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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.

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.

244,000 Sokoto Residents Get Federal Financial Aid

Over 244,000 residents across Sokoto State's 244 wards will benefit from Federal Government's cash intervention program starting January. Governor Aliyu confirms equitable distribution.

Anambra 2025: Vote-Buying Reaches ₦30,000

Anambra's 2025 elections exposed alarming vote-buying patterns with prices reaching ₦30,000. Analysis reveals how poverty and political strategy fuel Nigeria's electoral market. Learn the shocking details.

Man: Don't Marry for Love If You're Poor

A Nigerian man's viral advice urges people from poor backgrounds to view marriage strategically, not just emotionally. His statement sparks major online debate.

US-Nigeria Rift May Widen Poverty - Economist

Renowned economist Professor Godwin Owoh warns that deteriorating relations with the United States could have devastating consequences for Nigeria's economy, potentially pushing millions into poverty and stalling development.

Katsina Budgets ₦341bn for Social Sector in 2026

Katsina State Government announces massive ₦341 billion investment in social services for 2026 fiscal year, focusing on education, healthcare, and poverty reduction initiatives across the state.

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