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Non-governmental organization, Quest for Growth and Development Foundation, has joined the continent-wide celebration of Africa Vuka Week by marking Africa Day at Rumuodomaya Community Secondary School in Port Harcourt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event highlighted a strong focus on promoting renewable and affordable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking at the event, the foundation\u2019s coordinator, Smith Nwokocha, highlighted the pressing need to shift away from fossil fuels, which he described as the root cause of Nigeria\u2019s unreliable power supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWith the power situation in Nigeria, and even across Africa, being epileptic because our energy sources are tied to fossil fuel, we are using this medium to encourage renewable and affordable energy,\u201d Nwokocha said. \u201cSolar energy is environmentally friendly and reliable, unlike fossil fuel, which has many negative effects on the environment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He expressed excitement over the participation of young students, noting, \u201cI am thrilled that we get to celebrate this day with the younger generation because it is important that they are aware of renewable and affordable energy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The principal of Rumuodomaya Community Secondary School, Mrs. Chindah Bridget, thanked the foundation for creating awareness among the students. She noted that renewable energy offers a practical solution to Nigeria\u2019s twin challenges of rising fuel prices and unreliable electricity supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cRenewable and affordable energy will help people in Nigeria. It is easier and safer to use, especially for business owners and for personal use,\u201d Mrs. Bridget said. She also pointed out the disadvantages of fossil fuel, adding, \u201cIt brings noise pollution and air pollution due to the fumes generated from burning.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Students at the event also expressed their gratitude. Miss Fred Marilyn Ariel, a student representative, shared her takeaways from the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI learnt so much. Renewable and affordable energy such as solar is very important for everyone. As students, it helps boost education by enabling us to study at home,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event underscored growing calls across Africa for cleaner, more accessible energy solutions, with an emphasis on educating the next generation to lead the transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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