Schools Postponement in Edo State. How to Turn the Challenge into Growth Opportunities 

The Insights 9 September 2024

Class room – ARDnig The recent fuel price hike in Nigeria has led to the indefinite postponement of school resumption in Edo State. While this presents challenges for parents and students, it also offers an opportunity to focus on personal and academic growth. This article outlines how

Why Prioritizing Health is Key for a Better Life 

The Insights 6 September 2024

Health is wealth, as the popular saying goes, and it couldn’t be more accurate. Prioritizing our health is essential, especially in a country like Nigeria, where access to healthcare can be challenging. By taking small but consistent steps to maintain good health, we can improve the quality of our lives, avoid illnesses, and be more […]

How to Use FRSC’s New App to Verify Driver’s License and Improve Road Safety

The Insights 6 September 2024

The FRSC mobile app -ARDnig The FRSC mobile app provides vital services like driver’s license verification, accident reporting, and road safety alerts. It aims to reduce road crashes and injuries by promoting safer driving habits in Nigeria. Introducing FRSC’s New Mobile App The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has introduced a new mobile app to […]

Nigeria’s Worsening Food Crisis, A Grim Reality Amid Government Confusion

The Insights 26 August 2024

Worsening food crisis in Nigeria – ARDnig Nigeria’s food crisis is worsening due to the dual impacts of dryness and floods, leading to high food prices and potential pest invasions. The government’s response has been criticized as inadequate, with a need for a more decentralized approach to food production and distribution. The Dual Catastrophe: Dryness

NELFUND Receives N50bn from EFCC to Boost Nigerian Education Loan

The Insights 23 August 2024

Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director NELFUND – ARDnig NELFUND has received a substantial N50bn from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive. This significant fund injection is aimed at boosting the Nigerian student loan program, a key initiative under Tinubu’s administration. The fund is set to improve

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

The Insights 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

Standard Chartered Bank’s Empowerment Initiative for Women in the Financial Industry to Boost Skills

The Insights 16 August 2024

Standard Chartered Bank – ARDnig Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in the financial industry through the expansion of its Banking Academy. The initiative, which now includes participants from across West Africa, aims to develop a pipeline of talented female leaders. Strategic partnerships and a focus on diversity and

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

The Insights 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. […]

2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Corps Members Begin Orientation August 28 

The Insights 10 August 2024

The 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course, announced by the National Youth Service Corps, is scheduled to begin on August 28, 2024. The program includes registration, a swearing-in ceremony, and various activities designed to prepare corps members for their service year. The course concludes on September 17, 2024, with corps members expected to be […]

Nigeria’s Youth Council Presents Demands to President Tinubu Amid Economic Hardships

The Insights 1 August 2024

President Bola Tinubu – ARDnig The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has issued a set of demands to President Bola Tinubu to address economic hardships in the country. The demands include economic relief measures, transparency, healthcare access, and support for youth and agriculture. The council stresses the urgency of these actions to prevent a […]