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"There is hardly an event that can fully honor or proportionately reward the energy, time, passion, and commitment that every determined worker puts in every day to sustain our economies and provide for their families."

"Nourish yourself well to think well, move well, work well, love well and sleep well."

"We are committed to making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of our communities. We believe that by empowering our young people with the knowledge and skills to promote healthy living, we can create a healthier and happier society."

"This is another solid milestone and big win for Anambra State in our determined vision to make our education sector the best in the country."

"These brilliant Anambra girls have once again proven that the future of our dear state is in very safe hands."

"The 2024 Hand Hygiene Day, Mrs. Soludo emphasized the need for proper hand-washing as a culture, especially among children."

"Good governance is an intentional agenda that perfectly understands the power of collective and inclusive actions. That’s exactly what we are exemplifying in Anambra State today."

"Let us come together to show our appreciation and gratitude to these unsung heroes who are making a difference in our world."

"Hand hygiene is a crucial part of the Healthy Living programme, which aims to promote personal and public health across the state."

"I embarked on more tours to orphanage homes in Anambra State. We would be celebrating nothing if the people in need of our little acts of love are left out of the merry."

"This platform is one sure way to empower our women economically and sustainably."

"Exercise should never be punishment for eating."

"Second, understand that failure is part of the journey. We often hear about people's successes but not so much about their failures. Many prominent people have had their own share of failures, which were necessary to their success."

"My experience over the years has shown that many students loathe programming; they perceive programming courses as difficult subjects that should be avoided where possible, and where the courses are compulsory, the students do everything possible to obtain pass mark."

"Right at the outside bar,you will be surprised at the number of vessels that cannot move or those that are substandard because they cannot meet the minimum standard required for a vessel to be operational."

"Teachers and lecturers handling programming courses should re-skill and retool regularly; they must keep abreast of development in the area."

"The overwhelming majority of people who contracted COVID-19 have journeyed through their illness in self-isolation. These people have been suffering and recovering in silence. What we learn from them can help society at large understand the different facets of COVID-19."

"Finally, ask for help. I learned early in my academic journey not to be afraid to ask for help. It doesn't matter how you learn whether it be a concept or skill, what matters is that you learn even if it takes many tries."

"The industry is growing faster than the regulations we have. We want the government to keep up with this pace."

"Increased level of computerization and deployment of IT is a sure way of motivating the indigenous software industry."

"In any civilised county,the first thing should be to get a competent marine engineer or a good ship surveyor to go and inspect the vessel and give a honest report before it is purchased."

"This is similar to the perception of mathematics by students in secondary schools. And yet, programming is interesting, enjoyable, stimulating, fulfilling and profitable."

"One of the hurdles that I have and continue to encounter is being a minority in various circles in my field, this includes being a young Black woman in male-dominated spaces. This made it particularly difficult for me to find role models."

"Crowdsourcing is a powerful way to build datasets that can support research."

"All mountains are surmountable simply by taking one step at a time."

"I chose academia because I learned that through research I could push the boundaries more in academia than I could in industry. In academia I am free to ask any questions that I think are important or potentially beneficial."

"Good health is fundamental to living a fruitful life, and although I don't contribute to people's health as a doctor, a nurse or a clinical personnel, I contribute with technology-based solutions."

"Third, persist. All mountains are surmountable simply by taking one step at a time. I believe the main thing that has paid off in my journey is persistence."

"Role models are critical for anyone, including Black women in STEM in academia."

"Many important lessons stand out to me. First, do not underestimate yourself. I have done and am doing more things than I ever thought I was capable of."

"We should create incentives and motivation for the learning of programming – this can be done by creating stimulating learning environment through the provision of adequately equipped computer laboratories; award of prizes and according recognition for outstanding performance; formation of software development clubs in schools as networking for the exchange of ideas and knowledge; organizing more software competitions in schools. {source}}"

"“It’s hard to learn about something that you have no data on.”"

"The most exciting part of what I do is that it has a direct impact on people. I get to mentor students and contribute to shaping their future paths. I also get to develop and contribute to technology that can improve people's health. These are the things that motivate me."

"I am still learning ways that my presence will impact the institution. However, one thing that I have noticed is that I am an important resource for women and people of color in engineering and computer science."

"Technology makes our lives better, but people make technology better.” on the central role of human capital in digital transformation."

"AI is the future, but the future is arriving faster than we expect we don’t want just to be a participant in AI, but we want to be an active shaper of the AI.” on Nigeria’s and Africa’s proactive engagement with AI."

"While you need to have determination, you need to have belief in God. It’s only God that gives things. When you believe in that and you work for it, you can get it."

"....nothing good comes easy. For everything, you need to work hard."

"...you need to take care of yourself and you need to be sure you are sharpened to do the work you do."

"Technology is global. As you implement it, you need to also think of how it can work in your environment."

"Never underestimate the power of curiosity. It is the foundation of all great discoveries."

"Technology is not the end, but technology is something that can help you make lives better. For you to be a good leader, you need to first be a humble hero."

"I see luck as an intersection between your preparation and opportunity. Because if you are not prepared for that opportunity, you will not be lucky to get it. Prepare yourself. Then when the opportunity comes, you can get it"

"Firstly, before you can have love for the country or do anything, you need to build your own self, you need to trust yourself try to be different, create value… and get noticed.” advice to youth on personal development and contributing to society."

"True success lies in transforming your failures into opportunities."

"Don't be afraid to fail. Failure is just another stepping stone to success."

"The company employs me because I have skills. If I develop myself, tomorrow I can decide to leave."

"Success is not just about achieving personal goals, but also about making a positive impact on society."

"The key to making groundbreaking discoveries is asking the right questions."

"Innovation is seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what no one else has thought."