plus promotion and bonuses say 250mil in 35years.

I want to believe you are seeing where I'm going.
With my very little experience in entrepreneurship, I know 150mil will run 10 very good ideas that will generate multi billions. That's been generous.

Let's even say you earn 1mil per month and for 35years, its 480mil. Screw that, I might burn the school self

My point is, you are in school for knowledge and not certificate and it's because of the knowledge I know 500mil worth more than a certificate.
That little idea you have might cost just 2mil and generate over 70mil to say the least.

I really want people to break out of the conventional mindset of : go to school - get a certificate - get a job - get paid ------> die.
Dare to think out of the box, dare to be outstanding, try that thing that looks risky and watch yourself boom.

I'm not saying everybody will get 500mil, but I believe you can scale yours down and work towards getting that 5mil that will make your idea sky-rocket and put you in a new tax bracket .
Definitely it won't be easy, but trust me, it's worth it.

Some might think, why go to school then.
So far, school is the best place to get knowledge, network, like-mind, and connections all at the same time. You see them everyday, but might not recognize it.

If I were given 50mil, I would gladly exchange my certificate. I mean Naira. 50mill Naira.

There are people who did so for much less. Some even exchanged certificate for nothing and made it to the top. Ask Bill Gates and he'll tell you more about it.

I would have loved to say more but lemme stop. **Think about it **

-Pedro-

There have been so many discussions of late about Nigerian made products, and I'm here to drop a few reasons why you too should buy Nigerian products
1. They are cheap: This is an obvious reasons, if you are looking to save your money on that show, shirt or any other thing you want to buy and still look classy, trust me Nigerian made ones are cheap.
2. They are readily available: You don't need to go far away to get them, or wait for weeks for them to arrive, more so when you are given one you don't like, you can return them easily.
3. They are stronger and last longer: I think this covers the issue of quality, when you get a Nigerian made product that is original from a branded producer, they last longer and are stronger, this is simple; the producers made it in Nigeria, they are thinking like a Nigerian, and they have Nigeria in mind, For example an IVM car is much stronger than coveted Kia, Toyota, Volkswagen etc. A made in Nigeria Leather shoe will last way longer ( I remember my dad's shoe ). My point is they are made by Nigerians for Nigerians, Those that make your air max, Ferrari etc are not aware of the pot holes on the road or the scorching sun, etc.
4.It will create jobs: this is simple to see, look at this logic, if my company that makes handbags should sell, I would need to employ more people to increase production quantity, the factory making the raw materials will employ more people to increase supplies, the online company that sells it or the people that deliver will employ more people,......, and so on. If IVM cars should sell about 50,000 cars every week, in about a month, there will be increased vacancies in atleast 7 different companies, Eg. Innoson company itself, theTyre making company, the seat making, engineering firms (they are too many to be listed). You get the point now.
5. It will Raise the Naira: I term this as the side effects of Growth, development and progress. When you buy from me, I buy from her and she pays them to bring it, etc etc. Lemme simplify. If Ola buys from Philip and Philip pays Eze to collect it from Sina and Sina pays his his workers to ensure it was delivered etc. The picture I'm painting here is money will flow and this will be in Naira, and there will be little or no need for dollars, pounds etc. Hence the need for dollars are minimal which in turn raises the naira.
6. It will grow our Economy: If you have followed the write up and agree with it, this part is easy to deduce. When money is flowing, production is on going, people are buying, others are selling,.., the next part is exporting and in no distant time, actually in less than two years, Nigeria will have transformed.
7. Other unseen reasons: Nigerian will be a better place, better standard of living, etc etc.

I'll frankly tell you, there are more than one way to improve the country and the economy, but this is a sure bet, and all it needs it that you buy a made in Nigeria product in place of a foreign one.


PEDRO....

https://naikob.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=34

I think Nigerian Products are good and will be better if our producers put more time into quality, if they have it in them to serve the citizens and give them the quality worth of the money they will pay for such products.

I support Naikob.... naikob.com......
Selling Nigerian products and services.

