Advisory Board Members
Providing safe drinking water to individuals and households in difficult-to-reach areas through innovative and sustainable portable water disinfection systems.
Rienlight Water Box
A Portable solar powered water purification device that helps reduce numerous health risk related to water borne disease and works even without electricity. It can purify 6 liters of contaminated water into safe drinking water in just 90 seconds, removing 99.99% of contaminants. The device also features a small charging station and 2 LED light bulbs for emergency use during power outages. It is designed to help individuals and households in rural communities and refugee camps who do not have access to safe drinking water.
- FAST: Disinfect Within 90 Seconds
- Portable: weight just 14kg
- CAPACITY: 8 Ltrs
- POWER: 30 Watts
- POWER SOURCE: DC (Solar 12 Volt)
- Quality: Removes 99.98% Virus & Bacteria
Mr. Emmanuel Etaderhi
Mr. Etaderhi is the Head, Government Affairs Division of FMDQ Group PLC, comprising two (2) Groups – Government Relations and Regulatory Relations. He also serves as the Executive Secretary, Financial Centre for Sustainability, Lagos. Prior to this, he was the Head, Economic Development of FMDQ Group PLC.
He holds a Master’s degree in Management, a Master’s degree in Economics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Emmanuel’s work experience of over twenty-nine (29) years spans the Financial Services and Power & Energy Sectors, where he was Head of Financial Advisory & Economic Research at Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Head of Research at Keystone Bank Limited and Acting Head, Strategy/Chief Economist at Unity Bank PLC. Prior to joining FMDQ in 2014, he served the Delta State Government as a Special Assistant to the Finance Commissioner.
Mr. Oluwasegun Alao
Mr. Oluwasegun Alao is the Director, Project Management Office at IHS Towers, Nigeria’s leading telecom infrastructure provider. He has over 9 years of experience in managing complex and interrelated deployment projects across the country, with a track record of delivering high-quality outcomes within budget and time constraints. He holds an MBA from Warwick Business School and a certificate in Inspirational Leadership from IMD.
As the head of the PMO, he leads a group of project managers who are responsible for the design, planning, installation, and commissioning of telecom networks and infrastructures for mobile network operators. He also oversees the deployment of innovative solutions to reduce OPEX and provide continuous optimized systems for excellent operations. He is passionate about driving innovation, providing world-class project management leadership and governance, and enabling the widest, most efficient, and reliable networks for business growth and sustainable development.
Dr. Natalie Beinisch
ABM. Circular Innovation and Partnership
Natalie Beinisch is the Executive Director of Circular Economy Innovation Partnership in Lagos, which focuses on research, advocacy and programming to promote Circular Economy business and investment in Nigeria. Before moving to Lagos, she set up the Engagement Programme for Aegon Asset Management’s Responsible Investment team in the Netherlands and headed the Academic Network at the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment in London.
Prior to her work in sustainable finance, Natalie began her career at Duke Corporate Education, the world’s leading bespoke provider of executive education, where she designed, sourced faculty and delivered customised leadership programmes to Ericsson, AstraZeneca, HSBC and Shell among others. She has also held research and lecture positions at Lee Kuan Yew School at the University of Singapore and the Politics, Philosophy, Law and Economics programme at the University of Amsterdam. Natalie holds a PhD and an MSc from the London School of Economics and a BA from McGill University in Canada.
MEMBERs
Providing safe drinking water to individuals and households in difficult-to-reach areas through innovative and sustainable portable water disinfection systems.
Engr. Lamba Henry Danwawo
Henry Lamba is the Founder and CEO of Schrodinger Technologies Ltd., a company dedicated to clean water solutions, sustainable development, and renewable energy. Originating from Northern Nigeria, Henry’s early passion for engineering guided him to achieve a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bayero University, Kano, followed by an MBA in Finance and Investment. Henry has been recognized with numerous awards, including the National Winner of the UNIDO GCIP (Global Cleantech Innovation Program) 2023/2024, the NIES2022 Outstanding Innovation Award at the Nigeria International Energy Summit 2022, Winner of the WASH Innovation Fair 2.0 by the Nigerian Climate Incubation Centre/IHS, F4CS in 2023, and Winner of the Pitch for Transformation Challenge by CWG 2022 for Schrodinger Tech. He also secured the 2nd Runner-Up position at the Global Ericson Innovation Award (EIA2022) in Sweden, the 5th Position at the International Youth Summit (Presentation Challenge) in 2020, was a Finalist in the Fishbowl Challenge 2023 with Team Neptune, and received an Award of Excellence for Participation from the Mind-swap Initiative.
