A seven-year-old boy named Kendis, whose emotional story about poverty and hope went viral online, has been rewarded with a ₦2.5 million cash gift and a full university scholarship.

His painting of Ogun State APC governorship candidate Senator Solomon Adeola (Yayi) gained massive attention after being shared on TikTok by his father.

Kendis's artwork, titled 'Tomorrow never comes,' was inspired by his father's constant promises of 'things will get better tomorrow' despite their financial struggles.

The young artist's touching explanation behind the painting resonated with Nigerians, leading to a life-changing reward during Senator Adeola's Scholarship and Bursary Award Ceremony.The gesture was praised as a powerful way to encourage young talents and reward creativity.Kendis's story highlights the impact of art and hope in overcoming adversity, securing his future with education and financial support.