Appeal Court Vacates Reserved Judgment In SERAP’s N100m Case
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has vacated its earlier order reserving judgment in SERAP’s N100 million defamation appeal, directing that a fresh hearing date be fixed for two related…
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Politics
2027: Tinubu To Skip Some APC Campaign Rallies, Cites Governance Duties
President Bola Tinubu has said he will not attend every campaign rally of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election, citing the need to focus on…
Business
Cardoso Vows Single-Digit Inflation As FG Woos Investors
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso has reaffirmed the bank’s medium-term target of reducing inflation to single digits, while the Federal Government advances tax incentives to attract investment…
Videos
Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam
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Metro
EFCC Arraigns Woman Over Alleged Visa Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned a woman, Modupe Oriyomi Ativie, over alleged visa fraud involving N31.06m, $3,600 and €1,815. Ativie was arraigned on a five-count charge bordering…
Entertainment
Peller Plans Livestream With Wole Soyinka, Promises ‘Proper English’ Session
Popular Nigerian streamer and content creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has announced plans to host Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka on his livestream. Peller disclosed the proposed collaboration…
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
Ghana Repatriates 120 Nigerians Rescued in Cybercrime Crackdown
Ghana has repatriated 120 Nigerian nationals rescued during an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected cybercrime networks and human trafficking activities in the country. Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations,…
Sports
CAF Increases NFF Funding Ceiling To $700,000
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is eligible for up to $700,000 annually following a 33 per cent increase in funding announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Wednesday,…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
CHIEF DSP ALAMIEYESEIGHA: 11 Years After, The Legacy Of Ijaw Patriot Lives On
Eleven years ago, we lost a great son of the Niger Delta, a remarkable leader, and a dear friend and brother, Chief Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha, the first civilian Governor…
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Beyond Transition: Africa Energy Week 2026 And The Business Case For Energy Abundance
Africa’s energy opportunity is no longer simply a story of untapped resources. It is an investment proposition whose success will depend on the continent’s ability to mobilise capital, manage risk,…
Health
Yobe Medical Director Loses Doctor, Pharmacist Twin Daughters Two Days Apart
The Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre, Nguru, Yobe State, Professor Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, has lost her twin daughters, Dr Hadiyah Usman Abdullahi, a medical doctor, and Aidah Usman…
Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside
King Jaja’s Challenge to Nigeria: Power, Defiance and Economic Self-Determination
If King Jaja of Opobo were alive in Nigeria today, where would he stand in a country wrestling with diplomatic pressures, economic uncertainty and deepening social tensions and what would…
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
CHIEF DSP ALAMIEYESEIGHA: 11 Years After, The Legacy Of Ijaw Patriot Lives On
Eleven years ago, we lost a great son of the Niger Delta, a remarkable leader, and a dear friend and brother, Chief Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha, the first civilian Governor…
ALAMIEYESEIGHA: Ganuwar Katsina — The Fortress Of Katsina, The Pride Of Ijaw Nation
In solemn remembrance of Chief Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha, the Governor-General of the Ijaw Nation, on the anniversary of his passing. There are deaths that leave sorrow in the heart,…
Education
FG Widens Union Monitoring To Avert Campus Strikes
The Federal Government plans to expand its agreement-monitoring committee to cover academic and non-academic staff unions across tertiary institutions to prevent labour disputes from disrupting academic activities. Minister of Education,…
Tech
FG To Deploy 90,000km Fibre Network Across 36 States By 2028
The Federal Government plans to deploy 90,000 kilometres of open-access fibre-optic infrastructure across Nigeria’s 36 states by 2028 under Project BRIDGE, a digital infrastructure initiative aimed at expanding broadband connectivity…
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
Ekpang Nkukwo: Celebrating the Culinary Heritage of the Efik and Ibibio People
Ekpang Nkukwo, a traditional delicacy associated with the Efik and Ibibio people of southern Nigeria, continues to attract attention for its distinctive preparation method, rich flavour and cultural significance. Popular…