Govt Allocates N18bn for Compensation Along Lagos-Calabar Highway 

Racheal A. ARD 4 November 2024

Federal Ministry of Works – ARDnig The government has committed N18 billion to compensate property owners affected by the Lagos-Calabar highway project. Minister Umahi highlighted legal challenges and emphasized transparency in the compensation process. Contracts for delayed projects have

Sterling Bank Leads Initiative to Empower Over 300 Girls in Lagos 

Adetutu A. ARD 30 October 2024

In celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, Sterling Bank, alongside partners Sterling One Foundation and Giving.ng, organized an impactful empowerment event for over 300 girls at Aje Comprehensive College, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos. This initiative, supported by Sterling Bank’s Bloom Network, was designed to equip young girls with the skills and knowledge essential

Zenith Bank Apologizes for Service Disruptions, Confirms Restoration 

Adetutu A. ARD 3 October 2024

Zenith Bank has apologized to its customers for the recent disruption in services due to an information technology (IT) upgrade. The bank announced the completion of the upgrade, assuring customers that services have been fully restored.  Service Disruption Frustrates Customers  The bank had earlier informed customers about scheduled maintenance from September 29 to

NAFDAC Boss Warns Against Fake and Counterfeit Drugs 

Adetutu A. ARD 27 September 2024

Nafdac DG, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has raised an alarm about the high level of fake, substandard, and counterfeit drugs circulating in Nigeria. Speaking at a sensitisation programme in Ibadan, Oyo State, she expressed deep concern over the […]

Improving Conditions for Healthcare Workers in Nigeria 

Adetutu A. ARD 26 September 2024

Doctors At Work The Vice Chancellor of Elizade University, Prof. Kayode Ijadunola, has urged both federal and state governments to create better working conditions for doctors and other health workers. His remarks came during the induction of 23 new professional nurses into the Nurses and Midwifery Council of Nigeria on Wednesday. He expressed concern about […]

BUA Foods Expands to Boost Nigeria’s Food Security 

Adetutu A. ARD 25 September 2024

Chairman BUA Group, Abdul-Samad Rabiu BUA Foods Plc has announced plans to expand its pasta production facility by partnering with FAVA, an Italian company known for making pasta equipment. This move aims to enhance food security in Nigeria.  Increasing Production Capacity Chairman of BUA Foods, Abdul Samad Rabiu, shared that the expansion is part of their […]

Chioma Chukwuka Leads the Fight Against Malnutrition with Action Against Hunger

Racheal A. ARD 19 September 2024

Chioma Chukwuka Leads the Fight Against Malnutrition with Action Against Hunger – ARDnig Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha, a Nollywood actress and Goodwill Ambassador for Nutrition, collaborates with USAID and NGOs to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating in Nigeria. Her focus is on educating families, especially mothers, to make better nutrition choices for

FG Declares Monday Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration 

Racheal A. ARD 14 September 2024

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, acting on behalf of the Federal Government – ARDnig The Federal Government declared Monday, 16th September 2024, a public holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid, urging Nigerians to reflect on patience, sacrifice, and unity. The holiday marks the celebration of the Prophet Muhammad’s birth and calls for prayers for peace and

NEMA Distributes 30,000 Bags of Maize and Garri to Akwa Ibom State 

Adetutu A. ARD 11 September 2024

National Emergency Management Agency[NEMA] The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has handed over 24,180 bags of maize and 5,828 bags of garri to the Akwa Ibom State Government. The food items are meant for distribution to vulnerable individuals across the state.  NEMA’s Efforts to Combat Economic Hardship  NEMA’s Director General, Mrs. Zubaida

How NEITI’s Call for Resource Mobilization Can Help Nigerians Grow 

Racheal A. ARD 10 September 2024

Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative – ARDnig The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) recently urged African countries to work together in mobilizing resources for development, and diversification in African countries. Nigerians can learn from this by applying these strategies to their personal and business lives, focusing on income