Let’s be honest, making ₦200,000 a month in today’s Nigeria feels like trying to quench a house fire with a sachet of water. It’s not that ₦200k used to be a bad salary.

A few years ago, it was decent. Respectable, even. But in 2025’s economy, where the prices of everything are rising at an insane level, it’s now challenging to manage any level of pay.

So we’re not surprised to hear how much you’ve struggled to at least push your 200k salary to get to the middle of the month.

Well, we’re here to help you provide tips that can help you tighten your already tight budget more, so that your salary can pull you through the month.

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But before we go on, let’s see what life looks like for the average Nigerian trying to stretch ₦200k in an ₦800k economy?

Rent 

If you live in Lagos or Abuja, you already know rent is no joke. A “decent” one-bedroom apartment in a safe, fairly central location? Anywhere from ₦500k to ₦1 million per year. That’s at least ₦41,000/month – if you’re lucky enough to be on a payment plan. Unfortunately, most Nigerian landlords don’t make monthly plans, which makes it even more difficult.

Feeding 

Let’s say you try to eat modestly, cook at home, buy in bulk, and avoid the temptation of chicken and chips from the “new lounge down the road.” You’ll still spend around ₦30,000 – ₦50,000 a month – if you’re highly disciplined and know where to get the cheapest onions. But well, even this depends on how modest you can be.

Transport 

Whether you’re hopping on a danfo, keke, or bolt-ing to work, you’re burning money daily. Fuel price hikes have made even “short” trips expensive. A modest daily commute can now set you back ₦500–₦1000/day, which adds up to ₦20,000–₦30,000/month.

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So you see, there’s no easy way out of it. Add other expenses like subscriptions, bills, and weekend flex, and you can see how unrealistic living on a 200k monthly wage is. But there’s something you can still do. Below are some of the additional things people are doing to survive:

• Side hustles: Freelancing, online gigs, buying and selling, influencing, Uber driving – anything to add to the pot.

• Shared apartments: Two or three people splitting rent in a flat meant for one.

• Sacrifice: Delayed gratification, secondhand everything, and the art of pretending you’re not hungry.

• Credit culture: “Pay small small” is now a lifestyle, not just a slogan.

Conclusion 

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₦200,000 is not poverty, but in today’s Nigeria, it’s barely surviving. The system is squeezing the middle class into exhaustion, and the worst part is, many don’t even complain anymore. We laugh about it online, send memes, and keep it moving. Because complaining doesn’t pay the bills.

If you’re doing it already without tangling yourself with so many debts, keep going. You’re the authentic MVP and deserve to be celebrated.

In a society where weddings are grand, hashtags are trending, and couple goals are posted with soft music playing in the background, there’s a quiet crisis brewing in many Nigerian homes: couples who are married, but emotionally and intimately living like roommates.

They share a roof, bills, and maybe even children – but not dreams, conversations, or connection. It’s the silent epidemic no one tweets about. Because in Nigeria, once you’ve said “I do,” you’re expected to just figure it out, even when the spark is long gone.

Let’s talk about it

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The Picture Perfect Marriage That Barely Exists

Unfortunately, many couples have reached this unfortunate juncture, although it can be so hard to notice from the outside. After all, they still wear their matching outfits to church, pose together at weddings, and even send out joint gifts to their friends. But indoors, the communication continues to dwindle.

Affection is at an all-time low, and no emotional attachments. Just a polite partnership because both parties can’t leave. They’ve become roommates, and no longer the soulmates they used to be.

But Why’s This Happening? 

1. Cultural Pressure to Marry Fast

Society places more value on getting married than staying connected. Many people tie the knot because “it’s time,” not because they’ve built true emotional compatibility. By the time the honeymoon fades, they realise they’re sharing a life with someone they barely know how to talk to.

2. Emotional Illiteracy

Nigerians are raised to be strong, not soft. From a young age, men are told not to show emotions, and women are told to “endure.” The result? Adults who can’t have vulnerable conversations. So when problems arise in the marriage, they shut down and drift apart quietly.

3. Children Change the Game

Once kids enter the picture, many couples turn into co-parents, not partners. The relationship becomes all about survival – school runs, feeding bottles, PTA meetings – and the romance slowly suffocates under the weight of “responsibility.”

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So, What Can Be Done?

1. Communicate Beyond Chores

Communication is a lot and should be considered. Don’t just communicate because you have to communicate. Instead, communicate because you want to.

Ask, “How are you really?” not just “Have you paid the NEPA bill?” Create space for honest conversations, even when it’s uncomfortable.

2. Invest in Intimacy

Not just physical intimacy, but emotional closeness. Take a walk. Go on a no-kid date. Cuddle. Laugh. Remember what made you choose each other and talk about them every once in a while. This way, you’re recreating the spark that once connected you.

3. Normalise Counselling

Therapy isn’t for the broken – it’s for the brave. Even a few sessions can help couples reconnect. Let’s remove the shame around seeking help and do it when the need ever arises.

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4. Stop Performing Marriage for the Public

Social media pressure is real, but don’t let the need to “look happy” replace the effort it takes to be happy. It’s okay to pause and work on your relationship in private.

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The technical structure supports the idea that AAVE is gearing up for its next leg up. RSI and MACD are flattening but still favour the bulls. A push above $100 could be the catalyst that propels AAVE to one of the hottest DeFi leaders this season. Keep an eye on this one – the setup is clean and ripe for a move.

Hedera (HBAR) Price Struggles for Momentum

Hedera (HBAR) has climbed to around $0.159, but the price action is lacklustre. Despite a 4% gain over the past week, indicators like CMF and BBTrend point to lingering weakness, with low volume and RSI dropping to oversold levels. HBAR is testing key support between $0.153 and $0.178, and a breakdown could send it down to $0.124.

For HBAR to break out of this range, it needs to push through resistance at $0.182–$0.20. If it can reclaim that zone, a move toward $0.25 could be on the cards. Watch closely: a shift in volume and sentiment could ignite a fast-moving rally, but without it, HBAR may remain stuck in its current range.

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BlockDAG isn’t waiting for the market to catch up; it’s already on the move. The recent GO LIVE reveal showcased an aggressive six-week launch strategy that begins with the presale closure and leads to 20 centralised exchange listings. CEO Antony Turner has already made the call, and now it’s happening. From airdrops and vesting contracts to mainnet deployment, DeFi rollouts, and a community-ready launchpad, BlockDAG is going all in. This isn’t a theory, it’s full-on execution aimed at the top of the leaderboard.

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The Path Ahead

Aave (AAVE) and Hedera (HBAR) are showing promising signs, with AAVE holding strong above $90 and HBAR climbing toward key resistance. However, both projects still need confirmation before making significant moves. If you’re looking for more than just potential, BlockDAG is already in motion.

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