Special Documentary Series

UN Backs Africa’s Push To Show Its True Size On World Map

The United Nations General Assembly has backed an Africa-led campaign for more accurate representations of the world’s continents, giving fresh international momentum to efforts to move beyond the widely used…

Politics

Boko Haram Attack APC Gov’ship Candidate’s Convoy In Borno

The convoy of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Borno State, Engr. Mustapha Gubio, came under attack from suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Thursday evening. The incident occurred…

Business

Uber Had Been Planning Nigeria Exit Before Airport Dispute — FAAN MD

Uber had been considering leaving the Nigerian market before its disagreement with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) over airport operations, FAAN Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, has said. Kuku…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

NSCDC Busts Human Trafficking Ring, Rescues 15 Minors Sold For N2m Each In Nasarawa

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued 15 minors allegedly trafficked and sold for N2m each by a suspected member of a human trafficking syndicate in Nasarawa State.…

Entertainment

Beyond 37 Gifts: Inside Priscilla Ojo’s Expanding Empire

For Priscilla Ojo, 37 gifts for her husband’s 37th birthday were never going to be just gifts. They were a spectacle, a love language and, in true Priscilla fashion, another…

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

DUI: Tiger Woods Pleads No Contest, Gets Five-Year Driving Ban

Tiger Woods has avoided jail after resolving his Florida crash case through a plea agreement that reduced the original DUI charge to reckless driving. The 50-year-old 15-time major champion appeared…

Sports

Osimhen Scores Again As Galatasaray Edge Basaksehir In Five-Goal Thriller

Victor Osimhen continued his impressive goalscoring run for Galatasaray, finding the net again as the Turkish champions secured a 3-2 away victory over Basaksehir on Friday. The Nigerian striker’s latest…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

THE IDOMA QUESTION: EQUITY, REPRESENTATION AND JUSTICE

…a call for justice, inclusive governance and equal belonging in Benue State The Idoma people increasingly perceive themselves as politically and socioeconomically marginalised in Benue State. Their concerns span infrastructure,…

Exclusive

FOREIGN AID BILL: Nigeria’s New Battle Over Donor Funds, NGOs

Nigeria is again debating how much oversight government should exercise over foreign-funded activities, nearly a decade after a controversial attempt to establish a regulatory commission for non-governmental organisations triggered strong…

Health

95% of Fever Cases In Lagos Not Malaria — Commissioner

The Lagos State Government has introduced a “Test Before Treat” approach after a state-wide study revealed that about 95 per cent of people who sought treatment for fever did not…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Beyond Concrete: Enugu’s Bet on Talent and the Future

Nigeria has become remarkably good at celebrating what government can photograph. Roads, bridges, and public buildings offer visible evidence of activity; they can be commissioned, named, and displayed as proof…

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

THE IDOMA QUESTION: EQUITY, REPRESENTATION AND JUSTICE

…a call for justice, inclusive governance and equal belonging in Benue State The Idoma people increasingly perceive themselves as politically and socioeconomically marginalised in Benue State. Their concerns span infrastructure,…

A Round Peg In Round Hole: Celebrating Ambassador Syndoph Paebi Endoni As He Assumes Duty In Burkina Faso

On 25th August 2026, a distinguished son of Bayelsa State, an accomplished Nigerian career diplomat and a man whose life has been defined by service, integrity, friendship and patriotism, His…

Education

AAUA Students Protest 68-Day Strike, Demand Resumption

Students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, took to the streets on Thursday to protest the 68-day industrial action by workers’ unions and demand the immediate resumption of academic…

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

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,…