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

6957 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Aisha Achimugu honoured with Daily Times Trailblazer Award at centenary celebration

Energy

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53,000 Africans won US Green Cards. Why many could still lose their chance by September 30

Money

a month ago

Dangote Refinery crashes petrol prices N46 lower than imported fuel, as depot rates hold steady

Energy

a month ago

No More N1,360/kg: Retailers, depots release fresh cooking gas prices nationwide

Energy

a month ago

Bacita Sugar exits receivership as KIA Africa secures investor backing

Economy

a month ago

Lagos is changing the rent law: What landlords, tenants and agents could gain or lose

Economy

a month ago

Full list of Nigerian companies with largest subscriber base in 2026

Technology

a month ago

Nigeria's telecom market sees MTN and Airtel thrive amid Glo's struggles and T2's stagnant numbers, showing challenges in subscriber retention and network quality.

WhatsApp adds a fourth pinned message: Here’s who can use the new feature

Technology

a month ago

WhatsApp is testing a new feature allowing four pinned messages in group chats, enhancing information access in busy conversations for Android beta users.

Diesel price crosses ₦2,000 in Nigeria as Lagos depots slash rates below Dangote’s ₦1,850

Energy

a month ago

Diesel prices in Nigeria soar above ₦2,000 per litre, impacting businesses and consumers. Explore depot price dynamics amid inconsistent costs across Lagos and Abuja

6 Nigerian billionaires’ companies join FTSE Frontier Index: Full list

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria's FTSE Russell frontier index inclusion spotlights local billionaires like Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola, boosting international investment visibility.

AGOA extended: What two more years of duty-free US trade means for Nigerian exporters

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria gains a two-year AGOA extension, boosting export opportunities to the US. Exporters should focus on value-added products to meet standards.

World’s highest minimum wages: What ₦70,000 really buys a Nigerian worker vs Australia and Europe

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria's ₦70,000 minimum wage struggles against rising costs, revealing stark gaps in purchasing power compared to developed economies and workers' daily struggles.

Nigeria’s external reserves hit $54bn, Highest in 18 years, as naira strengthens to N1,315 per dollar

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria's external reserves soar to $54.08 billion, the highest in 18 years, boosting naira strength to N1,315/$ amid rising foreign-exchange inflows.

N300,000 and up: 6 Lagos neighbourhoods to consider If rent is breaking your budget

Industry

a month ago

Discover affordable accommodation options in Lagos as prices soar. Explore Ikorodu for budget-friendly rentals like self-contained apartments and mini-flats.

Naira strengthens to N1,315 as dollar falls to N1,302 at official FX market

Economy

a month ago

The naira strengthens to N1,302 against the US dollar, gaining N11 in a day as forex turnover rises 62%, supported by Nigeria's $54 billion reserves.

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