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No doubt that developed economies were transformed as soon as they embraced technology, Africa, though way behind, is set for transformation as more Africa focused technological driven innovations are bathed by Africans in Diaspora.
Recently, a Nigerian serial entrepreneur, Israel Ovirih, introduced Africa’s first 3 dimension scanning and printing services, adding a new dimension to selfies in Nigeria.
Speaking at the launch of the ‘disruptive technology’, Ovirih described the technology as one that will outshine every other technology availing youths employment through self dependence in Nigeria.
3D printing, also known as Additive Manufacturing (AM), refers to various processes used to synthesize a three-dimensional object.
In 3D printing, successive layers of material are formed under computer control to create an object.
These objects can be of almost any shape or geometry, and are produced from a 3D model or other electronic data source.
According to the Nigeria Chairman and Founder, 3D Makery, Ovirih, 3D scanning and printing service is the “ultimate selfie technology” in Nigeria and Africa.
It can be for you, your spouse, child, or pet, anything that can be scanned inside the Shapify booth preserve the most memorable moments with the ultimate selfie.
The introduction of this service marks the first in Africa and one of the numerous few that are available around the world.
Ovirih disclosed to Journalist at the launch in Lagos that the innovation, about 30 years old now, started only 2 years ago for commercial purposes.
Referring to initial technological innovations that were introduced to Africa and the aftermath effect, Ovirih said: “This is a very disruptive technology. You can imagine what happened to the post office, the way we buy things and the way we live our lives using Smartphones.
“But technology in its self is not just disruptive. The purpose of every technology is to bring abundance to the world, make life easy for everyone and to deliver good life to everyone.
“Every technology must pass through six stages. Every business that fails to embrace technology is bound to die, because the younger generations will over run such businesses with new ideas.
“3D technology is opening up a whole new world of possibilities and the reward of 3D printing technology is that the scan can be used to produce a full color figurine known as a ‘Shapie’.
“So, rather than a half cocked snapshot you can have a 3D printed sculpture to either keep as your own or give as a gift.
“The so-called shapies use 3D printing technology and designed to bring joy and happiness each time a person gazes upon the "Mini-Me".
“We’re thrilled bringing this advanced 3D tools and knowledgeable support team to help grow Nigeria’s technology business. We have had success and satisfaction with this technology and, upon experiencing the technology ourselves, knew it would be a benefit for Nigerians. We are confident customers will embrace this technology. While it’s still wonderful to have collections of photos, this 3D technology offers a new way to revisit a memory with a 3D portrait.”
On the mechanics of the 3D Technology, the Chief Operating Officer, 3D Makery Nigeria, Damola Kolawole explained that the booth where all the magic happens contains four wide-view, high-resolution scanners that rotate around the person inside in order to capture the person or object from all angles.
“The level of detail that can be captured by these scanners is such that it will even pick up things like a logo on a shirt or the jersey of your favorite sports team.
“The hundreds of images that are generated in this way are then automatically stitched together with special software and a 3D model is generated from that composite. After the digital model is created, the figurine can then be produced,” Kolawole noted.
The event, which took place at the popular Ikeja City Mall at Alausa, was strategic as shoppers and passers-by turned out massively with notable faces in Nigeria entertainment industry like former Mr. Nigeria Bryan Okwara, Sound Sultan, Ghanian Actress Juliet Ibrahim and many more having their pictures taken.
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3D Shapify technology enters Nigeria
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Photos: Buhari with other leaders in Malta
President Muhammadu Buhari, first right on the middle row, in a group photograph with other World Leaders 
President Muhammadu Buhari discussing with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II in Malta 
President Muhammadu Buhari discussing with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II in Malta 
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Buhari hosts Senate to interactive dinner
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday night hosted President of the Senate as well as members of the senate to an interactive dinner.
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Buhari to attend 2015 Commonwealth meeting in Malta
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Thursday, November 26 for Malta to participate in the 2015 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
The 2015 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting will begin on Friday, 27th November 2015 in the island nation of Malta.
This is contained in a statement issued by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media, Garba Shehu on Wednesday.
The Commonwealth is made up of Britain, Nigeria and 51 other countries that work together to pursue common goals and promote development, democracy, peace, security and good governance.
According to the statement, the President and other Heads of State and Government who will be in Malta for this year’s summit are expected to deliberate on fresh Commonwealth initiatives on development & climate change with a view to adding greater value to ongoing efforts in these areas.
The statement reads: “The Head of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, will formally declare the summit open.
“Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II is expected to host a banquet in honor of Buhari & other participating Heads of State & Government
“At the conclusion of the Summit on Sunday, President Buhari will leave Malta for Paris where he will present Nigeria’s statement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference scheduled to open in the French capital on Monday, November 30.
