An experienced Nigerian Journalist who has traversed the fields of journalism and media and information technology services for over 3 decades. He has conducted international award winning investigations and written volumes of pro-nation and people centered stories. His works promote nation building, and peace. Nwokocha has outstanding works in Health, Defence and Security, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Economy.

The First Mail is an independent General interest online newspaper platform. The First Mail is committed to investigative journalism and the defence of press freedom. We shall also serve as a platform for political, cultural and social commentary from the civil society community for promotion of democracy and a better society.

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It shall have these segments and shall give voice to the voiceless via Opinion, Comment, Viewpoint, and Letters to the Editor. It shall pursue advertorials and commercials as legitimate sources of revenue. The First Mail news portal is based in Nigeria.

We believe that there is an urgent need in Nigeria for journalism that speaks truth to power and delivers balanced information without fear or favor, keeping to the ancient honored ethics of hearing from all sides or parties. We are inspired by the hope for greater institutional transformation leading to a fairer, more democratic space and stronger institutions.

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The rise of social media has plagued the space with fake news and non-professionals. Consequent upon this development, a huge gap has been created. The First Mail ensures its news is professionally served by a team of trained, experienced, and dedicated journalists. We strive to be an outlet of integrity and credibility that does not compromise on excellence, truth, or fact. Correctness of content is our priority.

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