And I also heard that producers can register and put their products online, is it true?? @paooxide

The decline of Nigeria is a painful one and more painful so, people are not working towards its resurrection. It has been said by different people in different articles and publications, the message is the same the better country we desire, we alone can create it. Different sectors of the economy needs serious rehabilitation and this fact is no more news. Nigerians have perfected the act of blaming the government, ministers, politicians etc for the fall to grass and we forget we are our own biggest enemies. Of a truth our leaders have a role to play but it extends to our doctors, engineers, journalists, scientists, musicians, comedians, actors, celebrities,.... our neighbors and ourselves. Nigeria can now be comfortably tagged an under developed country. A country that imports toothpick and matches is far from development and should not be called the giants of Africa. I can go on to list areas we have failed ourselves, our children, our fathers that fought for our freedom and even the generation unborn, but I will like to suggest solutions. If we truly want to change, we have to take the bull of our downfall by its horn.


To the Government

I still find it annoying that with Engineers and scientists some funny things are still imported when they can be made within the country, policies and steps should be taken to stop importation of goods so we can step up and produce, not just to export, but for ourselves, the first step in independence is to fend and cater for ourselves, when it's now in excess, then we export, matches, toothpick, paper, rice, make ups, belts, shoes etc can be made within the country, when these things are stopped, we will be forced to step up. We have the raw materials, why not improve on them, it may look hard for a start, but it's always darkest before morning. Stop importation of basic things and let Nigerians start working, it will boost the economy as well as create employment. Help set up infrastructure, and Avenue for development and growth, look away for petroleum, invest in tourism and other sectors, implement a more productive system of education. Set up facilities toNurture and harvest other skills in the youths, football, entrepreneurship, handwork etc. HELP us save our future.


To our Professors and PhDs

We call ourselves educated and learned, we speak breathtaking English, but we fail to make useful and lasting impression on our country, even our youth who are being taught by the professors and doctors are not employable in the companies. I mean no disrespect, but our country needs us now more than ever, the thesis and papers should be tailored towards this that can be done to improve Nigeria. It's painful that many researcher undergo research to invent things that help countries in Europe improve and not our native country. If we can continuously bring up ideas, papers and methods that help heal our countries, it will be appreciated. Those little formulas, equations, expressions that can help boost the treatment of rice, beans, help in production of make ups, fertilizer chemicals, help in preserving clothes and food etc,.. All tailored to improving nigeria, then we are on our way to growth. Let's focus on helping the country and the youths, teach and show how it is done, carry out more practicals. The country presently needs actions and not words.


To our entrepreneurs, CEOs, MDs and big names

We are trying, but better isn't good enough, let's assist the young ones trying to make a difference, some need start up capitals, some have values to impart, some need resources and infrastructure, some are looking for investors and sponsors, some need advice, guidance and encouragement. Let's try and support them. The government cannot do it all and we are the most ideal to support, healthy competition is welcomed to improve services, Lets step up the game and save Nigeria. Let's sponsor development.


To the Musicians, Celebrities and Comedians.

Nigeria needs you, you are what is being shown in the TV almost everyday and if we can rock our Nigerian shoe, Nigerian belts Nigerian face caps, the masses will definitely follow suit. We need to show our support not just with mouth but in actions, if we eat Nigerian foods, use Nigerian gadgets and accessories it will go a long way. We can also show our support in sponsoring developments and developing youths in our own way not just in acting and music, but in other areas too. There are many bright talents that needs support and help. All these are for the growth of our fatherland .


To the Engineers

Every country that has grown successfuly owes it to its engineers, we have both disgraced and let our country down. Nigeria has been independent for more than 50years and we have done absolutely nothing. They say Engineers are problem solvers and we have created more problems and solved none, electricity is not stable, transportation needs help, our structures are not impressive, security isnt what it should be there is problem at almost every turn but nothing is solved, we spend 5years in university and end up on banking desks, etc, a complete waste of both talent and resources,. I'm particularly aggrieved because I'm an engineer, we do not have reliable electronics made in the country, our roads have become death zones, some states have poorly planned and structured buildings, .......... I just can't list enough. What problems are we solving then. We learn so much but give back so little. I just hope we can step up now and start solving the problems on ground rather than being burdens on the country, because a situation where lawyer, doctors and agriculturists start taking on engineering problems, then the engineers are becoming a burden.

To Doctors, lawyers and other professionals

The moment our services are no more needed and people prefer to leave the country to get things we could have easily had within, then they are calling us incompetent. Let us all step up and give in quality services to country men, find solutions to problems, let's make quality our watchword.


