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

6329 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Earn in dollars: Dangote unveils plans to sell 10% of Dangote Refinery via Africa-wide IPO

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MTN, Airtel suspend airtime, data lending: Why FCCPC's new lending rule affects you

Industry

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Martell’s ‘Swift Ascendant’ storms Abuja, ignites art and nightlife culture

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N3,300/Litre: Marketers unveil true cost of aviation fuel as airlines announce flight suspension

Industry

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NGX OGs: Top 10 strongest stocks powering NGX rally in April 2026

Capital Market

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Nigerian fuel depot owners brace for petrol price hikes as Brent crude nears $100 amid Hormuz crisis

Energy

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Global oil prices near $100 raise concerns in Nigeria as petrol price hikes loom. Market anxieties grow due to Strait of Hormuz supply disruptions.

Naira strengthens to ₦1,342/$ as FX supply improves, CBN data shows

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's currency strengthens to ₦1,342.30/$ amid improved FX market conditions, while oil prices rise, impacting global economic outlook and reserves.

FCCPC cracks down on loan apps: 7 Key rules reshaping Nigeria’s digital lending market

Industry

2 months ago

Nigeria's FCCPC enforces new digital lending regulations, enhancing consumer protection and data privacy while combating harassment and predatory practices.

Petrol depot prices inch slightly up: Dangote Refinery, AP, MRS, others adjust rates

Energy

2 months ago

Nigeria’s fuel market feels the strain as petrol depot prices rise amid global oil volatility. Inflation hits two-decade high while demand drops sharply.

Coalition hails NRS for explosive surge from N711bn to N3.6trn monthly

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria’s monthly revenue surged over 400% to N3.635 trillion, driven by tax reforms boosting infrastructure, healthcare, and education in a fiscal landscape.

Band A, Band B users in trouble as FG plans to remove electricity subsidy

Energy

2 months ago

Nigeria's government plans to end= electricity subsidies, shifting to full cost-reflective tariffs as it decentralises power regulation for a sustainable energy.

Osun tops Nigeria’s cheapest states as inflation climbs: Full ranking revealed

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's inflation rose to 15.38% in March 2026. Explore how location impacts affordability, with Osun standing as the most affordable state at 5.25%.

FG floats Africa’s first maritime, Blue Economy Television

Maritime

2 months ago

Nigeria launches Blue Economy Television, Africa's first channel dedicated to maritime sectors, aiming to reshape perceptions and unlock opportunities the economy.

Naira ranks second best-performing African currency against dollar in 2026

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's naira shines as Africa's second-best-performing currency against the dollar in 2026, amidst low reserves and a positive CPI outlook in Nigeria.

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