Reward Or Kill Me — Man Protest At APC Secretariat
A yet-to-be-identified Nigerian man caused a scene at the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress in Abuja, carrying a placard that read, “Reward me or kill me.” He alleged…
Special Documentary Series
Politics
2027: Otti Disowns Ibadan Declaration, Says LP Will Field Presidential Candidate
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has distanced the Labour Party (LP) from the recent opposition summit in Ibadan, Oyo State, insisting the party is not bound by its resolutions and…
Business
NNPC Achieves Major Milestone With Successful River Niger Gas Pipeline Crossing
The NNPC Limited has announced a major milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector with the successful completion of the River Niger crossing on the 130-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Gas Pipeline. The project,…
Metro
Military Arrests 21 Security Personnel Over Alleged Extortion In Abia
Troops of 14 Brigade, Ohafia, have arrested 21 persons, including personnel from various security agencies, over alleged extortion and illegal stop-and-search activities along the Enugu–Port Harcourt highway in Abia State.…
Videos
Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam
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Entertainment
Sisi Alagbo’s Husband Admits Fault, Apologises Over Leaked Tape Scandal
Adesola Akeem, husband of popular social media figure Eniola Fagbemi, has publicly apologised following the circulation of a viral sex tape involving himself, his wife, and another woman. The video…
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
PHOTOS: Man Digs Up Sister’s Skeleton To Claim Savings In India
A man in eastern India stunned bank officials and customers after exhuming his late sister’s remains to prove her death and access money in her account. The incident occurred on…
Sports
Real Madrid Set To Announce New Coach Before World Cup
Real Madrid are expected to officially unveil their new head coach before the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with reports suggesting the club is moving swiftly to finalize its managerial plans.…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
National Textbook Ranking System: Let The National Conversation Begin
The Federal Government’s recent introduction of a National Textbook Ranking System has sparked fresh debate within Nigeria’s education sector. On the surface, the initiative appears commendable. Any policy aimed at…
Exclusive
States Gaining Electricity Regulatory Powers in Nigeria: A Structural Inflection Point
From Central Grid Failure to Distributed Power Markets Nigeria’s Electricity transition is no longer about fixing a broken grid—it is about redesigning the architecture of power itself. Since the 2013…
Health
CHELD Raises Alarm Over Female Genital Mutilation, Says Practice Violates Rights, Lacks Medical Basis
The Center for Health, Ethics, Law and Development has reiterated that Female genital mutilation has no medical benefit and remains a serious violation of human rights, calling for stricter enforcement…
Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside
Beyond The Creeklines: A Yenagoa Chronicle
When the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board invited me to Yenagoa as a guest author and lead facilitator for its quarterly leadership dialogue, I accepted without hesitation. There was…
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
National Textbook Ranking System: Let The National Conversation Begin
The Federal Government’s recent introduction of a National Textbook Ranking System has sparked fresh debate within Nigeria’s education sector. On the surface, the initiative appears commendable. Any policy aimed at…
Soaring Rents And Housing Crisis
Soaring rent in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos, is no longer just a housing issue, it is a full-blown socioeconomic crisis. Shelter, as one of the most basic human needs, underpins…
Education
NASU, SSANU Begin Nationwide Indefinite Strike Friday
The Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) are set to commence a nationwide…
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,…