To my Fellow Nigerians

Time has come whereby our fate and future is right in our hands, it's glaring that if we follow the way of those directly ahead of us, then nigeria is doomed for more trouble ahead. Youths prefer to chat all day and do nothing, lectures becomes disturbing for students, hard work is far from our young ones, most people are dreaming of bed of roses and can't work for it, our young ladies prefer to walk around almost Unclad, gossip and accusations everywhere. Young men blame government, law, society, teachers and pastors for bad government and go on committing crimes and atrocities. We spend money buying gadgets, smartphones, looking for free browsing and yet we add nothing to the country, how do we expect the people in power to change us when we voluntarily choose not to. Let's start making change, think of something, help the growth of the country, Ofcourse you can make money from it. Let's stand up, make that gadget you can make, build that application, how that cloth you have in mind, make that inverter you learnt how to make, make that matches you were taught, make that soap you can make, try that perfume and do it right, arrange that jewelry and sell it, launch into that idea you have in mind, find and problem and solve it, plant that rice and that cocoa..



If we believe, then we can achieve. Nothing good comes easy, let's stand up work hard and make our unborn generation proud. Our founding fathers fought for us to stand great and not to be struggling after 56 years of independence,.. Big names and big companies have left, nigeria seem to be broken and in need to quick and thorough help. The situation is bad, but the good news is that it can be changed, let's face the fight today, because he who runs today lives to fight another day... If we can all start that future we dream of, then I know one day, we will back to where we belong.


This is not a personal attack on anybody or any group of people, I just feel burdened by the nature of our decline and I can wish only for a new Nigeria, a better country, a place I can proudly call Homeland, a country that needs to be respected, a country that will truly worth being called the giant of Africa .

by Yemi Pedro

Hidorano:
pls do you know if I can use ND in mechanical engineering for direct entry admission into 200level in mechatronics

Yes you can

The decline of Nigeria is a painful one and more painful so, people are not working towards its resurrection. It has been said by different people in different articles and publications, the message is the same the better country we desire, we alone can create it. Different sectors of the economy needs serious rehabilitation and this fact is no more news. Nigerians have perfected the act of blaming the government, ministers, politicians etc for the fall to grass and we forget we are our own biggest enemies. Of a truth our leaders have a role to play but it extends to our doctors, engineers, journalists, scientists, musicians, comedians, actors, celebrities,.... our neighbors and ourselves. Nigeria can now be comfortably tagged an under developed country. A country that imports toothpick and matches is far from development and should not be called the giants of Africa. I can go on to list areas we have failed ourselves, our children, our fathers that fought for our freedom and even the generation unborn, but I will like to suggest solutions. If we truly want to change, we have to take the bull of our downfall by its horn.


To the Government

I still find it annoying that with Engineers and scientists some funny things are still imported when they can be made within the country, policies and steps should be taken to stop importation of goods so we can step up and produce, not just to export, but for ourselves, the first step in independence is to fend and cater for ourselves, when it's now in excess, then we export, matches, toothpick, paper, rice, make ups, belts, shoes etc can be made within the country, when these things are stopped, we will be forced to step up. We have the raw materials, why not improve on them, it may look hard for a start, but it's always darkest before morning. Stop importation of basic things and let Nigerians start working, it will boost the economy as well as create employment. Help set up infrastructure, and Avenue for development and growth, look away for petroleum, invest in tourism and other sectors, implement a more productive system of education. Set up facilities toNurture and harvest other skills in the youths, football, entrepreneurship, handwork etc. HELP us save our future.


To our Professors and PhDs

We call ourselves educated and learned, we speak breathtaking English, but we fail to make useful and lasting impression on our country, even our youth who are being taught by the professors and doctors are not employable in the companies. I mean no disrespect, but our country needs us now more than ever, the thesis and papers should be tailored towards this that can be done to improve Nigeria. It's painful that many researcher undergo research to invent things that help countries in Europe improve and not our native country. If we can continuously bring up ideas, papers and methods that help heal our countries, it will be appreciated. Those little formulas, equations, expressions that can help boost the treatment of rice, beans, help in production of make ups, fertilizer chemicals, help in preserving clothes and food etc,.. All tailored to improving nigeria, then we are on our way to growth. Let's focus on helping the country and the youths, teach and show how it is done, carry out more practicals. The country presently needs actions and not words.


