Release Achimugu in 24 hours, Court orders EFCC
Eric Patrick Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to free businesswoman and socialite Aisha Achimugu within the…
News
Business News
CAC Cracks Down on Unregistered Businesses with Six-Week Ultimatum
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a stern six-week ultimatum to all businesses operating without registration, warning of legal consequences including jail time and fines. In a public notice…
Metro
Oyo Court Jails Man 63 Years for ₦1bn Fraud
Justice Olusola Adetujoye of the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has sentenced Olaniyan Gbenga Amos to 63 years in prison for multiple counts of investment fraud. EFCC spokesperson Dele…
Entertainment News
Davido Blasts Nigerian Leaders, Says Entertainment Saving Nation’s Image
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known worldwide as Davido, didn’t hold back in a candid chat with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden. He openly described Nigeria as having the “worst governments.” According…
Foreign News
PHOTOS: Bishop TD Jakes Hands Over Church Leadership to Daughter, Son-in-Law
Eric Patrick The Senior Pastor of The Potter’s House, Thomas Dexter Jakes, announced at church on Sunday that he’s handing over the megachurch in Dallas, Texas, to his daughter, Sarah…
Sports
Cyril Dessers Crowned Rangers Top Scorer for 2024/25 Season
Nigerian international and Rangers FC forward, Cyril Dessers, has been named the Top Scorer for the Scottish club in the 2024/25 season, following an impressive campaign across all competitions. The…
Politics
Wike Frustrated Peter Obi Out of PDP — Dele Momodu
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain and Ovation Magazine publisher, Chief Dele Momodu, has blamed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for forcing Peter Obi out of the PDP…
Opinion / Column / Guest Writer
A Pope’s Funeral And New Leadership Paradigm
Dakuku Peterside The world came together on a warm April morning in Rome. Under Bernini’s wide colonnade, a simple wooden coffin lay, almost shy against the grand marble of St.…
Exclusive
Sustainable Energy Choices in Africa: Assessing Renewable, Fossil Fuel Options for Business, Home
Exclusive Economy (Use photos below) Adéṣẹ́gun Ọṣìbánjọ A Brief Look Inside Africa’s energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the need to address Energy poverty, reduce Greenhouse Gas…
Health
UNICEF, Lagos Government Warn of Polio Resurgence Amid Low Immunisation
Gladness Gideon In a powerful show of solidarity during the 2025 World Immunisation Week, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the Lagos State Government, led an advocacy…
The Menace of Indiscriminate Refuse Dumps
Driving into Abuja from Koroduma — popularly referred to as One-Man Village — located along the Abuja/Keffi expressway in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, we were heading for…
Education
Abia Suspends College Provost, Names Dr Abdulkarim Jibril Acting Head
In a major move to reshape leadership at the Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, the Abia State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of Professor Vincent Onwe, Provost…
Tech
Tribunal Affirms FCCPC’s $220m Fine Against Meta, WhatsApp for Exploiting Nigerians
The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has upheld the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) ruling against Meta Platforms Incorporated (Facebook) and WhatsApp LLC, confirming the commission’s authority and…
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.
Don’t forget to contribute your quota by sharing this video. Like and hit the follow button.
Let’s make our region great again!.