Oyo Denies Paying Ransom For Abducted Pupils, Teachers
The Oyo State Government has dismissed reports alleging that it paid ransom to bandits for the release of pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area, insisting that the…
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Politics
Akpabio: I Quit PDP After Realising It Was Wrong Party
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has said his decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was driven by the belief that he…
Business
Dangote Refinery Slashes Ex-Depot Petrol Price To ₦1,075/Litre
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), lowering the cost from ₦1,125 to ₦1,075 per litre. The fresh ₦50 cut,…
Videos
Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam
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Metro
Rivers Police Probe Fresh Eleme-Okrika Clash, LG Suspends Real Estate Activities
The Rivers State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the renewed communal violence between Eleme and Okrika local government areas following a fresh outbreak of hostilities on Thursday night.…
Entertainment
‘Afrobeats Not Close To Athletes In Earnings’ — BNXN Compares Musicians, NBA Players
Afrobeats singer Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has weighed in on the debate over whether musicians or athletes are wealthier, stating that NBA players earn significantly more than most…
LOVE, MARRIAGE & REALITIES with Doubra Timi-Wood
Why Small Issues Turn Into Big Fights In Marriage
Have you ever found yourself arguing with your spouse and in the middle of it, something hits you: “We’ve had this argument before.” Maybe not over the exact same…
Foreign
Former EU Lawmaker Probing Spyware Abuse Targeted With Pegasus, Researchers Reveal
A former member of the European Parliament who helped investigate the misuse of surveillance technology across the European Union was himself targeted with Pegasus spyware, according to a report released…
Sports
Klopp Set To Return As Germany Coach After Accepting Role
Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is on the verge of becoming the new head coach of Germany national football team after reportedly accepting the role. The experienced German tactician is…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
Gbaja/Adeyemi Scandal: Pinnacle Of Corruption Or A Test Of Accountability?
The controversy involving Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has quickly evolved from a dispute between two individuals into a broader debate about governance,…
Exclusive
Electricity Now Nigeria’s Biggest Economic Growth Challenge
Why fixing power has become more important than building more roads, factories or even attracting investment For decades, economists have argued over what makes countries rich. Some say it is…
Health
Lagos Tops HIV Chart As Nigeria Records 102,025 New Cases
Nigeria recorded 102,025 new HIV infections in 2025, with Lagos accounting for the highest number of fresh cases, according to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s State of…
Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside
When Conscience Finds Its Voice
Every nation eventually reaches a point where silence stops being prudence and becomes complicity. There are moments when patience can no longer disguise decay, when restraint begins to look like…
When Water Turns Dangerous: How Pollution is Driving Disease in Nigeria
In many Nigerian households today, something as ordinary as drinking water has quietly become a risk. What should be a basic necessity now carries uncertainty. From the busy commercial hub…
Opinion
Gbaja/Adeyemi Scandal: Pinnacle Of Corruption Or A Test Of Accountability?
The controversy involving Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has quickly evolved from a dispute between two individuals into a broader debate about governance,…
Global Recognition, National Opportunity
For too long, the dominant story about Nigerian universities has been one of decline. Public debate has focused on inadequate funding, recurring industrial disputes, weak infrastructure, brain drain, declining research…
Education
FG Urges States, Private Schools To Join Digital Education Database
The Federal Government has called on state governments, local government education authorities and private school proprietors to enrol in the Digitalised Nigeria Education Management Information System (DNEMIS), describing comprehensive and…
Tech
WhatsApp Unveils Usernames To Boost User Privacy
WhatsApp has unveiled usernames, a new privacy feature that will allow users to connect without sharing their phone numbers. The Meta-owned messaging platform announced on Monday, June 29, 2026, that…
First News TV
Bayelsa Creatives Converge: Igniting Innovation and Growth in the State’s Creative Industry
Bayelsa state recently hosted a remarkable gathering of local artists, innovators, and entrepreneurs, highlighting the state’s growing creative sector. The event showcased the talent and potential within Bayelsa’s music, fashion, art, and technology scenes, fostering collaboration and growth.
Bayelsa’s First Lady, Mrs. Gloria Diri, Former Commissioner for Information, Dr. Daniel Iworiso-Markson, Rt. Honourable Tonye Isenah, Ovieteme George and Mr. Harry Porbeni were among the key figures who shared inspiring words with attendees.
THE NIGER DELTA OF OUR DREAMS
AN EXCLUSIVE DOCUMENTARY BY FIRST NEWS MEDIA
“THE NIGER DELTA OF OUR DREAM”
Is it possible for the owner of the well to lack water in his house? Sadly this has become the story of the Niger Delta. The Niger Delta region is home to the lifeblood of Nigeria’s economy yet our life and blood is left to ruins. How did we get here? Was the discovery of oil in our region a curse or a blessing?
The answer depends on the choices we make today.
What is the way foward?
Find out in this very insightful documentary.
This is the story of the Niger Delta, the struggle for its soul, and the possibility of a better tomorrow.
Our voices will continually be heard until we see the Niger Delta of Our dreams.
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Food
Hilda Baci Hosts Gino Jollof Festival in Record-Breaking Attempt
Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has embarked on a new culinary milestone as she attempts to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice at the Gino Jollof Festival,…