Healthy Eating Alert NAFDAC Issues Warning on Harmful Food Preservation Methods

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

National Agency For Food and Drugs Administration & Control – ARDnig NAFDAC has warned Nigerians against using sniper (dichlorvos) and other chemicals for food preservation due to severe health risks. The Director General, Mojisola Adeyeye, highlighted that misuse of sniper can cause

Government Urges Embracing Innovation and Research for Agricultural Sector Expansion

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

Minister For Agriculture : Mr. Kyari, in his address at the Agric-Investment and Capital Market (AICM) Conference – ARDnig The importance of research, innovation, and collaboration cannot be overstated in the quest to advance Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The conference serves as a rallying point for stakeholders to align their efforts towards fostering

Sustaining the N-Power Initiative for the Empowerment of Nigerian Youth

Racheal A. ARD 1 June 2024

Partnerships with organizations like MTN can enhance the success of the N-Power program – Government Official The recent launch of the N-Power Volunteer Project by the Federal Government is a step towards preparing young Nigerians for this new economic landscape. The initiative addresses youth unemployment by offering large-scale skill development opportunities and

FG Plans to Roll Out 5,000 CNG Tricycles in Three Months 

Adetutu A. ARD 1 June 2024

Exciting news for Nigeria! The Federal Government is set to roll out 5,000 CNG-powered tricycles in the next three months as part of its commitment to promoting cleaner energy and affordable transportation. This initiative will create thousands of jobs, boost the economy, and reduce transportation costs for Nigerians. Read on to learn more about the […]

Social Enterprises in Nigeria that work to protect and empower women

Racheal A. ARD 30 May 2024

Africa woman -ARDnig Empowering women is essential for the progress of society as a whole. Through support, advocacy, and empowerment, we can create a more inclusive and equitable world for all. This post highlights impactful social enterprises in Nigeria dedicated to protecting and empowering women, showcasing their efforts in promoting gender equality, providing support,

Access Bank to Support Africa’s Transformation with $300 Million Fund

Adetutu A. ARD 30 May 2024

Access Bank, in collaboration with the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, has launched a transformative project to raise $300 million for major government initiatives across Africa. Announced at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, this 20-year commitment aims to enhance Africa’s role in global affairs by supporting transformative reforms, particularly in digital public

Dangote’s Call for Increased Investments to Drive Africa’s Economic Growth.

Adetutu A. ARD 28 May 2024

Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), delivered a keynote address at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, urging for increased investments across Africa to stimulate rapid economic growth. He emphasized Africa’s pivotal role in global progress and cautioned against overreliance on raw material exports. Dangote advocated for nurturing

Unveiling the Future: APM Terminals Hosts School-to-Sea Programme for Maritime Aspirants

Adetutu A. ARD 27 May 2024

The article highlights a collaborative initiative between APM Terminals Apapa and the Ocean Ambassadors Foundation aimed at educating secondary school students about career opportunities in the maritime industry. Commemorating Children’s Day, this partnership underscores the importance of grooming future maritime professionals, aligning with the Federal Government’s focus

Nigeria ERO host General Assembly on how Nigeria can achieve regional self Sufficient in rice production

Racheal A. ARD 24 May 2024

Partnership and collaboration Strong alliances drive sustainable growth and prosperity in the region, key to regional rice production success in West Africa. Together we thrive, united we prosper. Nigeria recently hosted the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Rice Observatory (ERO) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, with the aim of achieving […]

Ogun State Disburses N1bn Operational Grant to Boost Small Businesses

Okanlawon G. ARD 22 May 2024

Ogun State Government has commenced the disbursement of the second phase of the N1 billion Operational Grant under its OG-Cares scheme. This grant aims to support Micro and Small-scale Enterprises (MSEs) in the state. The first phase in 2023 saw 1,000 micro entrepreneurs receiving N100,000 each, while small-scale entrepreneurs received N350,000 each. In this second […]