“President Buhari will join over 100 other world leaders at the Leaders Event on the opening day of the conference.
“The Conference will be hosted by President Francois Hollande of France and the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. Ban Ki Moon. Pres. Buhari will also participate in a summit of the Heads of State & Government of the Lake Chad Basin Commission & Benin Republic which has been scheduled to take place on December 2 in Paris on the sidelines of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change.
“Deliberations at the Paris meeting of the Lake Chad Basin Commission & Benin Republic will focus mainly on the war against Boko Haram and other security issues of common interest to participating countries.
“President Buhari will be accompanied on the trip by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama, the Minister of Environment, Mrs. Amina Mohammed and the National Security Adviser, Maj.-Gen. Babagana Monguno (rtd.).”
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Nigerians write FG as fuel scarcity bites harder
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Fuel Scarcity: APC write Nigerians
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that the party is aware of the hardship Nigerians are passing through over the current fuel scarcity. The party on Wednesday made this statement following the ongoing fuel scarcity, saying the situation is being addressed. “Let's be a little more patient with the new cabinet of President Muhammadu Buhari. Most importantly, be assured that this government will surely deliver! “Nothing good comes cheap. Sacrifices are required. By the time we pass through the foundation stage, Nigerians will see a new Nigeria! [news_in_pics style="2" display="tag" tag="APC" count="10" show_more="on" show_more_type="link"] -
How Nigerians feel about fuel scarcity
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“APC leaders did not shun meeting in Ondo”
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Professor Ajayi Boroffice (OON), Senator representing Ondo North, Ondo State, has described as fallacious, speculations that some leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) purportedly shun a meeting he initiated. The Senator said this on Monday while responding to speculations in some sectors of the media, describing same as ‘untrue, fallacious, lame and logically-deficient’. According to the Senator on his social media handle, “I initiated the meeting to interface and converse with party leaders on issues concerning APC family in Ondo State. “The meeting was well-attended by members of the State Executive Committee led by the State deputy chairman and prominent party leaders. “Also in attendance were the General Secretary and his assistant, the three Senatorial Chairmen, Woman Leader and other officials. “As a matter of fact, I was ushered into the party secretariat with fanfare in an atmosphere of celebration.” Prof Boroffice further noted that the Party Chairman was ably represented by his deputy “as he had briefed me before the meeting about an official assignment in Abuja.” He therefore stressed that the insinuation of an imaginary set back to his governorship ambition is laughable. The posts read further: “I share a cordial relationship with party leaders; bound by the collective quest to enthrone an APC government in Ondo State. “Assuredly, I enjoy reassuring support and loyalty from APC leaders, local government executive committee members, wards executive committee members and other party members alike across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State as evident by the huge success recorded during the recently completed state-wide tour across all LGAs in the State.”1/ Kindly disregard speculation in some sections of the media that some APC leaders purportedly shun a meeting initiated by @SenBoroffice
— Prof Ajayi Boroffice (@SenBoroffice) November 23, 20152/ the speculation is untrue, fallacious, lame and logically-deficient. @davidblawal @ikennaasomba13 — Prof Ajayi Boroffice (@SenBoroffice) November 23, 2015
4/ The meeting was well-attended by members of the State Executive Committee led by the State deputy chairman and prominent party leaders.
— Prof Ajayi Boroffice (@SenBoroffice) November 23, 20155/ Also in attendence were the General Secretary and his assistant, the three Senatorial Chairmen, Woman Leader and other officials. — Prof Ajayi Boroffice (@SenBoroffice) November 23, 2015
11/ ....ward executive committee members and other party members alike across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State as ......
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Saraki’s Condolence as Audu is buried
Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki has offered his condolences to the family of late Prince Audu Abubakar, Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the inconclusive governorship election of last Saturday.
Saraki in his message described the late politician as a visionary leader saying that the death of Prince Audu is shocking.
The Senate President, who sent the message through his social media handle, offered his condolences to the family, people of Kogi as well as the government of the state.
He also condoles with the party, APC for the loss.
“Prince Audu’s death is extremely painful but we cannot question the will of the Almighty Allah in the present sorrowful circumstances.
“I have taken Prince Audu’s death in good faith because I strongly believe that only God gives life and can as well take it when He wishes.
“I urge everyone to be calm and peaceful, even at death all Audu would want for Kogi State is progress, peaceful coexistence and development.
“I pray Allah grants Aljanah Firdaus to the soul of the deceased, and the family the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss,” he said.
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I have taken prince Audu’s death in good faith because i strongly believe that only God gives life and can as well take it when He wishes
— Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) November 23, 2015
I urge everyone to be calm and peaceful, even at death all Audu would want for Kogi State is progress, peaceful coexistence and development — Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) November 23, 2015
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