Special Documentary Series

2027: Tinubu Has Enough Achievements To Tell Nigerians — Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the Bola Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress administration has enough achievements to take to Nigerians as it seeks re-election in 2027. Akpabio made the statement on…

Politics

2027: CAN Warns Politicians Against Exploiting Religion, Ethnicity For Elections 

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned politicians against exploiting religious and ethnic differences for electoral advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging Nigerians to protect national unity…

Business

Uber, Bolt Not Banned At Airports — FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has clarified that Uber, Bolt and other e-hailing platforms have not been subjected to a blanket ban at airports under its management. The…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists, Recover AK-47, Ammunition In Zamfara

Troops of 1 Brigade Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists and recovered firearms, ammunition, communication equipment and other items during a night fighting patrol in Kaura Namoda Local Government…

Entertainment

Dolly Parton Dies At 80 After Health Challenges

Country music legend and global entertainment icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, bringing to an end a career that spanned more than six decades and produced…

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

China Vows To Protect Interests Amid US Iran Sanctions

China has vowed to safeguard its interests after the United States announced plans to intensify economic pressure on Iran and imposed penalties on several entities, including some based in China.…

Sports

Bruno Fernandes Wins 2026 PFA Player

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been crowned the 2026 Professional Footballers’ Association Players’ Player of the Year after an outstanding 2025/26 campaign. The Portuguese midfielder received the prestigious award…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

Is Atiku Abubakar’s Promise to Restore Fuel Subsidy the Lifeline Nigerians Have Waited For?

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2027 general elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has done what the Tinubu administration refuses to do: listen to the suffering…

Exclusive

FOREIGN AID BILL: Nigeria’s New Battle Over Donor Funds, NGOs

Nigeria is again debating how much oversight government should exercise over foreign-funded activities, nearly a decade after a controversial attempt to establish a regulatory commission for non-governmental organisations triggered strong…

Health

Diphtheria Kills 50 Children In Kano As Assembly Member Raises Alarm

The Kano State House of Assembly has called for urgent intervention after lawmakers reported that more than 50 children had died in a diphtheria outbreak in parts of Rano Local…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Beyond Concrete: Enugu’s Bet on Talent and the Future

Nigeria has become remarkably good at celebrating what government can photograph. Roads, bridges, and public buildings offer visible evidence of activity; they can be commissioned, named, and displayed as proof…

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

Is Atiku Abubakar’s Promise to Restore Fuel Subsidy the Lifeline Nigerians Have Waited For?

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2027 general elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has done what the Tinubu administration refuses to do: listen to the suffering…

SWEET AND SOUR: Concerns About Ogoni Dialogue Process And Proposed Resumption Of Oil Production In Ogoniland

This column originally appeared in Vanguard Chief Lesi Maol is the President of KAGOTE, the Ogoni equivalent of Afenifere, Ohanaeze and the Arewa Consultative Forum. Maol, a highly successful businessman…

Education

Atiba University DVC Under Fire Over ‘Intellectually Bankrupt’ Remark To Protesters

A Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo State, has described some students protesting the crisis surrounding the institution’s Law programme as “intellectually bankrupt”. The DVC made the comment on Monday…

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,…