Henry has actively participated in various conferences, including COP 28 in Dubai 2023, the Conference of the Youth on Environment and Climate (COYEC) 2023, the Cop27 Simulation Model by Engineers for a Sustainable Egypt in Cairo 2022, the International Youth Summit as the IYS Forum Deputy Campus Director in 2021, the Kaduna Youth Summit in 2019, the Nigerian International Energy Summit 2022, the West African Climate Energy Exhibition Conference 2022, and the International Youth Conference in Bangladesh 2021. His certifications reflect his commitment to ongoing learning and include a course on Values Reorientation and National Development from the School of Government and Politics, membership in the International Association of Engineers, participation in the Delegate Conference of the Youth on Environment and Climate (COYEC), and completion of the Mind Swap Initiative Cohort II on Nation Building, Politics & Governance. He is also recognized as a Friend for Sustainable Development Goals, has mastered the Africa Climate Change and Sustainable Development for Young Africa program, and attended the Nigeria International Energy Summit 2022 and the Oxford School of Climate Change 2021. Additionally, he holds a certification in Climate Change and Sustainable Development for Young Africans 2020 and is an ISERH Associate Ambassador.
Henry’s dedication to sustainable development and renewable energy, combined with his innovative mindset and strong leadership capabilities, positions him as a strategic asset in driving impactful and scalable business solutions on a global scale. His achievements and active participation in numerous professional forums demonstrate his commitment to making a positive impact and his readiness to lead transformative projects in the renewable energy sector.
Engr. Nurudeen Issa Muhammad
Nurudeen Issa is a dynamic and passionate energy leader, climate activist, and Founder of Sirius-X Energy, a groundbreaking clean energy startup based in Nigeria. With a strong background in Mechanical Engineering and a specialization in Energy from Bayero University Kano, Nurudeen possesses a profound understanding of energy systems and a relentless drive to bring about positive change.
Driven by his vision to revolutionize access to clean energy technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa, Nurudeen established Sirius-X Energy. His relentless pursuit of a just and equitable energy transition has positioned him as a key influencer in the field.
Nurudeen’s expertise in energy innovation and climate-related activities has earned him prestigious accolades. Sirius-X Energy was honored with the Best Climate Mitigation Startup award by the Global Cleantech Innovation Program in collaboration with UNIDO. Additionally, Nurudeen led his team to secure the third-place position for the best clean energy business idea in Africa, recognized by the African Fellowship for Young Energy Leaders.
As a British Petroleum (BP) Net Zero Scholar, Nurudeen represented BP as their delegate in the impactful One Young World Summit. Addressing thousands of young individuals worldwide, he showcased his work and its role in advancing the global energy transition.
Barr. Balogun Sofiyullahi
Balogun Sofiyullahi serves as Director and Legal Advisor at Sirius-X Energy. He provides strategic guidance on legal and regulatory matters supporting Sirius-X Energy’s growth in Nigeria’s dynamic clean energy sector.
With vast experience, Balogun offers expert advice on energy regulations, project development, financing, transactions, compliance and risk management. His background encompasses corporate law, litigation, and business consulting for energy, real estate and technology sectors among others.
As passionate about Africa’s renewable space, Balogun actively engages policymakers on reforms that enable sustainable energy expansion across the continent. He frequently publishes articles on pertinent topics surrounding law, business and technology in African markets.
A legal practitioner, Balogun holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree with honours from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He belongs to several professional bodies in Nigeria and beyond.
Leveraging his robust legal expertise and strategic perspective, Balogun helps steer Sirius-X Energy’s growth strategy in Africa’s evolving renewables industry. His commercial acumen also proves invaluable in securing key partnerships and investor relationships.
Balogun is a distinguished Legal Practitioner vast in corporate law, litigation, advisory and consulting across industries. He leverages robust legal expertise with a solutions-focused and business-centric approach.
He has handled complex transactions, disputes and negotiations in energy, technology, real estate and other sectors.
Balogun has mastered unravelling intricate policies, regulations, and licensing protocols governing these industries in African markets.
Committed to excellence, he keeps abreast of the latest legal developments and best practices.
Furthermore, he actively engages in research and regularly publishes articles discussing pertinent topics at the intersection of law, business and emerging technologies.
Balogun has had the privilege of training with Nigeria’s premier institutions like the Nigerian Law School and Ahmadu Bello University. With strategic legal counsel, corporate acumen and unwavering professional ethics, Balogun strives to create tangible values for Sirius-X Energy.
Ruwansha
- FAST: Disinfect Within 90 Seconds
- Portable: weight just 14kg
- CAPACITY: 8 Ltrs
- POWER: 30 Watts
- POWER SOURCE: DC (Solar 12 Volt)
- Quality: Removes 99.98% Virus & Bacteria
portable water disinfection water bottle
- FAST: Disinfect Within 90 Seconds
- Portable: weight just 14kg
- CAPACITY: 8 Ltrs
- POWER: 30 Watts
- POWER SOURCE: DC (Solar 12 Volt)
- Quality: Removes 99.98% Virus & Bacteria