To our entrepreneurs, CEOs, MDs and big names

We are trying, but better isn't good enough, let's assist the young ones trying to make a difference, some need start up capitals, some have values to impart, some need resources and infrastructure, some are looking for investors and sponsors, some need advice, guidance and encouragement. Let's try and support them. The government cannot do it all and we are the most ideal to support, healthy competition is welcomed to improve services, Lets step up the game and save Nigeria. Let's sponsor development.


To the Musicians, Celebrities and Comedians.

Nigeria needs you, you are what is being shown in the TV almost everyday and if we can rock our Nigerian shoe, Nigerian belts Nigerian face caps, the masses will definitely follow suit. We need to show our support not just with mouth but in actions, if we eat Nigerian foods, use Nigerian gadgets and accessories it will go a long way. We can also show our support in sponsoring developments and developing youths in our own way not just in acting and music, but in other areas too. There are many bright talents that needs support and help. All these are for the growth of our fatherland .


To the Engineers

Every country that has grown successfuly owes it to its engineers, we have both disgraced and let our country down. Nigeria has been independent for more than 50years and we have done absolutely nothing. They say Engineers are problem solvers and we have created more problems and solved none, electricity is not stable, transportation needs help, our structures are not impressive, security isnt what it should be there is problem at almost every turn but nothing is solved, we spend 5years in university and end up on banking desks, etc, a complete waste of both talent and resources,. I'm particularly aggrieved because I'm an engineer, we do not have reliable electronics made in the country, our roads have become death zones, some states have poorly planned and structured buildings, .......... I just can't list enough. What problems are we solving then. We learn so much but give back so little. I just hope we can step up now and start solving the problems on ground rather than being burdens on the country, because a situation where lawyer, doctors and agriculturists start taking on engineering problems, then the engineers are becoming a burden.


To Doctors, lawyers and other professionals

The moment our services are no more needed and people prefer to leave the country to get things we could have easily had within, then they are calling us incompetent. Let us all step up and give in quality services to country men, find solutions to problems, let's make quality our watchword.


To my Fellow Nigerians

Time has come whereby our fate and future is right in our hands, it's glaring that if we follow the way of those directly ahead of us, then nigeria is doomed for more trouble ahead. Youths prefer to chat all day and do nothing, lectures becomes disturbing for students, hard work is far from our young ones, most people are dreaming of bed of roses and can't work for it, our young ladies prefer to walk around almost naked, gossip and accusations everywhere. Young men blame government, law, society, teachers and pastors for bad government and go on committing crimes and atrocities. We spend money buying gadgets, smartphones, looking for free browsing and yet we add nothing to the country, how do we expect the people in power to change us when we voluntarily choose not to. Let's start making change, think of something, help the growth of the country, Ofcourse you can make money from it. Let's stand up, make that gadget you can make, build that application, how that cloth you have in mind, make that inverter you learnt how to make, make that matches you were taught, make that soap you can make, try that perfume and do it right, arrange that jewelry and sell it, launch into that idea you have in mind, find and problem and solve it, plant that rice and that cocoa..



If we believe, then we can achieve. Nothing good comes easy, let's stand up work hard and make our unborn generation proud. Our founding fathers fought for us to stand great and not to be struggling after 56 years of independence,.. Big names and big companies have left, nigeria seem to be broken and in need to quick and thorough help. The situation is bad, but the good news is that it can be changed, let's face the fight today, because he who runs today lives to fight another day... If we can all start that future we dream of, then I know one day, we will back to where we belong.


This is not a personal attack on anybody or any group of people, I just feel burdened by the nature of our decline and I can wish only for a new Nigeria, a better country, a place I can proudly call Homeland, a country that needs to be respected, a country that will truly worth being called the giant of Africa .

by Yemi Pedro

thank you very much

please I need advice, I was given a contract to develop a website for a small rising company, I am good with HTML especially HTML5, I'm still at an amateur level with PHP, and I know how to use third party website developing softwares (wordpress in particular ).
the challenge is that I have a window of about a month to get this up and running. if I decide to use WordPress, I finish it within this time convinently. my partner strongly suggests HTML5 coupled with python.
if we go by his way, we may loose time and the the website appearance might not be as fantastic as what we would have gotten if we used WordPress, and if we use WordPress, I'm aware of its disadvantages.

my problem now is I need advice which to use to get a very professional website and at the same time meet up with time, as well as having a fantastic website appearance.

