Special Documentary Series

Nigerian Army Releases Shortlist For 2027 Short Service Recruitment

The Nigerian Army has published the list of candidates shortlisted for the Selection Board exercise of its Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027. The Army announced the development in…

Politics

Don’t Set Nigeria On Fire, ADC Warns APC After Court Ruling 

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of attempting to weaken the opposition through judicial intervention following a Federal High Court judgment nullifying its…

Business

NNPC Targets 2 Million Barrels Daily Crude Oil Production By 2027

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has attributed a 600,000-barrel-per-day increase in the country’s crude oil production to ongoing reforms in the petroleum industry. The state-owned oil company said Nigeria’s…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

Police Arrest 28-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Killing Of Neighbour In Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Ibrahim Augustine, over the alleged killing of his 21-year-old neighbour, Haggai Markus, following a disagreement over roasted meat in Mubi…

Entertainment

Mr Macaroni Bags Master’s Degree With Distinction In London

Nigerian actor and comedian Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has earned a Master of Arts degree with distinction in Performance (Acting) from the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts…

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

Bomb Threats Target Over 14 European Flights, Fighter Jets Scrambled

At least 14 flights across Europe were targeted by suspected hoax bomb threats on Thursday, prompting several countries to scramble fighter jets to escort affected aircraft and divert some planes.…

Sports

Oshoala Gifts Former Grassroots Coach Brand-New Car

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has rewarded her former grassroots coach, Emmanuel Osahon Orobosa, with a brand-new car in recognition of his contribution to her football career. In a video…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

OBA OF BENIN: 10th Coronation Anniversary And Diaspora Attacks

….Why the Global Edo Community Must Rise Against Diaspora-Based Attacks on the Benin Monarchy For centuries, the Kingdom of Benin stood as a beacon of African civilization, sophisticated governance, and…

Exclusive

Petrol Discount Could Cost Nigeria ₦1.77tn, BMI Warns

Nigeria’s petrol price relief initiative could impose a fiscal burden of up to ₦1.77tn on the economy if maintained for several months, with potential consequences for government revenue, foreign exchange…

Health

Ebola: WHO Backs Two Experimental Vaccines As Death Toll Surges

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recommended two experimental vaccines developed by the University of Oxford and Moderna for clinical trials against the deadly Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, as the…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Campaign, No Campaign

Nigeria’s political parties can tell us who will coordinate their campaigns, mobilise their supporters and deliver their strongholds. They owe us comparable clarity on who will deliver safer communities, functioning…

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

OBA OF BENIN: 10th Coronation Anniversary And Diaspora Attacks

….Why the Global Edo Community Must Rise Against Diaspora-Based Attacks on the Benin Monarchy For centuries, the Kingdom of Benin stood as a beacon of African civilization, sophisticated governance, and…

Paying for Darkness: Tariff Bands, Estimated Billing And Accountability Crisis

Beyond Generation: A Systemic Failure Nigeria’s Electricity crisis extends beyond inadequate generation. It reflects systemic failures across Gas supply, Generation, transmission, distribution, metering, billing and regulation. Households and businesses endure…

Education

Breaking The Silence On Menstruation: WRAHP Takes Period Education To Lagos Schools

• 577 students, including 240 boys, benefit from menstrual health education in Badagry • 13 teachers trained as ambassadors to sustain awareness and tackle stigma** • ACT Foundation-backed initiative targets…

Tech

China Condemns US Ban On DeepSeek AI Tools Across Federal Agencies

China has criticised the United States government’s decision to ban the use of artificial intelligence tools developed by Chinese startup DeepSeek across civilian federal agencies, describing the move as an…

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

Groundnut Soup: A Nutritious Nigerian Meal With a Rich Cultural Heritage

Groundnut soup is a popular Nigerian delicacy prepared with groundnuts, meat, fish, pepper and traditional seasonings. Known for its creamy texture and rich flavour, the soup is enjoyed in different…