Special Documentary Series

Wike Storms Abuja Polling Units, Monitors Area Council Elections

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday toured several polling units in the Abuja Municipal Area Council during the FCT Area Council elections. Videos shared by…

Politics

FCT Election: ADC Accuses Wike Of Interference, Reports IReV Disruption

The African Democratic Congress has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of directly interfering in Saturday’s Area Council elections by visiting polling units across Abuja under…

Business

Ondo Sets Sights on Industrial Hub Status with 2026 Investment Summit

The Ondo State Government has reiterated its commitment to transforming the state into a leading industrial and investment destination in Nigeria and West Africa. Dr. Summy Francis, Special Adviser to…

Metro

PHOTOS: Army Foils Terrorist Attack, Rescue Abducted Children In North-East

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have thwarted a terrorist attack, neutralised five insurgents, and rescued three abducted children during coordinated operations conducted between…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Entertainment

Nengi Celebrates Daughter’s First Birthday With Emotional Tribute

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Rebecca “Nengi” Hampson has marked her daughter’s first birthday with a heartfelt tribute that has drawn admiration from fans and fellow celebrities alike. Taking to…

Foreign

Cameroon Jails Soldiers Over 2020 Ngarbuh Massacre

A military court in Yaounde, Cameroon, has sentenced three soldiers for their role in the 2020 killing of 21 civilians in the country’s English-speaking northwest, victims’ lawyers said on Friday.…

Sports

Carrick Backs Man United’s Diversity After Ratcliffe Controversy

Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick has praised the club’s commitment to diversity and inclusion following controversial remarks by co-owner Jim Ratcliffe. Ratcliffe sparked outrage last week by claiming that…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

Witchcraft and Killing in Rivers State: Nobody Can Hamper the Progress of Others Through Magical Means

The Advocacy for Alleged Witches is saddened by the brutal murder of Chidiebere Isaiah by a relative, Nwalozie Chiwendu, following an accusation of witchcraft in Ofeh, Rivers State, in Southern…

Exclusive

Circular Carbon Economy: New Pathway to Global Growth and Energy Stability

By Adéṣẹ́gun Ọṣìbánjọ́ Global energy demand continues to rise sharply, even as nations struggle to balance sustainability goals with economic growth. For developing countries, especially across Africa, this tension has…

Health

Edo Declares Lassa Fever Outbreak, Six Fatalities

The Edo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Cyril Oshiomhole, has disclosed that six people have succumbed to Lassa fever in the state. Speaking with journalists in Benin on Friday, the…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Electoral Transparency in Reverse Gear

A democracy rarely collapses in a single dramatic moment. More often, it is slowly redesigned—clause by clause—until citizens wake up one day to discover that elections still happen, but accountability…

Opinion

Witchcraft and Killing in Rivers State: Nobody Can Hamper the Progress of Others Through Magical Means

The Advocacy for Alleged Witches is saddened by the brutal murder of Chidiebere Isaiah by a relative, Nwalozie Chiwendu, following an accusation of witchcraft in Ofeh, Rivers State, in Southern…

SWEET AND SOUR: African Leaders And Trump

This column originally appeared in Vanguard President Donald Trump regularly insults and discriminates against black people; and I don’t understand why African heads of state are not giving him much…

Environmental Racism in Nigeria: Why Pollution Affects the Poor More

In Nigeria, pollution does not fall evenly from the sky. It settles where power is weakest. It appears in communities with little political voice, seeps into wells that serve as…

Education

NBTE Accredits 21 Programmes In A’Ibom Poly, Boosts TVET Drive

The management of Federal Polytechnic Ukana in Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has secured accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education for 21 academic programmes.…

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,…