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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Access, UBA, Zenith, Opay, others flag 42,082 transactions by suspected Yahoo boys

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Naira hits five-month high at N1,349 as CBN cash rule boosts FX liquidity, dollar slides

Economy

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Nigeria car import rules 2026: Vehicles you can import, age limit, LHD rule and new levies

Industry

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US introduces new visa rules from September 15: What families, H-1B holders and students must know

Money

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MultiChoice Nigeria breaks Silence on Canal+ ownership, DStv Prices and channel packaging

Technology

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Redmi 14C vs Redmi 15C: Which budget phone offers better value?

Technology

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CBN revises ATM, PoS charges as transactions fall 20%: What Nigerians will pay

Economy

a month ago

CBN revises ATM withdrawal rules, imposing fees on other banks' machines as PoS transactions drop by nearly 20%. Discover the shift in Nigeria's cash-access sector.

Petrol prices crash as depots cut rates, AP, MRS and others slash pump prices nationwide

Energy

a month ago

Petrol prices fluctuated on August 17, 2026, as depot rates rose and fell, offering relief to motorists amid global market pressures and ongoing volatility.

Africa’s biggest IPO is here: Here are top apps to buy Dangote Refinery’s $5bn shares in October

Capital Market

a month ago

Nigerians anticipate Dangote Refinery's $5 billion IPO by October 2026, eager for subscription terms while staying alert to fraudulent promotions before approval.

Android 17 is here: Full list of phones already running Google’s new software

Technology

a month ago

The Android 17 update is here, leading with Google Pixel, while Samsung and Motorola join in. Many users face a waiting game due to new AI feature requirements.

6 thriving businesses to turn pain into profit as Nigerians battle high costs and economic pressure

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria's economic recovery hides high living costs, yet new businesses thrive by addressing urgent needs like digital lending and solar power, reshaping the market.

CBN crashes dollar as demand increases, naira trades at new rates

Economy

a month ago

In March 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria sold $953.41m in FX, marking a recovery from earlier lows, as private-sector inflows reshape the market dynamics.

AP, MRS, other filling stations slash petrol prices as depot rates fall nationwide

Energy

a month ago

Petrol prices in Nigeria are falling as major marketers reduce rates due to the competitive edge of Dangote Refinery, providing much-needed relief for motorists.

How to start a CNG conversion workshop in Nigeria: Step-by-step rrocess, amount required

Energy

a month ago

Discover how CNG conversion workshops offer profitable opportunities for Nigerian motorists amid rising petrol prices, transforming fuel challenges into success.

Airtel, Starlink launch Africa’s first satellite-to-phone service in DRC

Technology

a month ago

Airtel Africa and Starlink launch a satellite-to-phone service in the DRC, transforming connectivity by enabling direct connection to satellites via smartphones.

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