Emeka Ike Sues Wike’s Aide Over Alleged INEC Personal Data Leak
Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike, has announced plans to sue Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what he described as a breach…
Special Documentary Series
Politics
2027: NDC NEC Ratifies Primaries, Backs Obi Kwankwaso Ticket
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, unity, and institutional strengthening following its second National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held with key party leaders and…
Business
NERC: Nigerians Can Now Sell Excess Solar Power To Grid
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has commenced implementation of its Net Billing Regulations 2026, a policy framework designed to enable electricity consumers generate power from renewable sources and supply…
Videos
Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam
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Metro
Gunmen Shoot Osun Accord Chairman, Police Launch Manhunt For Attackers
The chairman of the Accord Party in Osun State, Asimiyu Ajibola, is currently receiving treatment at the University of Osun Teaching Hospital after he was attacked by armed men in…
Entertainment
Nigerian Artists Taking Afrobeats To The FIFA World Cup
Nigeria’s growing influence on the global music scene has found a powerful expression through the FIFA World Cup, with several of the country’s biggest stars earning recognition on football’s most…
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
Hotel Fire In India Kills 21, Nigerians Feared Among Victims
At least 21 people, including Nigerian nationals and 17 other foreigners, were killed after a fire swept through a hotel in New Delhi, India, on Wednesday, June 3, in one…
Sports
Rivers United Players Sustain Injuries In Road Crash To Awka
Players and officials of Rivers United FC were involved in a road accident on Thursday while traveling to Awka, Anambra State, for their President Federation Cup Round of 16 fixture…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
SWEET AND SOUR: An Open Letter To Kingsley Ogundu Chinda
This column originally appeared in Vanguard All human beings are flawed because we are all mere mortals. And even those who are essentially decent sometimes do the wrong thing. Kingsley…
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
LASG Backs Menstrual Health As Key Development Priority
The Lagos State Government has called for increased investment in menstrual health, describing it as a critical development concern with significant impact on education, economic growth, gender equality and public…
Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside
INEC’s Albatross: The Crisis of Electoral Trust
The main threat to Nigerian democracy is no longer a lack of understanding of elections but the growing doubt that elections matter. What is often labelled voter apathy is actually…
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
SWEET AND SOUR: An Open Letter To Kingsley Ogundu Chinda
This column originally appeared in Vanguard All human beings are flawed because we are all mere mortals. And even those who are essentially decent sometimes do the wrong thing. Kingsley…
National Security: Why State Of Emergency Can No Longer Wait
It was a quiet Tuesday 26th of May, 2026 evening in Lagos when my wife, a primary school teacher in the Lagos State public school system, calmly informed me that…
Education
Benue State University Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Entitlements
Academic activities at Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi, have been brought to a halt following the commencement of an indefinite strike by the institution’s chapter of the Academic Staff Union…
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,…