Special Documentary Series

Man Issues APC 72-Hour Ultimatum To Take Custody Of Six Children, Threatens Family Suicide

A Nigerian father of six children, identified as Daniel Solomon has reportedly issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to take custody of his children, threatening to…

Politics

Osun 2026: Davido Threatens Global Action Over Any Electoral Irregularity

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has vowed to seek international attention if the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election is allegedly compromised. The singer made the…

Business

Tinubu: NNPC Will Be Reformed, Listed On NGX

President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to reform the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and list it on the capital market as part of efforts to deepen Nigeria’s economic…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Police Arrest 10 Suspected Cultists, Recover Firearm, Charms In Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Police command says its operatives have arrested ten suspected cultists in separate intelligence led operations in Esit Eket local government area of the state. The command’s Public…

Entertainment

Henry Okoye Doubts P-Square Twins Can Reconcile

The eldest brother of the former P-Square music duo, Henry Okoye, has expressed doubts about the possibility of Peter and Paul Okoye fully reconciling, saying the prolonged dispute between the…

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

Joe Biden’s Son Hunter Gives Grim Update On Father’s Cancer Battle

Hunter Biden has given a sombre account of his father Joe Biden’s battle with advanced prostate cancer, describing the illness as painful and debilitating. In an interview with the BBC…

Sports

Lionel Messi’s Father Jorge Dies At 68

Jorge Messi, father and longtime representative of football star Lionel Messi, has died at 68. He died at about 10 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at a medical facility…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

LET DEMOCRACY BREATHE: The Osun Account Controversy And Need For Institutional Neutrality

Democracy is sustained not merely by periodic elections but by the unwavering commitment of public institutions to fairness, impartiality and the rule of law. Whenever the actions of state institutions…

Exclusive

Electricity Now Nigeria’s Biggest Economic Growth Challenge

Why fixing power has become more important than building more roads, factories or even attracting investment For decades, economists have argued over what makes countries rich. Some say it is…

Health

WHO Confirms Largest-Ever Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has become the largest ever recorded in the country’s history. In…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Nigeria’s Stanford Warning: When Institutions Normalise The Abuse Of Power

Sometimes, a country confronts scandals that appear disconnected: corruption in one institution, brutality in another, and questions of legality or accountability elsewhere. Each controversy briefly dominates attention before the next…

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

LET DEMOCRACY BREATHE: The Osun Account Controversy And Need For Institutional Neutrality

Democracy is sustained not merely by periodic elections but by the unwavering commitment of public institutions to fairness, impartiality and the rule of law. Whenever the actions of state institutions…

Osun, EFCC, And Darkness Democracy Must Never Invite

Democracy is often celebrated for its elections, vibrant campaigns, and peaceful transfer of power. Yet these visible features alone do not define a healthy democratic system. The true strength of…

Education

WAEC Releases 2026 WASSCE Results, Records 1.2m English, Maths Successes

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results of the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for School Candidates, with 1,200,514 candidates securing credits in…

Tech

AI Fuels 55% Of Africa’s Cybercrime — INTERPOL Report

Artificial intelligence, AI, is now powering more than half of the cybercrime reported across Africa, with criminals using the technology to launch faster, more sophisticated attacks that are increasingly difficult…

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,…