Special Documentary Series

Asuu Threatens Indefinite Strike Across Seven Edo, Delta, Ondo Varsities

The Benin Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned that academic activities could be suspended indefinitely in seven state-owned universities across Edo, Delta and Ondo states…

Politics

Atiku Alleges Plot To Keep ADC Off 2027 Ballot

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that there are fresh moves to stop the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from participating in the 2027 general election. In a statement issued…

Business

FG Directs Marketers To Slash Petrol Prices After Global Oil Price Drop 

The Federal Government has instructed petroleum marketers to reduce the pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, and other petroleum products in response to the recent…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Police Hunt Terrorists After Abduction Of NECO Students In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has deployed security operatives to Lassa community in Askira/Uba Local Government Area following the abduction of an unspecified number of students writing the National Examinations…

Entertainment

“Please Stop Calling Me An Actress” — Ayobami Ojo Opens Up On Painful Stigma Against Nollywood Stars

Nollywood actress Ayobami Ojo has opened up about the emotional toll of the stigma she says is attached to being an actress, revealing that she no longer wants to be…

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

Ramaphosa Urges Peaceful, Lawful Conduct Ahead Of South Africa Anti-Immigration Protest

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appealed to citizens planning to join anti-immigration demonstrations scheduled for June 30 to ensure their protests remain peaceful and lawful, stressing that intimidation, violence…

Sports

Maresca Takes Over At Manchester City After Guardiola Exit

Manchester City have named Enzo Maresca as the club’s new head coach, ushering in a new chapter following the departure of Pep Guardiola. The English champions confirmed the appointment on…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

SWEET AND SOUR: Naija Negativity

This column originally appeared in Vanguard While complaining about knee-jerk Nigerian defeatism on this page last week, I pointed out that it’s ridiculous for Nigerians to throw their hands up…

Exclusive

Crypto In Nigeria: Legal, But Many Still Don’t Understand It

For years, cryptocurrency has been one of the most debated financial topics in Nigeria. Some people believe crypto trading is illegal, while others fear their bank accounts could be frozen…

Health

Drowning In Garbage: How Lagos Waste Heaps Are Fueling Looming Health Disaster

Walk through any part of Lagos these days, from the upscale areas of Ikoyi and Victoria Island to bustling streets of Oshodi, Agege, or Alimosho, and the picture is the…

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

SWEET AND SOUR: Naija Negativity

This column originally appeared in Vanguard While complaining about knee-jerk Nigerian defeatism on this page last week, I pointed out that it’s ridiculous for Nigerians to throw their hands up…

SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU: ‘AKARAECONOMETRICS’

Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s recent advocacy urging Nigerian youths to embrace the sale of akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli as empowerment opportunities has triggered intense national debate. While the initiative promotes…

Education

16-Year-Old Sets New ICAN Record, Wins Minister’s Commendation

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has congratulated 16-year-old Osasere Okundaye on becoming Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, describing the milestone as an inspiring demonstration of excellence, discipline and determination.…

Tech

NASA Executes First Medical Evacuation, Returns Four Astronauts

NASA has returned four astronauts from the International Space Station in the first medical evacuation ever carried out in U.S. human spaceflight, after one crew member developed a health condition…

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,…