JAMB Warns Universities Against Admitting Underage Students 

Adetutu A. ARD 9 July 2024

Prof. Ishaq Oloyede speaking -ARDNig Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, has warned Nigerian universities to stop admitting underage students, calling it illegal. He highlighted a case where a 15-year-old applied for a postgraduate course in Europe, revealing issues with admission

Six Nigerian Students Win Top Cambridge Awards

Adetutu A. ARD 5 July 2024

Six Nigerian students from three secondary schools have been awarded the Top in the World Outstanding Cambridge Learners Awards for their performance in the June and November 2023 Cambridge exams. The awards, announced by Mrs. Lucy Pearson, Country Director of the Nigeria British Council, recognize students who achieved the highest global marks in English as […]

Ogun State Student Wins 2024 Brightest Top National Agric Science Quiz contest

Racheal A. ARD 5 July 2024

15-year-old Nimotallah Tiamiyu from Ogun State wins the 2024 Brightest National Agric Science Quiz Contest -ARDnig Summary 15-year-old Nimotallah Tiamiyu from Ogun State wins the 2024 Brightest National Agric Science Quiz Contest, earning a N4 million scholarship. The contest, organized by JustMedia Production and sponsored by OCP Africa, BlackCountry Farms, and Providus

Ajayi Crowther University Offers Three Certificates to Graduates 

Adetutu A. ARD 24 June 2024

Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State now offers its graduates three certificates: a degree certificate, a Mind Education certificate, and an Entrepreneurship Training certificate. This initiative, described as unprecedented in Nigeria, was announced during a visit by Mind Education experts from China and Korea. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Timothy Adebayo highlighted that the

Nigerian Businesses Do Not Understand the Value of Reviews

Okanlawon G. ARD 23 June 2024

Nigerian Businesses Do Not Understand the Value of Reviews. Let’s first understand the context or word reviews. So, what are reviews? Reviews are customers’ opinions and feedback about your business, products, or services. They provide insights into what customers think and feel about your offerings. What people think of reviews Many Nigerian businesses often see

Wisdom International School of Excellence Shortlisted for 2024 World’s Best School Prize

Racheal A. ARD 21 June 2024

Top 10 World’s Best School Prizes -ARDnig Wisdom International School of Excellence in Abuja is a finalist for the 2024 World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity. The school has been recognized for addressing the health issue of open defecation and is now competing for a share of a $50,000 prize fund. Public voting is […]

Lagos State Invests N1 Billion Fund for Startup Development and Empowerment

Racheal A. ARD 21 June 2024

Governor Babajide Sanwo- Olu -ARDnig The Lagos State government under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has allocated N1 billion as a seed fund for startups to the Lagos State Science, Research, and Innovation Council (LASRIC) to support startup development, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth. The fund is expected to […]

Nigerian Education Loan Fund Portal Opened  for Student Loan Applications

Racheal A. ARD 19 June 2024

President Bola Tinubu had on April 3 signed the National Students Loan Amendment bill into law- ARDnig The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the official opening of its student loan application portal on May 24, 2024. This significant milestone, confirmed on Thursday night through a statement signed by NELFUND’s media lead, Nasir Ayitogo, […]

Bayero University Kano translates science textbooks into Hausa

Adetutu A. ARD 18 June 2024

Bayero University Kano (BUK) has translated Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics textbooks into Hausa. This project aims to improve science education for Hausa-speaking students, making learning easier and more engaging. Eight textbooks were translated under the leadership of Professor Liyu Mu’azu, with plans to expand to other subjects and educational levels. The

NELFUND Reassures Fair Access to Student Loans

Adetutu A. ARD 14 June 2024

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that all eligible Nigerian students can access its interest-free loan program without needing influential connections or “godfathers.” Dr. Fred Femi Akinfala, Executive Director of Finance and Administration at NELFUND, emphasized the organization’s commitment to a transparent and fair application