Special Documentary Series

2027 Polls: Disu Tells Politicians, ‘Compete With Ideas, Not Thugs’

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has warned politicians against recruiting thugs, buying votes, moving arms or intimidating voters and electoral officials ahead of the 2027 general elections. Disu gave…

Politics

Wike Rules Out Support For Uzodimma’s Senate Presidency Bid 

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said he will not support Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma’s reported ambition to become President of the Senate. Wike made the…

Business

Flight Delay: NCAA Orders Air Peace To Compensate Passengers

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has directed Air Peace to compensate passengers affected by the disruption of its Lagos-Enugu flight on Monday, September 21, 2026, after finding that the airline…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

JAMB Sacks Staff Over Candidate Extortion

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has terminated the appointment of a staff member for extorting candidates, warning employees against conduct capable of compromising its operations. The Board disclosed this…

Entertainment

EPL: Neville Condemns Man United Display In Fulham Draw

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has condemned the club’s display in their 1-1 draw against Fulham, singling out a 15-minute spell after the interval as the worst he has witnessed…

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

CNN, MS NOW, Politico Sue Trump Over White House Press Ban

CNN, MS NOW and Politico have taken legal action against the administration of US President Donald Trump after their journalists were barred from the White House and their press credentials…

Sports

Falconets Crash Out Of U-20 World Cup After Late Colombia Goal

Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the quarter-finals on Sunday. The closely contested encounter at…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

Sweet And Sour: My Farewell To Dear Orlando

This column originally appeared in Vanguard on Friday, September 18. Orlando Modesti was born on 4th May 1944 in Argentina, to Raquel and Belmo Modesti. He studied architecture at the…

Exclusive

Gastech 2026: Nigeria Shifts From Gas Potential To Energy Business 

CEO, The Legend and Legacy Company Ltd | Conference Producer, Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) Something has shifted in the way Africa’s gas opportunity is being discussed. By Day Three…

Health

NHIA Begins National Health Technology Assessment To Improve Spending

The National Health Insurance Authority has commenced the institutionalisation of Health Technology Assessment in Nigeria as part of efforts to improve healthcare spending and ensure scarce resources are channelled to…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

King Jaja’s Challenge to Nigeria: Power, Defiance and Economic Self-Determination

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…

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

Sweet And Sour: My Farewell To Dear Orlando

This column originally appeared in Vanguard on Friday, September 18. Orlando Modesti was born on 4th May 1944 in Argentina, to Raquel and Belmo Modesti. He studied architecture at the…

State Police: The Good, Bad, Ugly – Anambra As A Case Study And Udo Ga-achỊ Experience

The debate over the establishment of State Police has persisted for years and has assumed renewed significance as Nigeria inches towards a more decentralised policing architecture. The argument for State…

Education

Kwara Poly Expels 42 Students For Exam Malpractice

The management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has expelled 42 students for examination malpractice. The affected students comprise 31 Higher National Diploma and 11 National Diploma students from various institutes…

Tech

Chinese Humanoids Smash Human Speed Records In Beijing

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…

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,…