Dangote Fuel Price Drop to ₦739 Goes Viral
Nigerians celebrate as Dangote Group reduces fuel price to ₦739 per litre. A young man's viral post declares 'Dangote has won the battle.' Read the public's reaction.
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Fuel Prices Drop: NNPC, MRS, Others Announce New Rates
NNPC, MRS, and Ardova have reduced petrol pump prices across Nigeria, with cuts up to N80 per litre, following Dangote Refinery's major price review. Discover the latest rates in Lagos and Abuja.
TIP Promotes Menstrual Health, Girls' Rights Across Nigeria
The Inclusion Project (TIP) is tackling period poverty in Nigeria through its Menstrual Hygiene Initiative. Girls in Kano and Imo learn to make reusable pads, boosting school attendance and shattering stigma.
Opposition Demands Suspension of New 2026 Tax Regime
The National Opposition Movement warns Nigeria's new tax regime will deepen poverty. They demand immediate suspension and nationwide consultations. Read the full story.
Onaiyekan faults FG's anti-corruption drive, warns of poverty
Cardinal John Onaiyekan criticises the Tinubu administration's handling of corruption and the economy, warning of rising poverty and youth despair. He calls for genuine electoral reform ahead of 2027.
Fuel Price Crashes After Dangote Refinery Slashes Rate
Following Dangote Refinery's price cut to N699 per litre, private depot prices have crashed, ranging from N702.50 to N820. MRS stations now sell at N739. Read the full impact.
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.
Expert Calls for Science-Led Tobacco Harm Reduction
A BAT expert advocates for Tobacco Harm Reduction as a pragmatic public health strategy, citing scientific evidence for safer nicotine alternatives to help adult smokers quit.
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.
Rape survivor's cry: 'Poverty has made my voice silent'
A young woman in Adamawa demands justice after her alleged rapist was granted bail. Stigma and financial barriers threaten her case, highlighting systemic failures for survivors.
Ekiti Workers Queue at 3am for 2kg Gas Donation
Businessman Isaac Fayose decries poverty in Ekiti, as civil servants queue from 3am for donated 2kg gas. He says the state is now a 'Fountain of Poverty'. Read more.
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
Govt Cuts Corporate Tax, Offers N3.4trn Relief to Businesses
The Federal Government has announced major fiscal reforms, cutting corporate income tax to 25% and offering N3.4 trillion in VAT relief to stimulate investment and support the private sector. Read more.
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.
Expert Calls for Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategy in Nigeria
Health expert Dr. Yusuff Adebayo advocates for a science-based Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) approach in Nigeria to reduce smoking-related diseases. Learn about the evidence and policy recommendations.
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.
Egbe-Idimu Council Boss Empowers Skills Graduates
Egbe-Idimu LCDA Chairman Idris Balogun empowers 500 skills acquisition graduates with tools and N100,000 cash each, marking 100 days of 'Renewed Hope Agenda'.
Menstrual Poverty: 37M Nigerian Women Lack Pads
37 million Nigerian women face period poverty as condoms get free distribution priority. Learn why menstrual health needs urgent policy action and government intervention.
Man married when he didn't have a bed - inspiring story
Jerison Amos shares how his wife married him despite poverty. His story encourages young men facing financial constraints and redefines successful marriage.
Husband flees after wife delivers twins, leaves family hungry
A Nigerian mother of five faces starvation after her husband abandoned her following the birth of twins. The desperate woman hasn't eaten in days and needs urgent assistance to care for her children.
FG Distributes 4,000 Electric Tricycles to Youths
President Tinubu unveils 4,000 electric tricycles & motorcycles to slash transport costs by 40%, boost youth employment, and reduce carbon emissions in Nigeria. Read more.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Doro's New Approach to Nigeria's Humanitarian Crises
Dr. Bernard Doro's revolutionary strategy shifts Nigeria's humanitarian response from charity to systemic prevention. Can his technocratic reforms outpace the nation's crises?
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Ogun Govt Commits to Fixing Ota Roads After Protest
Ogun State Government has reaffirmed commitment to rehabilitating major roads in Ota following NBA protest. Government warns against political blackmailers while revealing HIV/AIDS progress.
AI Tool to Reduce Nigeria's Case Backlog by 40%
LawPavilion's new AI system promises to transform Nigeria's justice system, potentially clearing over 600,000 backlogged cases within three years through advanced legal technology.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi Tackles Leaders Over Nigeria's Insecurity Wave
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
Eruku CAC Holds First Service After Bandit Attack
Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku resumes services after deadly bandit attack that killed 3, kidnapped 38. Heavy security deployment follows presidential directive.
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