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A young man from Kwande Local Government Area in Benue State has captured widespread attention after reportedly constructing a functional drone entirely on his own, showcasing remarkable ingenuity and technical skill in a rural community.
The development was shared on social media by the account “D’n’aked Elder Sughne…” just under an hour ago, accompanied by a video showing a group of excited residents, including children and youths, gathered around what appears to be the newly built drone. In the footage, community members are seen celebrating, with some raising their hands in apparent amazement as the device is demonstrated in their midst.
The post proudly declares: “This guy built a drone in Kwande LGA, Benue State,” and directly tags several high-profile figures, including His Excellency, Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia, as well as Hon. Terseer Ugbor and Hon. Vitalis Terhile Neji, apparently calling for official recognition of the achievement.
Kwande Local Government Area, located in the northern part of Benue State, borders Taraba and is known for its agricultural communities and, in recent years, for facing various socio-economic challenges. Against this backdrop, the story of a local resident successfully engineering a drone has been received with a mixture of pride, surprise, and optimism.
While details about the builder—such as his name, age, educational background, and the specific components or methods used to assemble the drone—have not yet been widely disclosed, the viral post has already begun to inspire conversations about youth innovation, the potential of grassroots talent, and the need for greater support for young inventors in rural Nigeria.
Many online commentators have praised the young man’s resourcefulness, with some describing the feat as a testament to what can be achieved even with limited resources when passion and determination are present. Others have called on the state government and relevant agencies to identify and nurture such talents, potentially through scholarships, technical training programs, or startup funding for homegrown inventors.
The story also highlights the growing accessibility of drone technology and the increasing interest among young Nigerians in fields such as robotics, aeronautics, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.
As the video continues to circulate and garner reactions, many hope that this moment of local pride will translate into meaningful opportunities for the young innovator and serve as an inspiration for other youths across Benue State and beyond.
For now, the homemade drone from Kwande stands as a powerful symbol of what is possible when creativity meets resilience in even the most unexpected places.
