The chapter examines the role of media in humanising poverty through ethical storytelling in Nigeria. It discusses how media outlets have shifted the poverty narrative from statistics to empathetic human experiences. Tracing historical portrayals of poverty, it acknowledges biases and evaluates media practices from traditional to digital, highlighting challenges and opportunities. Case studies demonstrate effective ethical storytelling that transcends stereotypes. The chapter assesses ethical considerations across various media and explores their impact on public perceptions, societal views, and policy formulation. The chapter concludes by emphasising the transformative potential of ethical storytelling in media for societal change and offers practical insights for media practitioners, policymakers, and scholars.