Special Documentary Series

Falana Urges FG To Sue South Africa Over Killings Of Nigerians

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has called on the Federal Government to take legal action against South Africa over the alleged killings and mistreatment of Nigerians, saying diplomatic protests…

Politics

INEC Platforms Suffered Cyberattacks During 2023 Election — Ex-National Commissioner 

A former national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Festus Okoye, has disclosed that the commission’s digital platforms were targeted by cyberattacks during the 2023 presidential election. Okoye…

Business

Nigeria’s Oil Output Rises To 1.68m Bpd As Production Recovery Continues

Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production increased slightly to 1,677,777 barrels per day in August 2026, up 0.4 per cent from the 1,671,000 bpd recorded in July. The latest figures…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover Guns In Delta

The Delta State Police Command said its operatives have arrested two suspects and recovered two pump-action guns, 18 live cartridges and other dangerous items in separate intelligence-led operations aimed at…

Entertainment

Ruth Kadiri: Still Alive, Still Unshaken, Still Opening Doors

Death came calling for Ruth Kadiri last Sunday, not in person, but on social media. For a woman whose career has largely been built around telling stories, the Nollywood actress…

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

SA Police Arrest Two Women For Kidnaping, Raping Male Driver

Operatives of the South African police have arrested five suspects, including two women, over the alleged kidnapping and rape of a 25-year-old e-hailing driver in Cape Town. South African Police…

Sports

Falconets Thrash New Caledonia 10-1 To Reach U20 World Cup Knockout Stage

Nigeria’s Falconets delivered a stunning attacking display as they demolished New Caledonia 10-1 in their final Group F match at the FIFA Women’s U20 World Cup. The Nigerian side wasted…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

African Energy Week 2026: Why Leaders Must Be in the Room

In energy, finance and economic policy, absence is rarely neutral. It can mean surrendering influence to those who show up. That is why African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 matters. Africa…

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

Diphtheria: Lagos Confirms Six Cases, Steps Up Surveillance

Lagos State has confirmed six diphtheria cases from 53 suspected infections recorded in 2026, Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has disclosed. Abayomi made the disclosure on Wednesday, September 9,…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Osun Election: APC, PDP Challenge Adeleke’s Victory At Tribunal

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have separately approached the Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal to challenge the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The…

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

African Energy Week 2026: Why Leaders Must Be in the Room

In energy, finance and economic policy, absence is rarely neutral. It can mean surrendering influence to those who show up. That is why African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 matters. Africa…

Samuel Ogbuku: The Making Of A Transformational Leader

There are moments in the life of a public institution when leadership becomes more than the occupation of an office. It becomes an opportunity to redefine an institution, reshape its…

Education

Federal Unity Colleges To Resume September 14 — FG

The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed that students in all Federal Unity Colleges across the country are expected to return to school on Monday, September 14, 2026, for the…

Tech

Osun Election: APC, PDP Challenge Adeleke’s Victory At Tribunal

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have separately approached the Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal to challenge the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The…

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,…