UN food programme targets Nigeria, others

Adetutu A, The Insights 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

Nigerian Education Loan Fund Portal Opened  for Student Loan Applications

Racheal A, The Insights 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, The Insights 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, The Insights 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, The Insights 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

NELFUND Reassures Fair Access to Student Loans

Adetutu A, The Insights 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, emphasized the organization’s commitment to a transparent and fair application

Lagos Students Win N1m and Land in Quiz Competition 

Adetutu A, The Insights 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, The Insights 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, The Insights 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, The Insights 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