19/02/2025
*MED-EL Honours Sunshine's Young Innovators*
Today Wednesday 19th February 2025, Sunshine Nursery and Primary School welcomed MED-EL's Marketing Officer, Ms. Abigeal Oluwadamilola Akinade, accompanied by Dr. Kunle Adeyemo and Dr. Ayodeji from the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Obafemi Awolowo University. They presented Certificates of Participation to our talented young Innovators; PearI Adebusuyi, Toyosi Olawumi, Darasimi Oyetunji-Alemede and Salvation Nengou Deogracias who participated in the global _Ideas4Ears_ contest.
Ms. Akinade expressed MED-EL's admiration for Sunshine's innovative designs, highlighting their originality, functionality, and exceptional quality. She revealed that Sunshine's entries stood out among participants from seven African countries and six Nigerian states.
Dr. Kunle Adeyemo shared insightful stories about children with hearing disabilities, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions. He encouraged our young innovators to pursue careers in medicine and invention, inspiring positive change.
The event featured a showcase of each participant's design, demonstrating their creativity and problem-solving skills. After which the presentation of certificates and gifts was done.
Parents of Sunshine's young innovators, their teachers, and a few guests were impressed by the children's confidence and innovative thinking.
Aunty Bisi thanked MED-EL for their kind gesture, acknowledging the winning entry's exceptional quality. She expressed enthusiasm for the next competition, promising to prepare our children for an even more challenging contest. She also commended Uncle Wale and Uncle Timothy for their guidance and challenging each innovator explore their creativity and grasp the essence of the competition so well.
The event concluded with a lively photo shoot and a sense of pride and accomplishment. Despite Uncle Timothy's absence, his hard work and dedication to the children's projects were deeply appreciated.
This event celebrated the power of innovation, creativity, and collaboration, inspiring Sunshine's young minds to continue making a positive impact.
We are indeed grateful for yet another learning experience outside the box...sorry, outside the classroom!