Special Documentary Series

Abia Specialist Hospital Performs First Major Brain Surgery

The Abia State Specialist Hospital and Diagnostic Centre in Umuahia has successfully carried out its first major brain surgery, marking a significant development in specialist healthcare delivery in the state.…

Politics

2027: Otti Vows To Stop Violence During Election Campaigns

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has warned political actors against violence during the 2027 general elections, assuring that the state would maintain a peaceful and conducive atmosphere for political campaigns.…

Business

Tinubu: Nigeria Reducing Oil Dependence, Targets Gas-led Energy Future

President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria is steadily reducing its dependence on crude oil revenue, while announcing plans to make gas a central pillar of the country’s energy strategy. Tinubu…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu To Celebrate Lagos Elder Statesman Olusi At 90

The Lagos State Government will celebrate the 90th birthday of elder statesman, Prince Tajudeen Olusi, with a series of events spanning three days. The celebration, to be hosted by Governor…

Entertainment

Chris Brown Accuses Baby Mama Of Blocking Access To Daughter

American singer Chris Brown has accused one of his baby mothers of preventing him from spending time with their daughter, Lovely, while allegedly attempting to create a false narrative against…

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

Two Die In Channel Crossing As Two Women Suffer Burns

Two migrants have died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to Britain, with two others hospitalised after suffering serious burns, French authorities said on Monday. The incident…

Sports

NPFL Brings Back Friday Night Football

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is set to bring back Friday night fixtures as part of a revised matchday calendar featuring earlier kick-offs for selected weekend games. Announced on…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

SWEET AND SOUR: Nigeria My Heartbreaking Age Mate

Nigeria cast aside the shackles of colonialism and became an independent nation exactly 66 years ago. I am also 66; and as I have pointed out to anyone who will…

Exclusive

Africa’s Refining Moment — And Nigeria’s Inflection Point

Africa stands at a defining moment in the evolution of its energy economy. For decades, the continent has exported crude while importing a substantial share of the refined petroleum products…

Health

Yobe Medical Director Loses Doctor, Pharmacist Twin Daughters Two Days Apart

The Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre, Nguru, Yobe State, Professor Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, has lost her twin daughters, Dr Hadiyah Usman Abdullahi, a medical doctor, and Aidah Usman…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

King Jaja’s Challenge to Nigeria: Power, Defiance and Economic Self-Determination

If King Jaja of Opobo were alive in Nigeria today, where would he stand in a country wrestling with diplomatic pressures, economic uncertainty and deepening social tensions and what would…

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

SWEET AND SOUR: Nigeria My Heartbreaking Age Mate

Nigeria cast aside the shackles of colonialism and became an independent nation exactly 66 years ago. I am also 66; and as I have pointed out to anyone who will…

EDITORIAL: Nigeria At 66: The Country We Must Still Build

Nigeria is 66 today. On October 1, 1960, the country emerged from colonial rule with the promise of a new beginning. Sixty-six years later, the Nigerian story remains one of…

Education

NUT Decries Delay In Implementing Special Salary Scale For Teachers

The National Union of Teachers has renewed its demand for the implementation of the special salary structure approved for teachers in basic and secondary schools under the administration of former…

Tech

Chinese Humanoids Smash Human Speed Records In Beijing

China’s humanoid robots are making rapid strides, posting times beyond established human athletics benchmarks at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The competition opened Saturday, August 22, at Beijing’s…

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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Let’s make our region great again!.

Food

Chicken Casserole: A Meal of Comfort and Nourishment

Chicken casserole is a hearty and satisfying meal that combines tender chicken with vegetables, herbs, spices and a rich sauce. Known for its comforting taste and versatility, the dish has…