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,

Lagos Students Win N1m and Land in Quiz Competition 

Adetutu A. ARD 13 June 2024

Two students from Oriwu Junior Model College, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Abdulramon Lemboye and Oyindamola Agbede, won the Lagos State Junior Secondary School Quiz Competition organized by the Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation. They received N1 million, two laptops, and two plots of land from AK Model Homes and Properties for their academic excellence. The achievement was […]

Sacrifices Made by Abiola and Others for Democracy Can Never Be Repaid says Tinubu

Racheal A. ARD 12 June 2024

Celebrating Chief MKO Moshood Abiola – ARDnig President Bola Tinubu, in his Democracy Day address, honored the sacrifices of MKO Abiola and other pro-democracy activists who fought for Nigeria’s democracy following the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election. Tinubu emphasized that the efforts and lives lost in the struggle for democracy are irreplaceable and

Happy Democracy Day Nigeria

Okanlawon G. ARD 12 June 2024

Today we celebrate the true heroes who fought for Nigeria’s independence and democracy: Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, Ahmadu Bello, Fela Anikulapo, Herbert Macaulay, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Bola Tinubu, Anthony Enahoro, Tafawa Balewa, M.K.O Abiola, Gani Fawehinmi, Wole Soyinka, Ken Saro-Wiwa, Fela Kuti, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Chinua Achebe, Bola Ige,

[JUST IN] FG Declares Wednesday Public Holiday To celebrate Democracy Day 

Adetutu A. ARD 11 June 2024

The Federal Government has announced that Wednesday, June 12, will be a public holiday to celebrate Democracy Day. The announcement, made by the Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo through a statement by Permanent Secretary Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, congratulates Nigerians and urges reflection on the efforts of the nation’s founding fathers. Tunji-Ojo emphasized the

Healthy Eating Alert NAFDAC Issues Warning on Harmful Food Preservation Methods

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

National Agency For Food and Drugs Administration & Control – ARDnig NAFDAC has warned Nigerians against using sniper (dichlorvos) and other chemicals for food preservation due to severe health risks. The Director General, Mojisola Adeyeye, highlighted that misuse of sniper can cause memory loss, reduced fertility, cancer, and other health issues. Since 2019,

Government Urges Embracing Innovation and Research for Agricultural Sector Expansion

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

Minister For Agriculture : Mr. Kyari, in his address at the Agric-Investment and Capital Market (AICM) Conference – ARDnig The importance of research, innovation, and collaboration cannot be overstated in the quest to advance Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The conference serves as a rallying point for stakeholders to align their efforts towards fostering

Sanwo-Olu Rewards LASU’s Top Graduate with N10m 

Adetutu A. ARD 6 June 2024

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, awarded N10 million to Olaniyi Olawale, LASU’s best graduate with a CGPA of 4.98 in Accounting Education, at the university’s 27th convocation ceremony. The announcement was made by Jubril Gawat, the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, recognizing Olawale’s outstanding academic achievement. 

Finance Minister to Present Plan to President Tinubu Today On Minimum wage.

Adetutu A. ARD 6 June 2024

The Federal Government and labor unions postponed their minimum wage talks until today, awaiting a salary template from Finance Minister Wale Edun. President Tinubu directed Edun to present cost implications for a new minimum wage within 48 hours. Following a two-day nationwide strike, both parties aim to finalize a new, sustainable wage quickly, with collaboration […]

Food Security: Olori Atuwatse Promotes Sustainable Farming in Secondary Schools. 

Adetutu A. ARD 1 June 2024

Olori Atuwatse III, the wife of the Olu of Warri, is spearheading a campaign to introduce farming into the curriculum of secondary schools in Nigeria. Through the ‘Love Garden’ initiative, launched at Dom Domingos College in Delta State, she aims to inspire youths to embrace farming as a sustainable way to support themselves and their […]