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

5981 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Ogun becomes oil-producing state as NNPCL begins drilling at Eba Well

Energy

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After FG’s alert, NNPC raises alarm of another power cuts as Seplat gas plant shuts down

Energy

2 months ago

United Nigeria Airlines acquires 11 aircraft to begin US flight, other routes

Industry

2 months ago

How to apply for FG’s N300,000 FarmerMoni as portal iopens nationwide

Economy

2 months ago

FG announces 3-day power outage in 5 states as gas plant maintenance cuts 934MW

Energy

2 months ago

New cooking gas prices in Nigeria: Dealers announce latest 1kg, 3kg, 6kg, 12.5kg rates nationwide

Energy

2 months ago

CBN announces new price for dollars for parallel market traders as FX rate gap widens

Economy

2 months ago

The CBN's new forex policy grants BDCs access to the official market, boosting dollar liquidity and aiming to stabilise the naira amid widening rate gaps.

10 Nigerian states with highest foreign debt repayments in 2025 as FAAC deductions hit N455bn

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's 36 states paid N455.38bn in foreign debt service in 2025, marking a 25.77% increase. Lagos tops repayments, raising concerns over fiscal sustainability.

FarmerMoni: FG opens portal for 22,000 Nigerians to apply for N300,000 interest-free loans

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's government launches FarmerMoni, offering interest-free loans up to N300,000 to 22,000 farmers, boosting productivity and promoting rural economic stability

Dangote sets new record, becomes first refinery to hit 650,000bpd capacity

Energy

2 months ago

Dangote Petroleum Refinery achieves full capacity of 650,000 bpd, transforming Nigeria’s oil sector, boosting fuel supply, and reducing import dependency.

Full list: Meet 5 Nigerian banks with capitalised stocks ahead of CBN recapitalisation

Industry

2 months ago

The Nigerian Exchange Banking Index surges over 10% as CBN recapitalisation drives stability, with banks leveraging digital transformation for investor confidence.

Enugu state launches Enugu Air, adds Embraer 195 to fleet to rival Air Peace, Max Air

Industry

2 months ago

Enugu State launches Enugu Air to enhance connectivity and compete with major carriers like Air Peace, featuring the new Embraer 195 for improved regional services.

How Nigeria’s top Ponzi platforms disappear with your money, SEC’s latest warning

Capital Market

2 months ago

The SEC warns of rising Ponzi schemes exploiting digital platforms in Nigeria, highlighting five risky platforms. Know the red flags to protect your investments.

Port Harcourt refinery 90% ready, PENGASSAN says NNPCL can restart within one week

Energy

2 months ago

Port Harcourt Refinery's 90% rehabilitation is complete, pending NNPCL's approval, while PENGASSAN highlights profitability concerns affecting the restart.

CAC offers free registration for 3,500 small businesses, asks entrepreneurs to submit details

Economy

2 months ago

CAC offers free business name registration for 3,500 small enterprises across Nigeria, partnering with Google to simplify processes and boost economic growth.

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