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News

Police Don’t Arrest Citizens for Criticising, Abusing Govt Officials — IG Egbetokun

Eric Patrick The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to upholding citizens’ right to free speech, stating that Nigerians will not be arrested…

Business News

Reps Move to Extend 2024 Budget Implementation to December 31

The House of Representatives on Tuesday took a major step toward extending the lifespan of the capital component of the 2024 national budget, passing a bill for second reading that…

Metro

Bandit Kingpin Turji Kills 44 Security Operatives in Zamfara

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed 44 security personnel in a brutal ambush near Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to security analyst Bakatsine, the victims…

Videos

Nigeria Finally Rescued from $11bn P&ID Scam

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Entertainment News

Life Abroad Is Tough – Tacha Exposes Nigerians’ Struggles in UK

Reality TV personality and influencer, Tacha Akide, has stirred fresh reactions online after offering a candid take on the financial struggles faced by Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. Speaking…

Foreign News

Iran Reports 610 Civilians Killed, 4,700 Injured in 12 Days of Israeli Strikes

Eric Patrick Iran’s health ministry has reported that at least 610 civilians have been killed and more than 4,700 others injured since Israeli airstrikes began on June 13, marking a…

Sports

Super Falcons Hold Portugal 0-0 as Nnadozie Shines

Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered a resilient performance to secure a goalless draw against Portugal in Lisbon, with goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie stealing the spotlight. However, the match has sparked criticism over…

Politics

PDP Leadership Meets INEC Over Internal Party Disputes

A delegation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Damagum, on Tuesday, June 24, visited the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…

Opinion / Column / Guest Writer

Opinion: The Extravagance of Oyo’s Government House Renovation Plan

Adisa Atolagbe Governor Seyi Makinde’s proposed ₦63.4 billion renovation of the Oyo State Government House has ignited a wave of public backlash and provoked intense scrutiny of governance priorities. Coming…

Exclusive

A Single African Currency: Unlocking Tourism and Trade

Currency exchange: a traveller’s dilemma Adéṣẹ́gun Ọṣìbánjọ For many African travellers, embarking on a journey across the continent is an exciting venture until they face the frustrating reality of multiple…

Health

Diphtheria Hits Edo: 3 Dead, 6 Cases Confirmed

Edo State has confirmed three deaths from a recent diphtheria outbreak, according to the Commissioner for Health, Dr Cyril Oshiomhole. He gave the update during a weekend media briefing held…

Power & Performance with Dakuku Peterside

Lessons of Mokwa’s Disaster

Dakuku Peterside When the clouds gathered above Mokwa at the start of the 2025 rainy season, no one reached for a weather almanac; the townspeople needed only memory. They had…

The Rain is Here Again

This is a typical chant in the days of yore whenever there comes the showers of rain most especially around the second quarter of the year. The mere anticipation of…

Education

Ogun Begins Construction of 12 Mega Classrooms in Flagship Schools

Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta The Ogun State Government has commenced the construction of 12 mega classrooms across flagship state-owned secondary schools in the four divisions of the state, in a bid…

Tech

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s 100+ Children to Inherit $13.9bn Fortune

Pavel Durov, the elusive billionaire behind Telegram, has revealed that more than 100 children—biological and donor-conceived—will inherit his vast $13.9 billion fortune. In a rare and wide-ranging recent interview with…

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

Atama Soup: The Leafy Treasure of the Efik and Ibibio Kitchens

Atama soup comes from the Efik and Ibibio people of Akwa Ibom, Delta and Cross River States in southern Nigeria. It’s deeply tied to their food identity, especially in festive…