Bandits Kill 11, Injure Two In Katsina Attack
Suspected bandits have carried out a deadly assault on Gurbi community in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, leaving 11 people dead and two others injured. The attack, which…
Special Documentary Series
Politics
Ekiti 2026: APC National Chair Backs Oyebanji Re-Election
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, on Monday expressed strong confidence in the re-election chances of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, declaring that the outcome of…
Business
Nigerdock Marks 40 Years Of Industrial Growth, Maritime Excellence
Nigerdock has celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of operations and contributions to Nigeria’s maritime and industrial sectors. The milestone highlights the company’s evolution from a ship repair and…
Metro
PICTORIAL: Troops Arrest Two Criminals, Recover Arms In Delta Raid
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Headquarters 63 Brigade/Sector 1 of Joint Task Force, South South, Operation DELTA SAFE, have recorded a major operational breakthrough following a swift response to…
Videos
Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam
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Entertainment
Nollywood Loses Veteran Actor Solomon Akiyesi
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor Solomon Akiyesi, who reportedly passed away in his sleep. His death was confirmed on Monday…
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
D’Tigress Fall Narrowly To Minnesota Lynx In Spirited Display
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, delivered a spirited performance despite suffering a 79–88 defeat to Minnesota Lynx in an international exhibition clash on Monday. Facing one of the top…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
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…
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
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…
SWEET AND SOUR: FEEDBACK
This column originally appeared in Vanguard Last week on this page, I accused President Tinubu of waging psychological warfare against voters who yearn for change, mentioned the terrible challenges that…
Education
FG Introduces National Textbook Ranking Framework For Schools
The Federal Government has approved a nationwide textbook ranking system for primary, junior secondary and senior secondary schools, in a reform aimed at strengthening quality assurance and standardising instructional materials…
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,…