Following the launch of the inaugural innovation competition by the Academy, there were over 100 entries received for the competition.
The innovators and their innovations passed through 2 stages of verification and the top 9 finalists were invited to an exhibition and awards night which held on the 26th of June, 2024.
Below is the list of the top innovations and their innovators.
1st - Solar Powered Smart Irrigation System by Dr. Olugbenga Kayode Ogidan
2nd - Intrud-Safety Device System by Mr. Izumunna Chimezie Obinna
3rd - BMV-6 Ventilator by Mr. Babson Ajibade
4th - Mobile App-Enabled Gas Monitoring And Control Device For Underground Mines by Mr. Adebayo O. Elijah
5th - Mobile Solar Cooling System For Fruits And Vegetables by Mrs. Ogunjinrin Omolola Cecilia
6th - Damdem Systems Building by Prof. Olumide Olusanya, FNIA
7th - Aurogen Hydro-Electric Power by Aurora Robotics Club, Queens College
8th - Locally Made 380 Watts Glass Solar Panel by Mr. Adeoye Oluyori
9th - Intelligent Wheel Safety System by Engr. Dr. Abdulkadir Baba Hassan
The different innovations have several economic significance, which was what placed them as the top finalists.
The innovators received both cash prizes and awards of recognition.