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4 Nigerians Who Became Famous Overnight in 2025

From a tragic murder case to a student-lecturer assault, revisit the four Nigerians whose viral incidents in 2025 sparked nationwide debate and instant fame. Read their stories here.

FG Pushes States to Lead Disaster, Poverty Response

Federal Government mandates states to lead humanitarian and poverty reduction efforts. New 'One Humanitarian, One Poverty Reduction System' aims to harmonise interventions and boost accountability.

NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted

Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.

Senate Pushes for Structured Social Welfare to Reduce Poverty

The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste

Mr P: Poverty, Not Death, Is My Greatest Fear

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, opens up about his deep-seated fear of poverty stemming from childhood trauma and addresses the P-Square split. Read his full story.

Mr P Opens Up on Childhood Poverty Trauma

Nigerian music star Mr P of Psquare shares his harrowing childhood story of living eight in one room and having his home demolished. He reveals why poverty, not death, remains his greatest fear.

U.S. Mission Nigeria Launches Social Media Skit Contest

The U.S. Mission Nigeria invites creative Nigerians aged 18-45 to join the 'Made in America, Loved in Nigeria' skit contest. Submit a 90-second video for a chance to win media equipment and mentorship. Apply by December 8, 2025!

Reps Probe Missing ₦30bn NSIPA Funds

The House of Representatives investigates the whereabouts of over ₦30bn recovered from NSIPA, demanding its release to restart vital poverty-alleviation programmes. Read the full story.

FG Launches Device Credit for 15,000 Nigerians

The Federal Government, via CREDICORP, launches a national digital device credit programme to make smartphones and laptops affordable for over 15,000 working Nigerians, boosting digital inclusion.

Nigeria Sets Record for NBA Player Representation

Nigeria boasts the largest African contingent in the NBA this season, with stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Deandre Ayton highlighting a record 135 international players. Discover the full story.

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