Empowering Nigerians on How to Apply for the 2024/2025 Commonwealth Scholarships

Racheal A. ARD 31 August 2024

The Federal Ministry of Education – ARDnig This article guides Nigerians on how to apply for the 2024/2025 Commonwealth Scholarships, emphasizing the importance of seizing this opportunity to advance their education and contribute to national development. Introduction to Commonwealth

Encouraging Our Unemployed Graduates and Youth to Embrace Skills Acquisition 

Racheal A. ARD 27 August 2024

Empowering our youth with skills for national growth – ARDnig Skills acquisition is key to lowering unemployment and improving productivity. Effective budgeting supports national goals, while training programs align with economic growth objectives. Encouraging skill development benefits individuals and the economy.  Capacity Building and Education  Skills

FG Enforces 18-Year Age Limit for WAEC and NECO Exams 

Adetutu A. ARD 26 August 2024

Students In Class The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that only individuals aged 18 and above will be allowed to take the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) exams. This was revealed by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, during an interview on Channels Television’s “Sunday Politics.  Age

FG Installs Power Plants in Six Universities 

Adetutu A. ARD 23 August 2024

The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has installed power plants in six federal universities. This move is aimed at providing reliable electricity to key sectors in Nigeria.  Universities Benefiting from the Project  The universities that have received these power plants are:  REA’s Progress in Electrification  According to Abba

NELFUND Receives N50bn from EFCC to Boost Nigerian Education Loan

Racheal A. ARD 23 August 2024

Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director NELFUND – ARDnig NELFUND has received a substantial N50bn from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive. This significant fund injection is aimed at boosting the Nigerian student loan program, a key initiative under Tinubu’s administration. The fund is set to improve

Six Universities Receive Accreditation for Building Programmes 

Adetutu A. ARD 19 August 2024

The Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON) has granted accreditation to the undergraduate building programmes of six universities for the next five years. This decision was announced in a communiqué signed by the Registrar and Secretary to the council, Adetunji Adeniran, in Abuja.  Universities Accredited  The universities that received accreditation

Standard Chartered Bank’s Empowerment Initiative for Women in the Financial Industry to Boost Skills

Racheal A. ARD 16 August 2024

Standard Chartered Bank – ARDnig Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in the financial industry through the expansion of its Banking Academy. The initiative, which now includes participants from across West Africa, aims to develop a pipeline of talented female leaders. Strategic partnerships and a focus on diversity and

NANS National Summit on Drug Abuse A Call to Action for Nigerian Youth

Racheal A. ARD 14 August 2024

National Association of Nigeria Student ARDnig The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) is set to hold a National Summit on Drug Abuse at the University of Abuja to address the growing issue of drug abuse among youths. The summit will feature expert speakers and focus on prevention, rehabilitation, and policy recommendations. A Critical Gathering […]

UNICEF Raises Concern Over Rising Number of Out-of-School Children in Southwest Nigeria 

Adetutu A. ARD 14 August 2024

UNICEF The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised alarm over the increasing dropout rates among adolescents in primary and secondary schools in the Southwest region of Nigeria, which includes Ekiti, Oyo, Lagos, Ondo, Osun, and Ogun states. According to UNICEF, dropout rates in this region range from 8% to 15%.  Dropout and Completion Rates  […]

NELFUND Expands Access to Student Loans with 22 Newly Cleared Institutions

Racheal A. ARD 14 August 2024

NELFUND -ARDnig NELFUND has cleared 22 more state-owned tertiary institutions for student loans, bringing the total to 108. This expansion supports President Tinubu’s commitment to making higher education accessible to all Nigerians through financial assistance. The move is part of the broader implementation of the Access to Higher Education Act, which established