His name is Saheed Adepoju and he is 29 years old. He is the inventor of the Inye (‘Inye’ means ‘One’ in Igala Language), a tablet computer designed for the African market. Mr Adepoju has a background in software development and is a Sun-certified Java programmer. After doing a first degree in mathematics and computer science in Nigeria (FUTMINA), he completed another degree in advanced computing by research at Bournemouth University, in the United Kingdom.
In a chat with the BBC’s series African Dream Saheed talk about his invention: “The Inye is a mobile internet device. It gives you access to the internet; it allows you to play media files and watch movies. What we have is an 8-inch device, a device that is half-way between a laptop and a mobile phone,”
The tablet runs on the Google Android OS. Other specifications include: Screen: 8-inch capacitive touchscreen; Processor, 1Ghz; Connectivity, WiFi, 3G, Bluetooth; I/O USB, micro USB, SD card slot (up to 32Gb), 35mm sound jack, HDMI, SIM card for 3G; Battery 5hrs; Storage, 8Gb internal, 16Gb in the box.
The company through which the tablet (which was first launched in 2010) was released is Encipher Group, a company he cofounded with web developer Anibe Agamah. The first 100 units of the Inye were built in China and, after receiving feedback from its users, a second version was launched in May 2011.
Part of the reasons why it is believed that the Inye will compete effectively with other Tablets in the market is its price which stands at about $350 (£225) as opposed to around $700 for an iPad. The product, Saheed has said, is designed for the African market. However, they have been having a few hitches with its acceptance: “We face the challenge of getting people to listen to the various propositions. We’ve been to a number of private investors and also to the government,” Saheed explained.
Source: BBC
A very welcome development, I wont mind patronizing the product. However, government should learn to encourage individuals like this
I always say that Nigeria is blessed with both human and materials resources, but we are just like good children of bad and corrupt father, grazing cattle without herdman, sheep without sherphard and citizens without leader.
Ooh God! despite suppression, deprivation and neglect from our WICKED, EVIL and CORRUPT leaders we still, and singlely and individually develops ourselves thank God for his mercies on poor Nigerians.
mr. adepoju, this is great. contact me to help you sell this ur product to govt. will like to have one to access the quality.
We have many talented youth in Nija but we’re not given the courage to display it for the benefit of the (digital) world at large. Just gradually, one day Nigeria will rule the world.
This as we can see is simply a product of hardwork & exerting ones self. There’s not just a drop but a stream of greatness in us all… Nigerians stand up & take your place.. Big-ups 2 the youngman doing his nation proud..
We have many talented youth in Nija but we’re not given the courage to display it for the benefit of the (digital) world at large. Just gradually, one day Nigeria will rule the world.
This is a very good development from this young man & more greese to ur elbow, you’ve done a good job. Best of luck against this our hopeless govt.
I’m not surprised cos I’ve always known that Nigeria has people with great potentials. This will serve as encouragement for other youths. Let’s all see beyond the Nigeria we are now. It is going to be better. Go saheed go inye!
I’m happy with this development that a good thing will ever come out of Nazareth! Mr Saheed Adepoju, we all love you!!! I promise my self to patronise this product
wish hm sucss al way tru
Good innovation. I am so glad that a Nigerian has done what the first class countries feels they can do alone. Congratulations my brother. If you need any assistance, please contact. Meanwhile, where can I buy one for my use.
How can I get a copy of this? How can I be a reseller? Trust me brother, if the product is good, Nigerians will buy and buy and buy till you have nowhere to keep your cash. Am proud of you!!!