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

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

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 […]

WHO Reports Surge in Global Cholera Cases 

Adetutu A. ARD 21 June 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant rise in cholera cases globally, with nearly 195,000 cases and over 1,900 deaths across 24 countries this year. The highest number of cases is in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, followed by Africa, the Americas, Southeast Asia, and Europe. No cases have been reported in the Western […]

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