I'm aware I can can edit the WordPress to suit me since I know about coding, and WordPress is an opensourced software

paooxide:
Good son, I am proud.. DonP, Agbo, we don reach FP ...

No vex say I no show y.day @ pao..

@ dukelad.. Nice one, contunu, I knw say one day you go make me proud.

Aftr I tell u mak you draw me, first you draw 'vitamin C' sorry 'Naeto C', then you draw beyonce, now na tiwa. The next time I see you, and I neva gt my pencil portrait, na ur rent oooo.

To my ogas, ichie nd siloko I hail oo

In Nigeria, there is no uni offering postgraduate course in Mechatronics, unless abroad,
you could apply for scholarships too

looks cool, maybe tryna bring up a new style

phyno's trademark hair style takes a new look...
have your say...
coooool or Not cooooool

mechanics:
i love dat course, i even did my project in mechatronic engrg.

it's a very nice one.
I'm studying the course presently

Mechatronics Engineering in Nigeria




What Mechatronics engineering is:

It is a synergy of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering,
telecommunications engineering, control
engineering and computer engineering .

What is expected from a Mechatronics engineer:

A mechatronics engineer unites the principles
of mechanics, electronics, and computing to
generate a simpler, more economical and
reliable system. An industrial robot is a prime example of a mechatronics system; it includes aspects of
electronics, mechanics, and computing to do
its day-to-day jobs.


Courses taken in Mechatronics engineering :

Mechatronics students take courses in various
fields:
Mechanical engineering and materials science
Electrical engineering
Computer engineering (software & hardware engineering)
Computer science
Systems and control engineering
Optical engineering


Applications of Mechatronics engineering.:

Machine vision
Automation and robotics
Servo-mechanics
Sensing and control systems
Automotive engineering , automotive equipment in the design of subsystems such as anti-lock braking systems
Computer-machine controls, such as computer driven machines like CNC milling machines
Expert systems
Industrial goods
Consumer products
Mechatronics systems
Medical mechatronics, medical imaging systems.
Structural dynamic systems
Transportation and vehicular systems
Mechatronics as the new language of the automobile
Computer aided and integrated
manufacturing systems
Computer-aided design
Engineering and manufacturing systems
Packaging
Microcontrollers / PLCs
Mobile apps
M&E Engineering.

Where Mechatronics engineers can work in Nigeria

Oil and gas sector ( in designs, modelling and simulation, quality control, process control and automation, etc)
Telecommunications.
Production companies and Manufacturing companies such a Nestle, Friesland Foods Wamco Nigeria pLC, PZ Industries pLC, Unilever Nigeria pLC etc.
Brewing, and drinks production companies such as Guinness (Nigeria)pLc, Coca-Cola plc etc.
Automobile industry
Military and Forces.
Numerous other sectors where there are need for computing, designs, networking, analysis etc.

Universities offering Mechatronics engineering in Nigeria :

Presently there are four universities offering the course in Nigeria, asides from polytechnics.
1.Federal University Oye Ekiti
2.Bells University of Technology Ota
3.Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi
4.Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti.

Mechatronics engineering is a new course in Nigeria with no university graduate in the course yet in the country, the highest level of the students are in ATBU currently in 500lvl.
Presently under the engineering scheme, the students of this course offer the most number of courses.
It is a course with the widest potential in the engineering field, it gives one versatility and makes one flexible.



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this is aimed at bringing together those offering the course and those interested in the course together, for a social connection and intellectual connection. To share ideas, knowledge, and possibly provide solutions to people who have challenges / problems with the course, and projects associated with the course.


You can become part of us on facebook at ""Mechatronics Engineers in Nigeria "" group.

You can also contact : yemipedro07@gmail.com

Let's get together to help each other.

KrazyBone:
[color=#150000]You don't know the future. What will be will be, but if you feel this way, then it's good to even call it off now. As long as you two are in each other's lives after all these, the attractions are bound to remain and reoccur. [/color]

thanks bro

KrazyBone:
[color=#150000]60% certainty is what you actually need. And now you have 95.

No one is perfect. She isn't. You aren't. She also has her reservations about you, but she isn't dwelling on them. There is something about these kind of friendships turned relationships - it's usually a do or die thing, in the sense that once you start dating it's very difficult to go back as ordinary friends if something happens and a break up occurs. Therefore, you really have to think this through.

