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

6325 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Big opportunity for Nigerian youths as FG-backed 3MTT unveils 3,000 jobs with ₦150,000 monthly pay

Industry

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New petrol prices emerge at filling stations as depot operators unveil new rates

Energy

a month ago

Lagos unveils names of newly licenced electricity generating, metering companies in the state

Energy

a month ago

More competition for Dangote as marketers receive 164,000MT of imported fuel after price reversal

Energy

a month ago

Lagos breaks power monopoly, grants 14 licences to new firms as IE, EKDC face new rivals

Energy

a month ago

Top female bank CEOs in Nigeria 2026: Meet the women leading major banks, driving growth

Industry

a month ago

Boost for Nigerian SMEs as WAWU opens applications for N250,000 grant

Industry

a month ago

WAWU Africa launches a ₦250,000 grant programme for 20 Nigerian entrepreneurs, requiring a Diploma in Business for sustainable growth and long-term success.

Aliko Dangote gains $1.3 billion in two weeks, net worth Hits $35 billion as global ranking soars

Money

a month ago

Aliko Dangote's net worth hits $35.9bn, fueled by cement growth, a London listing, and a transformative refinery project in Kenya reshaping East Africa's energy.

Nigerian passport rises as Seychelles, Mauritius lead Africa’s strongest passports list

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria’s passport ranks 89th globally, yet visa-free access has declined to 44 destinations, reflecting tightening visa rules and long-term mobility declines.

High-demand jobs in the UK that don’t require a degree in 2026: Full list for Nigerians

Money

a month ago

Discover how the UK job market is prioritising skills over degrees by 2026, creating opportunities in trades like construction and care roles for foreign workers.

WhatsApp to stop working on older iPhones, Android phones from May as Meta ends support

Technology

a month ago

WhatsApp is phasing out support for iPhones below iOS 15.1 and Android devices under 6.0 by September 2026, affecting millions' messaging and calling capabilities.

Tax reforms: Afri Invoice secures NRS accreditation, joins top e-invoicing integrators

Economy

a month ago

Afri Invoice gains NRS accreditation, leading Nigeria's e-invoicing revolution with innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and transforming tax reporting.

Elon Musk nears trillionaire milestone as Dangote, Rabiu dominate Africa’s rich list

Money

a month ago

Elon Musk nears trillionaire status, reshaping global wealth while transforming Africa's tech landscape through Starlink and a $5 billion Tesla investment in Morocco

Experts predict new exchange rate for naira, Ghanaian cedi against USD in May

Economy

a month ago

-Nigeria's naira strengthens against the dollar amid improved FX liquidity, while Ghana's cedi faces pressure from corporate demand and tight currency supply.

Earn while you learn: FG opens TVET scheme for young Nigerians, offers ₦22,500 monthly stipend

Economy

a month ago

Government launches the 2026 TVET Initiative, offering Nigerian youth tuition-free training, a monthly stipend, and startup kits for practical skills development.

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