Pascal Oparada

Education: Mass Communications, Yaba College of Technology, Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Advanced digital reporting 2024

Experience: Brands and Marketing Reporter, Daily Independent (2008-2014), Brands and Tech Reporter, TheNiche (2014-2019), Brands and Marketing Editor, The Nigerian Xpress (2019-2021), Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ)

Awards: PwC Media Excellence Award (2018)

For over a decade, Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy. He has worked in many media organizations such as Daily Independent, TheNiche newspaper, and the Nigerian Xpress. He is a 2018 PwC Media Excellence Award winner. Email:pascal.oparada@corp.legit.ng

6320 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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West African energy leaders head to Scotland for strategic partnerships, investment drives

Energy

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NAHCO strengthens board as Wolemi Esan, FirstBank Executive, join as non-executive directors

Industry

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FG slashes import levy on Tokunbo, new cars as dealers reveal why prices may not crash yet

Industry

2 hours ago

FG breaks silence on IMF’s alleged N8.8 trillion off-budget spending, explains what really happened

Economy

3 hours ago

WhatsApp rolls out username reservation: How to secure your handle and hide your phone number

Technology

6 hours ago

NNPCL slashes petrol price again, cuts N110 in two weeks as fuel costs keep falling

Energy

7 hours ago

Benin, two other countries owe Nigeria N17.45 in electricity debt

Energy

a day ago

Togo, Benin Republic and Niger owe Nigeria a whooping N17.45bn in electricity debt, compounding the countries' woes. Data shows domestic customers pay better

Naira holds firm at N1,370/$ as CBN boosts FX liquidity, official market sees improved stability

Economy

a day ago

The naira stabilises at N1,370.19/USD as CBN's intervention reduces volatility, aided by rising global oil prices, promising support for Nigeria's economy.

FG launches phase 2 of TVET programme, offers young Nigerians skills, stipends and job opportunities

Economy

a day ago

The Federal Government launches phase two of the TVET programme, enhancing skills for young Nigerians, boosting employability, and promoting economic empowerment.

TCN announces 7-hour power outage in Abuja, lists affected areas and restoration timeline

Energy

a day ago

TCN has scheduled a seven-hour power outage in Abuja for maintenance from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., affecting Mpape, Maitama, and Life Camp, ensuring swift restoration

Hope for Warri Refinery as Chinese engineers begin technical assessment

Energy

a day ago

Chinese engineers have begun assessing Nigeria's Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company, aiming to modernise it for enhanced profitability and reduced petroleum.

Imported petrol price crashes lower than Dangote Refinery’s rate as crude prices fall

Energy

3 days ago

Imported petrol prices fall below Dangote's costs as global crude dives, with experts predicting drops below N1,000 per litre. Diesel and aviation fuels also fall.

New cooking gas prices emerge nationwide as Dangote, Techno Oil, Ardova cut depot rates

Energy

3 days ago

Depot prices for cooking gas have fallen across Nigeria due to declining global crude oil prices, offering consumers relief after sharp recent increases.

Nigeria’s new identity law: 11 Key things to know as enforcement begins

Technology

3 days ago

Nigeria's new NIMC Act reshapes identity management, prioritising digital verification and tough penalties for fraud, enhancing data protection for a secure economy.

Sycamore breaks silence after CBN revokes microfinance bank licence, reassures Customers on funds

Energy

3 days ago

Sycamore assures customers of operational stability after CBN revokes a microfinance bank licence, confirming funds are secure and services continue uninterrupted.

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