African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has questioned the Federal Government’s plan to secure fresh World Bank financing worth $1.5bn, demanding accountability for loans already incurred by Nigeria.…
Oyo State Governor and presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has said he can reset Nigeria within four years if elected president in 2027. Makinde made…
Domestic airlines operating under the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) have threatened to suspend flights nationwide if aviation unions disrupt the operations of any member airline again. The warning followed…
Sharing is Caring: Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Copy 0
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled two separate abduction attempts and rescued 10 victims in different locations across Zamfara State. According to a…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian filmmakers Damilola Osikoya of Switch Visual Production and Nora Awolowo of Rixel Studios after Black Market set a Guinness World Record for the largest…
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…
The death toll from a mass shooting at a tavern in Wedela, South Africa’s West Rand, has risen to 18 after an injured victim died in hospital, police said on…
Portugal manager Jorge Jesus has explained his decision to leave captain Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench throughout Portugal’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League win over Norway in Oslo on Sunday. Ronaldo,…
The machinery of Nigeria’s democracy is grinding towards 2027, yet the omens are anything but auspicious. What we are witnessing is not the meticulous preparation for a credible election, but…
Africa stands at a defining moment in the evolution of its energy economy. For decades, the continent has exported crude while importing a substantial share of the refined petroleum products…
As conversations around sickle cell disease continue this September, the focus in Nigeria is increasingly moving beyond genotype testing to a more difficult question: what does it actually mean to…
If King Jaja of Opobo were alive in Nigeria today, where would he stand in a country wrestling with diplomatic pressures, economic uncertainty and deepening social tensions and what would…
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…
The machinery of Nigeria’s democracy is grinding towards 2027, yet the omens are anything but auspicious. What we are witnessing is not the meticulous preparation for a credible election, but…
October 1, 2026 will be a remarkable day for Bayelsa State. While Nigeria celebrates 66 years of independence, Bayelsa will simultaneously celebrate 30 years of its existence as a state.…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has restored its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) after a temporary disruption, allowing institutions to continue processing admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session.…
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.
Don’t forget to contribute your quota by sharing this video. Like and hit the follow button.
Let’s make our region great again!.
Fisherman Soup is more than a seafood-based meal. Rich in fresh fish, prawns, crab, crayfish and spices, the dish reflects the food culture of Nigeria’s riverine communities, particularly in the…