Special Documentary Series

Fani-Kayode Challenges South Africa Over Omitted Speech At Ramaphosa’s Ceremony

Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has accused the South African presidency of deliberately excluding his address from the livestream of a diplomatic ceremony attended by President Cyril…

Politics

Tinubu’s Reforms Over, Prosperity Begins, First Lady Tells Nigerians

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government will sustain its efforts to improve living conditions, declaring that the country is moving beyond economic reforms into a…

Business

Microsoft Scrambles As Outlook Outage Hits 74 Countries

Microsoft is battling to restore its Outlook email service after an infrastructure failure disrupted access to its workplace applications across 74 countries and territories. The outage began on Thursday, November…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Police Arrest 27-Year-Old Man With Firearm In Abia

The Abia State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Prosper Okey, over alleged unlawful possession of firearms in Ikwuano Local Government Area of the state. Okey, who hails from…

Entertainment

Can Destiny Etiko Turn Nollywood Fame Into Youth Opportunities?

For years, Destiny Etiko has built a name and following in Nollywood, becoming one of the industry’s recognisable faces. Now, her appointment into Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s administration presents…

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

Russia’s Africa Ambitions Face Economic, Security Hurdles – Minns

… Analyst cites limited investment, declining arms exports and recruitment of Africans into Ukraine war as constraints on Moscow’s influence Russia’s expanding diplomatic and security engagement with African countries is…

Sports

‘I’ll Always Be a Red’, Carrick Pens Emotional Message To United Fans

Former Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has expressed his enduring affection for the club in an emotional farewell message to supporters, thanking them for their loyalty and reflecting on the…

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

NCDC Confirms No Secondary Ebola Infections After 21-Day Monitoring

Nigeria has recorded no secondary Ebola infections following the completion of a 21-day monitoring period for 62 people exposed to the imported Bundibugyo virus case, the Nigeria Centre for Disease…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

The Gathering Inferno: When Politics Turns to Violence

An election can be compromised before a single ballot is cast. It happens when a citizen decides that attending a rally is too dangerous, when a volunteer removes a party…

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

Nsukka Lodge Tragedy: UNN Pharmacy Association Debunks Seven-Death Claim

The Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) Chapter, has dismissed reports claiming that seven Pharmacy students died in an incident at an off-campus lodge in…

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

Asun Rice: A Delicious Nigerian Meal Combining Spicy Goat Meat and Flavourful Rice

Asun rice is a delicious Nigerian meal that combines well-seasoned rice with smoky, spicy goat meat, offering food lovers a satisfying taste of traditional Nigerian cuisine. The meal brings together…