Special Documentary Series

Plateau Violence: Amnesty Urges Govt To Halt Attacks, Reprisals

Amnesty International Nigeria has urged the Nigerian authorities to intensify efforts to stop the recurring attacks and reprisal killings in Plateau State, warning that residents are living under persistent fear…

Politics

APC Sweeps All 17 LGAs In Enugu Council Election

The All Progressives Congress has secured victory in all 17 Local Government Areas in the Enugu State council election held on Saturday. The Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission announced the…

Business

Nigeria, Germany Strengthen Partnership On Steel, Technology Transfer

The Federal Government is seeking deeper collaboration with German manufacturers to accelerate the development of Nigeria’s steel industry through technology transfer, mineral processing and local equipment production. The Minister of…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Woman Arrested For Allegedly Smuggling Alcohol Into Ogun Prison

A woman identified as Shobowale Balikis has been arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle alcohol concealed in a bottled water pack into the Ibara Custodial Centre in Ogun State. The…

Entertainment

Omowunmi Dada: The Love I Lost Over Religion

…how a Ramadan revelation forced the Nollywood actress to rethink her future For Omowunmi Dada, the relationship appeared to have all the ingredients of a future together. Then came Ramadan.…

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

Floods Force Thousands Into Shelters As Bangkok Streets Go Underwater

Thousands of residents in Bangkok were forced to seek shelter on Sunday as days of heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across parts of the Thai capital. Floodwaters inundated roads, markets…

Sports

Manchester City Found Guilty Of 114 Financial Charges

Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of 114 of the 115 financial-rule charges brought against them by the Premier League. The reported verdict emerged on Friday, September 25, 2026,…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

INEC, Governors, And The Coming 2027 General Election In The Face Of Gathering Storm

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…

Exclusive

Africa’s Refining Moment — And Nigeria’s Inflection Point

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…

Health

Sickle Cell Awareness Month: Beyond The Genotype, Nigerians Living With The Disease

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…

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

INEC, Governors, And The Coming 2027 General Election In The Face Of Gathering Storm

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…

Bayelsa At 30: From The Dream Of A Homeland To The Challenge Of Prosperity

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.…

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

Fisherman Soup: A Dish Rooted in Culture and Wellness

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…