The Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre, Awka, came alive with excitement as the SEITAC Initiative, in partnership with the Anambra State Government, unveiled the groundbreaking Acquarescue Project and hosted an inspiring seminar on the Snail Value Chain, a powerful gathering of innovation, empowerment, and community action.

Speaking at the event, with the theme “Saving Lives, Building Resilience Technology and Community at the Heart of Water Disaster Response,” the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon. Ify Obinabo, described the initiative as urgent and essential. She stressed that flooding remains one of Africa’s most pressing threats, destroying homes, livelihoods, and economic foundations, making it critical to introduce smart solutions and educate communities on flood mitigation.

Unveiling the project, the Founder, Engr. Uzo Okoye described Acquarescue as a visionary life-saving project built on three powerful pillars: to Predict, Prevent, and Rescue.
He explained that the project leverages cutting-edge digital intelligence and a rescue mobile app designed to provide early warnings, alerts, and rapid response during water emergencies putting safety directly in the hands of communities.

Adding a transformational twist to the event, Dr. Ukonu Ukonu delivered an eye-opening lecture on the Snail Value Chain, highlighting its vast opportunities in job creation, poverty reduction, empowerment, and economic diversification. He encouraged citizens to tap into the wealth hidden in snail farming.

The event which also featured an interactive Question & Answer session and demonstrations on the Acquirescue technology had in attendance top government and security officials, including the Commissioner for Transport, Mrs. Patricia Igwebike; FRSC Sector Commander Bridget Asekhauno, represented by Deputy Route Commander Sixtus Nwoke; and the PPRO of the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, among other distinguished guests.