PIONEER NEWS

In a bold move that signals a shift in Nigeria’s petroleum landscape, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced their readiness to purchase Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the Dangote Refinery, regardless of whether the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) makes a purchase or not. The announcement, made via the official XContinue reading "Independent Petroleum Marketers Declare Readiness to Source PMS from Dangote, Regardless of NNPC’s Decision"

In a revelation that has stirred political circles, Premium Times reported on its official X handle that President Bola Tinubu and his inner circle are disappointed with the performance of Mr. Ajuri Ngelale, the Presidential Spokesperson. Insiders within the presidency disclosed that despite expectations for a more robust and proactive performance, Ngelale has been notablyContinue reading "Premium Times Reveals Presidential Frustration with Ngelale’s Performance: “A Spokesperson in Isolation”"

In a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal policies, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, took to his official X handle to sound the alarm on the impending Value-Added Tax (VAT) increase. He described the decision to raise the VAT from 7.5% to 10% as “a blazing inferno that willContinue reading "Atiku Abubakar Slams Tinubu’s VAT Hike: “A Blazing Inferno Set to Consume Nigeria’s Essence”"

Senator John Owan Enoh, Nigeria's Minister of Sports Development, took to his official X handle to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Team Nigeria's para-athletes at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. In a triumphant display of grit and talent, Nigerian athletes secured an impressive haul of medals, bringing immense pride and joy to the nation. Bose OmolayoContinue reading "Senator Owan Enoh Celebrates Nigeria’s Para Athletes After Historic Paralympics Wins"

In a scathing critique of the current administration, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has publicly declared that both the Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari regimes outperformed the Bola Tinubu government. This bold statement, shared via Punch Newspaper's official X handle, has sparked widespread conversation, igniting political discourse across the nation. The NLC’s assertion comes atContinue reading "NLC Fires Back: “Jonathan and Buhari Governments Were Far Better than Tinubu’s,” Punch Newspaper Reports"

In a major development that could reshape Nigeria's digital payment landscape, OPay has announced a new transfer fee structure, aligning with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) regulations. The digital payment giant took to its official X handle to break the news, stating that starting from September 9, 2024, electronic transfers into personal and businessContinue reading "OPay Implements New Transfer Fees in Compliance with FIRS Regulations: A Game-Changer for Nigerian Financial Transactions"

Usman Umar Girei Professor Ibrahim Garba Satatima, a renowned academic from the prestigious Bayero University Kano, has made a passionate appeal to Nigerian leaders to be more proactive and God-fearing in addressing the growing insecurity plaguing the nation. In an exclusive interview with our correspondent in Kaduna, the respected scholar emphasized the need for synergyContinue reading "Leadership, Responsibility, and Fear of God: Prof. Ibrahim Garba Satatima’s Call for Unity Against Insecurity"

The people of Benue State are once again engulfed in fear and uncertainty as a resurgence of violence by criminal elements believed to be remnants of the late notorious militia leader, Terwase Akwaza, popularly known as Gana, sweeps across the region. In an alarming development, the Vanguard Newspaper reported via its official X handle thatContinue reading "“Terror Returns: Anxiety Grips Benue as Gana’s Militia Gang Unleashes Wave of Killings and Abductions”"