NNPC Uncovers 165 Illegal Refineries in Niger Delta 

Adetutu A. ARD 27 June 2024

In the past week, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) uncovered 165 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta. Between June 15 and 21, about 400 incidents of oil theft and vandalism were reported. NNPC found 69 illegal connections in Bayelsa and Rivers States and reported eight

Business Registration Now Possible in 24 Hours, Says CAC

Adetutu A. ARD 25 June 2024

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Ambassador, Michael Nwabufo, announced that business registration can now be completed within 24 hours through a new special registration portal. He urged business owners to utilize this innovation before the July 7 deadline for mandatory registration set by the CAC and the Central Bank of Nigeria. The portal allows businesses […]

Construction of Lagos Fourth Mainland Bridge Set to Begin in 2024

Okanlawon G. ARD 22 June 2024

The construction of the Lagos Fourth Mainland Bridge is set to begin by the end of the first quarter of 2024, potentially by April, as confirmed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. This 38-kilometer bridge will be the second longest in Africa and will include three toll gates, nine interchanges, a 4.5-kilometer Lagoon Bridge, and provisions for […]

BUA Foods and ASR Africa Donate N10m, Foodstuffs to Widows 

Adetutu A. ARD 22 June 2024

On June 20, 2024, the Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative for Africa (ASR Africa) and BUA Foods donated N10 million and foodstuffs to widows in Lagos to mark International Widows’ Day. The donations, distributed at the International Women Society’s (IWS) Widows Feast and Empowerment program, included IRS Pasta, IRS Semolina, and BUA Rice. Ayodele Abioye, Managing Director

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 […]

UN food programme targets Nigeria, others

Adetutu A. ARD 19 June 2024

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has launched a critical initiative to provide food and nutrition assistance to eight countries in West and Central Africa, including Nigeria. The program aims to support 7.3 million people during the June-August lean season, potentially expanding to 12 million if sufficient funding is secured. The region faces severe […]

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

Eid-el Kabir, Kashamu Gifts 8000 Cash, Food Items, “the Essence of Eid-el Kabir

Racheal A. ARD 18 June 2024

Kashamu giving people gift on eid-el kabir day-ARDnig Honourable Abdulrasheed Kashamu, representative of Ijebu North Constituency 1 and Minority Whip of the Ogun State House of Assembly, upheld his family’s tradition of generosity by distributing cash and food items to around 8,000 people during the Eid-el Kabir celebration. Thousands gathered at the Kashamu

Cholera Death Toll Hits 30 with 1,141 Hospitalized

Adetutu A. ARD 15 June 2024

The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) reports 30 cholera deaths and 1,141 suspected cases across several Nigerian states. Director-General Dr. Agnes Asagbra urges caution, especially during the upcoming Salah celebrations. NBMA recommends hygiene practices like boiling water, hand washing, cooking food thoroughly, avoiding raw foods, and maintaining a clean