Special Documentary Series

Vehicles Conveying Tinubu’s Praise Singers Involved In Accident In Uyo

Vehicles conveying praise singers scheduled to perform during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Akwa Ibom State have reportedly been involved in an accident in Uyo. The incident was brought to…

Politics

Peter Obi Meets EU Envoys, Seeks Support For Credible 2027 Elections

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on the international community to support Nigerians’ right to freely elect their leaders in a peaceful and…

Business

Elumelu: My Mother’s Restaurant Was My First Business School

Billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu has revealed how his mother’s experience running a small restaurant laid the foundation for his business career, teaching him valuable lessons long before he ventured into…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist In Kaduna, Raid Hideouts In Zamfara

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have arrested a suspected terrorist in Kaduna State while conducting intensified operations against armed groups in Zamfara State. The…

Entertainment

Why I Ditched My Trademark Pink Style — DJ Cuppy

Nigerian DJ and billionaire heiress, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has revealed why she is gradually moving away from pink, the signature colour that defined her public image…

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

UK Outlaws Unauthorised Child Retention Abroad

The United Kingdom has introduced a new law making it a criminal offence for parents or individuals connected to a child under 16 to keep the child abroad beyond an…

Sports

La Liga: Mourinho Wants Atletico, Barcelona To Both Lose

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has expressed his preference for neither Atlético Madrid nor Barcelona to secure victory when the two Spanish rivals clash in La Liga on Sunday. According…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

OBA OF BENIN: 10th Coronation Anniversary And Diaspora Attacks

….Why the Global Edo Community Must Rise Against Diaspora-Based Attacks on the Benin Monarchy For centuries, the Kingdom of Benin stood as a beacon of African civilization, sophisticated governance, and…

Exclusive

Africa’s $33.7bn Exports To US Trail China’s By Ninefold

Sub-Saharan Africa’s goods exports to the United States stood at $33.7 billion in 2025, about one-ninth of China’s $308 billion to $309 billion in exports to the American market, highlighting…

Health

Ebola: WHO Backs Two Experimental Vaccines As Death Toll Surges

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recommended two experimental vaccines developed by the University of Oxford and Moderna for clinical trials against the deadly Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, as the…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Campaign, No Campaign

Nigeria’s political parties can tell us who will coordinate their campaigns, mobilise their supporters and deliver their strongholds. They owe us comparable clarity on who will deliver safer communities, functioning…

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

OBA OF BENIN: 10th Coronation Anniversary And Diaspora Attacks

….Why the Global Edo Community Must Rise Against Diaspora-Based Attacks on the Benin Monarchy For centuries, the Kingdom of Benin stood as a beacon of African civilization, sophisticated governance, and…

Paying for Darkness: Tariff Bands, Estimated Billing And Accountability Crisis

Beyond Generation: A Systemic Failure Nigeria’s Electricity crisis extends beyond inadequate generation. It reflects systemic failures across Gas supply, Generation, transmission, distribution, metering, billing and regulation. Households and businesses endure…

Education

2027 UTME: JAMB Vows Strict Screening Of CBT Centres

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has stepped up preparations for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), insisting that only Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres that meet its prescribed…

Tech

China Condemns US Ban On DeepSeek AI Tools Across Federal Agencies

China has criticised the United States government’s decision to ban the use of artificial intelligence tools developed by Chinese startup DeepSeek across civilian federal agencies, describing the move as an…

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

Groundnut Soup: A Nutritious Nigerian Meal With a Rich Cultural Heritage

Groundnut soup is a popular Nigerian delicacy prepared with groundnuts, meat, fish, pepper and traditional seasonings. Known for its creamy texture and rich flavour, the soup is enjoyed in different…