My deductions were made purely from what you painstakingly narrated above. I have experienced this before.[/color]

I have been close to her that I don't want to hurt her, I care about how she will feel if we break up, I would prefer her to be a friend that to date her and break up

xxxtedyxxx:
OP...u need help...try TB joshua...u r just one big confused being. U don't even know what u want.

I'm not confused coz I want to be, it's because of her different reactions, when we got back this year, She said she felt nothing and now she is asking Me not to leave

KrazyBone:
[color=#150000]Give it a try. . . She's someone who understands you and has affinity for you already.

Most of us have the answer already, but we keep searching and getting confused the more. The best relationships are of two best friends who are great forgivers. [/color]

the problem is that I'm not 100% In it like 95% and I'm afraid of the 5%

iceberylin:
Bro,your confused....


#BELIEVE

I know I am.
the thing is that we are both big and classy, but we understand each other. She can easily get another guy and I can easily get another lady.
but right now we are like Bonnie and Clyde in school with our closeness

there is this lady, She is beautiful, and sexy, nice shape, totally a complete package physically. she is a big girl. we've been friends since first year, She told me she wanted us to be together then she fell for me but I fell for another amazing lady. over the past three years, we've been like best friends but we fight always, then we seperate and come back. this kept going and going. along the line, She dated another guy in school.
in our 3rd year we both broke up with our partners, tho we still continued our fluctuating bestfriendship then I thought we could now have time together, I asked her out and she turned me down, I was hurt and we fought this time the fight was real and brutal .
early this year, we made up our fight, we opened up totally to each other and decided to make the friendship work. then she told me she does not feel anything for Me that it had all gone, she had changed, She didn't care about relationships anymore and she looked cold. She so Me too I decided to get over it, but we were close, of recent, She is now falling for me, She compliments me, asking me to promise not to leave her for another lady. She now wants to personalize me. She wants to be fond with me. and our cat fights had stopped and we just keep growing closer.
I really do have feelings for her but now I think I want someone else, but I still want to date her. but I know I am likely to leave her for someone else if I see someone better.
please what do I do?
I think I still love her but my mind is not totally in her anymore, we've been so so close for four years now

pedro

from inception, everybody evenly intelligent but because science students are more involved in calculations and analysis, it improves their analytical skill and reasoning hereby making them better than their art counterparts...
the mathematics, physics, and chemistry helps them understand difficult and abstract things, widens their wealth of experience...
this is not a biased view its something natural.

prettyjo:
I do number 2,3 and 4.but its not my fault shaa

I hope you don't mind I'll like to know you, you are actually pretty.

I'm not so sure if romance is the right section for this but I love this section so I decided to post this here
some things we should know ahead 2015
1. As you are trying to progress and improve, others are trying too and if you clash with people of such try and take no offense and trying and iron issues out amicably, if your path cross theirs, help them, someone will help your course too.
2. like the saying, all fingers are not equal, so is the challenge people facing not equal. if someone offends you, don't be too forward to act/judge or conclude try and see things from the other person's view.. if you are in an uncomfortable situation, you will be forced to act abit away from your normal self.
3. everything that has a begging has an end.. many good things will begin in 2015 so will many good things end. its not a curse its how life goes. get ready for appointments as well as disappointments.
4. prior to the above point, some relationships will end and some will begin.. be prepared... if your woman/man gives you solid reasons for break up ( in words or in act). don't hold on to things that should go, understand things the way they are, don't cause a violent break up.... you are year older than before and you are expected to be maturing.
5. different people with different temperament with different background with different upbringing.. avoid trouble, trade easy... two wrongs don't make a right... try and act matured.
6. everything is about timing.. when you do the right things and the right time there will be no need for hurry. you will achieve more and we will all ride safely and successfully till 2016.
7. there are people who don't have plans for a new year don't let them disrupt yours, be it family, friends or foes.
8. be prepared for surprises, shock, fright, happiness, fear, joy and good tidings that we pray for good things does not mean the bad won't come.... so always have a bottle of water to pour on your head.

wishing you all a successful 2015..
feel free to add yours.

BreezyRita:
I like 'dear'.
I think it means different things to differeg people. I know what the op means.
I use the word, on rare occasions though, to address friends.

okay..