…As Engr. Adokiye Tombomieye FNSE, the Keynote Speaker
BILLE SUPERNOVA GIRL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME & SCIENCE FAIR
Olushola Okunlade Writes
The Women in Energy Network (WIEN) has announced a plan to unveil the physical launch of its Supernova Girl and Science Fair program scheduled to take place in Bille Community, River State.
Inspired by the successful launch of our flagship program Supernova Girl and the overwhelmingly positive energy generated by the virtual launch which was attended by key players in the energy value chain, we use this medium to really appreciate all our partners.
The physical launch of the Supernova Girl and Science Fair program is scheduled to hold at the Townhall Bille Community, Rivers State on Saturday 25th June 2022 at 10:00 am.
The Father of the day is His Royal Majesty, King Igbikingeri Ngwowari Cornelius Herbert (Agbaniye-Jike XVIII), Amayanabo of Bille Kingdom, and Mother of the day H.E. Hon Justice Eberechu Nyesom Wike, Wife of the Executive Governor of Rivers State.
The President of WIEN, Mrs. Funmi Ogbue stated that the motive is to ignite the passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in young girls and to showcase the socio-economic value and application of STEM in everyday life.
The targeted group is girls in senior primary schools, junior and senior secondary schools.
She explained that WIEN’s role is to mentor, point the way forward and partner with the would-be champions to midwife careers by way of providing learning aids, seminars, scholarships at some points, and above all inspiration.
Mrs. Ogbue stated that, during the event, experiments will be performed by the pupils with the guidance of APWEN members who are champions of the event.
Line up during the event also include; interactive and sensitization session for parents, guardians, and teachers to inspire a positive attitude and support for females in the pursuit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) which will be anchored by WIEN members.
“Scholarships will be awarded to fifteen students selected through written exams and science experiments across the three cadres. School uniforms, school sandals, bags, and textbooks will be distributed to about 467 students in Bille community”, Mrs. Ogbue added.
“Inspired by the successful launch of our flagship program Supernova Girl and overwhelming positive energy generated by the virtual launch which was attended by key players in the energy value chain, we use this medium to really appreciate all our partners”.
The WIEN President expressed optimism that early contact with the target group will indeed spark off a desire and an ambition of the girl child to study the sciences and ultimately pursue engineering as a profession and get them ready for a career in the Energy sector.
“As the girls begin to imagine great careers in the Energy sector and diligently demonstrate passion and with the right guidance, the sky will be their limit”.
The illustrious son of Bille, Engr. Adokiye Tombomieye FNSE as the keynote speaker. Other speakers include Dr. Justina Junmbo (former Permanent Secretary, Rivers State Ministry of Health) and Mrs. Okorite Adiele(former Chairman Degema LGA, Caretaker Committee, and a United Nations POLAC Ambassador for Peace.
Other speakers include Dr. Justina Junmbo (former Permanent Secretary, Rivers State Ministry of Health) and Mrs. Okorite Adiele(former Chairman Degema LGA, Caretaker Committee, and a United Nations POLAC Ambassador for Peace.
Know More About WIEN: The Women in Energy Network (WIEN) is an association established in 2020 to provide a platform for Women that work across the Energy Industry value chain; to network and build confidence and links to progress in their careers or businesses. Our core values are Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, and Empowerment.
Our vision is to be the leading Network that promotes the participation and advancement of women in leadership across the energy value chain in support of National Development.