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A Petrol Powered EV?

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The world has largely come to accept that EVs are the future, but everyone has a different idea of how we are going to get there.

Nissan has had a lot of big hits in terms of its EV drive. One can name models like the Nissan Leaf, Nissan E NV200, and recently the Nissan Ariya. Simply put they know how to make and sell formidable Electric vehicles.

With one of the main excuses against EV adaptation being “Range Anxiety”, manufacturers have developed technologies to slowly ease the world into an electrified future. This idea is not novel in itself, but Nissan’s approach is. Most car companies have developed different forms of hybrids (Cars that have both internal combustion engines as well as electric propulsion). Today, we can talk of Hybrids, Mild Hybrids, and Plug-in Hybrids. Nissan’s approach might as well be the closest we can get to a full EV.

Nissan calls it E-Power; The vehicle’s drivetrain is largely developed as an EV with an added engine that runs as a generator, providing electricity that fills the onboard batteries that power the electric motors. This means that this EV does not need to have a huge battery onboard. In fact, its battery is small enough to live under the seats, but Nissan’s idea with this technology is that there is no need to charge “this EV”.

The 2023 Nissan X-Trail is the second car to have the E-Power drivetrain, the first being the 2023 Nissan Qashqai.

The X-Trail moniker has graced some very good vehicles, this will be the 4th generation car.

From left to right, 1st Generation Nissan X-Trail to the 4th.

This Nissan X-Trail, apart from its unique drivetrain, also runs some very interesting technologies;

E-4ORCE: This is an all-wheel drive technology that Nissan is implementing on all its electric powertrain-equipped vehicles. Nissan says that this “will deliver reassuring traction and confident acceleration in all conditions”. The system monitors the movement of the wheels of the vehicle, the front and rear electric motors and the regenerative braking platform to control the drive characteristics of the car on all surfaces as well as dialing in some anti-squat and dive properties.

E-Pedal: This refers to the regenerative braking system – The system allows you to drive the car almost everywhere without having to use the brake pedal (One pedal driving as it’s called). This makes the car relaxing to drive as well as increasing its efficiency.

There is no modern and updated car without its adaptive driver assistance systems (ADAS) and this X-Trail has it all in what they call Nissan ProPilot Assist. This suite of systems makes driving less tiring and safer. Additionally, there are other active and passive safety systems.

The Nissan X-Trail has interior appointments that rival the best in the category. The E-Power model comes with seven seats. The generous cargo area, roof rails, reclining and moving rear seats, powered tailgate, etc.

All the systems, functions, and operation of the Nissan X-Trail E-Power are communicated to the driver from 3 hi-res screens; a 12.3-inch driver instrument cluster, another 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a 10.8-inch (windscreen type) Head-Up Display (HUD)

Nissan introduces All-new Nissan X-Trail with e-POWER and e-4ORCE in Europe

The top trims of the Nissan X-Trail have sound catered for by Bose. Wireless Apple Carplay and wired Andriod Auto also boost mobile in-car integration. Alexa and Google Assistance are also present.

Nissan statistics claim a 7.0sec dash to 100km/h. With Vmax set at 180/h.

The most important matrix in this discussion will be its efficiency which is a combined 6.1L/100km.

In countries where charging infrastructure are fledgling, this Nissan X-Trail E-Power will certainly be a great way to get our toes wet.

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Good news for teachers: 1 teacher, 1 laptop

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His remarks came after the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) expressed reservations about the Ghana Smart School Project, which debuted on Monday, March 25, 2024. According to GNAT, since 2021, when the government launched a similar scheme for teachers dubbed as the "1 Teacher 1 Laptop" project, over 100,000 instructors in public schools have yet to receive theirs. However, Dr. Adutwum, a teacher himself, told teachers that his Ministry has their best interests at heart and will never fail them. He indicated categorically that the instructors will receive their computers by the end of June.

Teachers in public schools will receive the laptops promised by the government in 2021 by the end of June 2024.

Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, Minister of Education, said this on Adom FM’s morning broadcast, Dwaso Nsem, on Tuesday.

