Special Documentary Series

FG Blasts S’African Minister Over Call To Identify Nigerian ‘Drug Dens’

The Federal Government has criticised South Africa’s Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, over her demand that Nigeria identify the locations of alleged drug dens linked to Nigerians living in…

Politics

2027: Ebonyi NDC Denies Endorsement Of PDP’s Ifeanyi Odii

The Ebonyi State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has disowned reports claiming it had adopted Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship hopeful, Chief Ifeanyi Odii, for the 2027 governorship…

Business

Dangote Refinery Slashes Ex-Depot Petrol Price To ₦1,075/Litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), lowering the cost from ₦1,125 to ₦1,075 per litre. The fresh ₦50 cut,…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Metro

One Killed As Bandits Attack Plateau Community

One person has been killed and another sustained gunshot injuries after suspected armed bandits attacked Rinyan Community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Troops of Sector 6, Operation…

Entertainment

Eucharia Anunobi Urges Nigerians To Embrace Small Businesses.

Veteran Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi has stirred reactions on social media after sharing a video encouraging Nigerians to embrace small-scale businesses rather than relying on constant financial assistance. The actress,…

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

Former EU Lawmaker Probing Spyware Abuse Targeted With Pegasus, Researchers Reveal

A former member of the European Parliament who helped investigate the misuse of surveillance technology across the European Union was himself targeted with Pegasus spyware, according to a report released…

Sports

Morocco Faces France In Quarter-Final Clash As Mbappe Equals Messi’s Goal Tally

Morocco booked their place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup after a commanding 3-0 victory over tournament hosts Canada in their Round of 16 encounter. The North Africans…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

Gbaja/Adeyemi Scandal: Pinnacle Of Corruption Or A Test Of Accountability?

The controversy involving Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has quickly evolved from a dispute between two individuals into a broader debate about governance,…

Exclusive

Electricity Now Nigeria’s Biggest Economic Growth Challenge

Why fixing power has become more important than building more roads, factories or even attracting investment For decades, economists have argued over what makes countries rich. Some say it is…

Health

WHO Unveils First Global Database To Track STIs

The World Health Organization has unveiled the first-ever global database tracking the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), creating a central platform that gives countries access to standardised, quality-assured data…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

When Conscience Finds Its Voice

Every nation eventually reaches a point where silence stops being prudence and becomes complicity. There are moments when patience can no longer disguise decay, when restraint begins to look like…

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

Gbaja/Adeyemi Scandal: Pinnacle Of Corruption Or A Test Of Accountability?

The controversy involving Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has quickly evolved from a dispute between two individuals into a broader debate about governance,…

Global Recognition, National Opportunity

For too long, the dominant story about Nigerian universities has been one of decline. Public debate has focused on inadequate funding, recurring industrial disputes, weak infrastructure, brain drain, declining research…

Education

FG Urges States, Private Schools To Join Digital Education Database

The Federal Government has called on state governments, local government education authorities and private school proprietors to enrol in the Digitalised Nigeria Education Management Information System (DNEMIS), describing comprehensive and…

Tech

WhatsApp Unveils Usernames To Boost User Privacy

WhatsApp has unveiled usernames, a new privacy feature that will allow users to connect without sharing their phone numbers. The Meta-owned messaging platform announced on Monday, June 29, 2026, that…

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,…