FG Postpones N150bn Loan Disbursement for Manufacturers to September 

Adetutu A. ARD 19 August 2024

Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite The Federal Government has postponed the start of the N150 billion loan disbursement for manufacturers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to September. This update was confirmed by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, during

REA and Community Energy Partner to Combat Food Insecurity through Solar Irrigation

Racheal A. ARD 17 August 2024

Tomatoes in the market – ARDnig The REA and CESEL have partnered to combat food insecurity in Nigeria by deploying solar-powered irrigation systems across 200,000 hectares of farmland. This initiative aims to increase food production by 1.2 million tons annually, replace fossil fuel-powered pumps with clean energy, and promote energy efficiency. Innovative

FG Threatens to Revoke Licenses of Fuel Marketers Over Petrol Hoarding 

Adetutu A. ARD 17 August 2024

On Friday, long lines of vehicles were seen at fuel stations across Abuja, Niger, Nasarawa, Kaduna, and other states as the fuel scarcity continues. Some stations were closed due to a lack of petrol, while others sold at very high prices. For example, in the Kado area of Abuja, some stations sold petrol for as […]

Ogun State Launches Health Insurance Scheme for Workers 

Adetutu A. ARD 16 August 2024

Governor,Dapo Abiodun The Ogun State Government has introduced a new health insurance scheme specifically for workers in the formal sector, including civil servants, public servants, and employees in the organized private sector. This initiative is part of the activities marking the 2024 Public Service Week.  Government to Cover 50% of Premiums  During the

FG Implements Duty-Free Importation of Food Items to Combat Inflation

Racheal A. ARD 16 August 2024

Controller General, Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi- ARDnig The Federal Government of Nigeria has implemented a duty-free import policy on essential food items to combat rising food prices. The policy, effective from July 15 to December 31, 2024, focuses on items like maize, rice, and wheat, and aims to ease inflation while supporting local production. […]

Federal Government Initiatives Nigerians Should Know About 

Adetutu A. ARD 15 August 2024

Minister Of Information,Mohammed Idris Malagi The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, recently announced that Nigerians can benefit from important initiatives set up by the Federal Government. These initiatives cover different areas like education, transportation, business, housing, and skills acquisition. Idris shared this information on X

Minister Promises Stable Power Supply Across Nigeria 

Adetutu A. ARD 14 August 2024

Minister of power , Adebayo Adelabu Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, has assured Nigerians of stable and sustainable power supply throughout the country. He gave this assurance during his visit to the Calabar Power Plant of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) in Cross River State.  Inspection and Assessment  During his visit, Adelabu […]

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