“I can tell you that the instructors will receive their computers by the end of June, as promised. They’ve already met with the Ghana Education Service (GES) and are figuring out how to get their laptops,” he said.

His remarks came after the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) expressed reservations about the Ghana Smart School Project, which debuted on Monday, March 25, 2024.

According to GNAT, since 2021, when the government launched a similar scheme for teachers dubbed the “1 Teacher 1 Laptop” project, over 100,000 instructors in public schools have yet to receive theirs.

However, Dr. Adutwum, a teacher himself, told teachers that his Ministry has their best interests at heart and will never fail them.

He indicated categorically that the instructors will receive their computers by the end of June.

Speaking about the Ghana Smart School Project, Dr. Adutwum emphasised its significance as a component of the Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, which aims to improve the quality of teaching and learning in public second-cycle schools.

He stated that these tablets, packed with necessary textbooks and previous questions, will be great instructional aids, improving students’ access to information critical to their academic endeavours.

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Create your own ‘dumsor’ timetable – Energy minister to critics

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However, speaking to media at the launching of the NPP campaign team in the Ashanti Region, Dr. Opoku Prempeh urged detractors to create their own timeline if required. He questioned the point of defining a timeline since ECG said that there is no such strategy in place. "Ask those who desire it to bring it, if any. I have not seen any timeline. The ECG claims there is no timeline coming; why do you wish to bring one, and for what purpose? Why would someone wake up and want wicked and awful things for the country? You can't inform the individual when it's unplanned."

Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has challenged those lobbying for a load-shedding timeline from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to submit their own proposals.

His statements came amid the country’s current electricity issues, particularly in the Greater Accra Region, which affect both residents and companies.

Despite rising calls for a systematic load-shedding plan, ECG has maintained its opposition to creating one, citing the lack of a formal “dumsor” scenario and so judging a timetable unnecessary.

The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and numerous important personalities have repeatedly urged ECG to give a timeframe. They also urged the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) to address the present power situation.

However, speaking to the media at the launching of the NPP campaign team in the Ashanti Region, Dr Opoku Prempeh urged detractors to create their own timeline if required.

He questioned the point of defining a timeline since ECG said that there is no such strategy in place.

“Ask those who desire it to bring it, if any. I have not seen any timeline. The ECG claims there is no timeline coming; why do you wish to bring one, and for what purpose? Why would someone wake up and want wicked and awful things for the country? You can’t inform the individual when it’s unplanned.”

Dr. Opoku Prempeh told the public that measures are underway to solve the difficulties facing the electricity industry.

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Deputy CHRAJ Commissioner reported dead

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Mr Quayson was appointed Deputy Commissioner of the Commission in August 2005, overseeing the Commission's anti-corruption duty, as well as public education and research. He joined the Commission as a senior legal officer in 1993, having previously served as a legal officer at CHRAJ's predecessor organisation, the Office of the Ombudsman, from 1987 to 1993. He was the Western and Central Regions' regional director prior to his appointment as Deputy Commissioner. He also headed the National Working Group that established Ghana's National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP) and served on the Commission that oversees its implementation.

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has confirmed the death of Richard Ackom Quayson, its Deputy Commissioner.

Mr Henry Ashley, the Director of Human Resources and Administration, signed a notification on behalf of the Commissioner on March 22, 2024, announcing the death.

The letter, which was sent to the GNA, read: “It is with a heavy heart that we inform members of staff of the death of our Deputy Commissioner (APR), Mr Richard Ackom Quayson, who passed away unexpectedly on the 21st of March 2024, after a short illness.”

Mr Quayson was appointed Deputy Commissioner of the Commission in August 2005, overseeing the Commission’s anti-corruption duty, as well as public education and research.

He joined the Commission as a senior legal officer in 1993, having previously served as a legal officer at CHRAJ’s predecessor organisation, the Office of the Ombudsman, from 1987 to 1993.

He was the Western and Central Regions’ regional director prior to his appointment as Deputy Commissioner.

He also headed the National Working Group that established Ghana’s National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP) and served on the Commission that oversees its implementation.

He was a lawyer by profession, specialising in human rights promotion and protection, administrative justice, and corruption prevention and investigation.

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