Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
A former Texas substitute teacher and her boyfriend are jailed on charges of aggravated assault of a child and possessing illegal material. Read the full story.
A young Nigerian mother pleads for help on TikTok, alleging her husband and his family assaulted her and took her 2-year-old child. Read the full story and public reactions.
As CAR holds pivotal elections, explore its journey from war to fragile peace, its economic struggles, and its bold bitcoin move. Get the full story here.
InnerCity Mission for Children marks 20 years by distributing over 13 billion meal packs and launching a global campaign for 20 million acts of kindness. Join the mission to end child hunger.
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.
The National Opposition Movement warns Nigeria's new tax regime will deepen poverty. They demand immediate suspension and nationwide consultations. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
ACE Strategy and Consults reveals its 2025 success, reaching millions of Nigerian children through immunisation and digital enumeration. Discover the strategies behind this public health milestone.
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.
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.
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
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
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.
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.
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 LCDA Chairman Idris Balogun empowers 500 skills acquisition graduates with tools and N100,000 cash each, marking 100 days of 'Renewed Hope Agenda'.
A suspected serial rapist has been apprehended at a Lagos school after a survivor recognized him. Residents took him to Ojodu police station following attempted assault.
37 million Nigerian women face period poverty as condoms get free distribution priority. Learn why menstrual health needs urgent policy action and government intervention.
Jerison Amos shares how his wife married him despite poverty. His story encourages young men facing financial constraints and redefines successful marriage.
Samuel, a Nigerian boy accused of witchcraft and nearly killed 12 years ago, has gained university admission thanks to Anja Ringgren Lovén's rescue. Read his inspiring journey from survival to education.
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.
Samuel, rescued after being accused of witchcraft in Akwa Ibom 12 years ago, celebrates university matriculation through Land of Hope. Read his inspiring survival story.
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Amufie community, arresting parents, groom, and matchmaker. Officials vow to educate and rehabilitate the girl.
President Tinubu's aide calls for enhanced donor collaboration to tackle Nigeria's malnutrition crisis. Lawmakers report significant progress in maternal and child nutrition programs across multiple states.
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Enugu Ezike, arresting the parents, groom, and matchmaker. The rescued teenager will be empowered through education. #ChildRights #EndChildMarriage
Sophia Momodu, Davido's first baby mama, publicly waives all child support payments and condemns online attacks targeting their daughter, Imade. Read her full statement.