Revolution from Delta: Nigerian Engineer Builds Generator That Runs Without Fuel [VIDEO]

 

A spark of innovation has ignited in Delta State, Nigeria, where a polytechnic engineer has unveiled a groundbreaking device that could redefine how energy is consumed in Nigerian households. Labeled an “electromechanical device,” this invention boasts the remarkable ability to operate continuously for up to 21 hours without a single drop of fuel.

Captured in a video that has since gained traction on social media platform X, user @Akinjoshua2017 shared the moment the engineer presented his creation to the public. Far from a theoretical concept or blueprint sketch, the device was shown powering a collection of real-time household appliances, including a refrigerator and a television set. Onlookers were left astonished as the generator seamlessly delivered electricity without any visible source of fuel.

Speaking confidently beside his invention, the engineer explained, “We have here a fuel-less generator, 2.5KVA. It can power household appliances. As it’s working, it’s charging itself. It can run for 21 hours, it’s mobile, and has no issues with fuel. We call it an electromechanical device.”

What sets this device apart isn’t just its independence from petrol or diesel—commodities that are increasingly expensive and often scarce—but also its self-sustaining mechanism. According to its creator, the generator charges itself while operating, a feature that hints at a closed-loop energy system many have long considered the holy grail of sustainable energy.

Those who viewed the video marveled at the practical demonstration. The engineer didn’t just describe what the device could do—he proved it. Plugged into the unit were everyday appliances many Nigerians rely on. From the soft hum of the refrigerator to the flicker of the television screen, everything worked as it would on a conventional generator—only this time, without the noise, smell, or cost of fuel.

Many Nigerians have grown weary of unreliable power supply and rising fuel costs, especially following the removal of fuel subsidies and the persistent fluctuations in global oil prices. Households and small businesses often depend on fuel-powered generators to bridge the gap left by the national grid. However, the cost of maintaining such generators continues to rise. This new invention, if scalable and proven durable, could provide an alternative that is both economical and eco-friendly.

The polytechnic engineer’s ingenuity reflects a growing trend among African innovators tackling local challenges with homegrown solutions. Instead of waiting for large-scale industrial answers, individuals like him are working with limited resources to create technologies that meet the unique demands of their environments.

The self-powered nature of the generator raises inevitable questions among engineers and scientists. Skeptics argue that energy cannot be created from nothing, citing the law of conservation of energy. While the inventor's explanation did not delve deeply into the internal mechanisms of the device, his claim that the unit "charges itself" during operation has sparked curiosity and debate. If the generator indeed produces more energy than it consumes, it could represent a significant leap in energy science—or, alternatively, a misinterpretation of how the system functions.

Regardless of the theoretical discussions that may follow, the real-world application and functionality observed in the video stand as testimony to the engineer’s achievement. He has not only conceptualized a fuel-less generator but built a working model capable of sustaining an average household's needs for nearly an entire day.

As excitement builds, many are calling on research institutions, investors, and the government to take a closer look at the device. With proper support and further testing, the potential for mass production could become a reality—putting power into the hands of millions without draining their wallets or the environment.

The story of this engineer from Delta State may just be beginning, but its implications are already rippling across a nation hungry for energy solutions. Whether this is a one-time marvel or the dawn of a new energy era remains to be seen. One thing is certain: Nigeria is watching—and so is the world.

A man in Delta State polytechnic Otefe, have built a fuel less generator. This is commendable pic.twitter.com/GULFtHPAEs

— AVWEROSUOGHENE (@Akinjoshua2017) June 11, 2025