The Federal Government has deployed 500,000 doses of diphtheria vaccines to Kano and Katsina states as authorities intensify efforts to contain an outbreak of the disease among children. The intervention…
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed doubts about the ability of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to conduct a credible 2027 election.…
French energy giant TotalEnergies has completed the transfer of its 10 per cent stake in Russia’s sanctions-hit Arctic LNG 2 project to NordLine, a subsidiary of Russian gas producer Novatek.…
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Two persons died in the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026, after a refuse heap collapsed onto a building at Ikot Effanga, along Old Odukpani Road in Calabar, Cross…
Celine Dion has made a rare public appearance in Paris as she prepares for her highly anticipated return to the stage. The Grammy-winning singer was spotted outside her hotel in…
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…
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom has died at 34, ending a remarkable reign that began when he was just three years old. Oyo died…
Nigeria’s Falconets have kicked off their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on a winning note after defeating Poland 1-0 in an international friendly on Friday.…
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…
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…
The Kano State House of Assembly has called for urgent intervention after lawmakers reported that more than 50 children had died in a diphtheria outbreak in parts of Rano Local…
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…
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…
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…
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2027 general elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has done what the Tinubu administration refuses to do: listen to the suffering…
The Abia State Government has commenced the process of appointing a substantive Vice-Chancellor for Abia State University, Uturu, with a new occupant expected to assume office in November 2026. Governor…
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…
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.
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!.
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,…