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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Private depots slash petrol prices by N35 as competition with Dangote Refinery intensifies

Energy

a month ago

Dangote sets October deadline to begin construction of 700,000 bpd East African refinery

Energy

a month ago

No more N60k: Rice prices crash as 50kg bag sells for N48,000, local millers count losses

Industry

a month ago

US releases new rule, clarifies those ineligible through birthright citizenship

Money

2 months ago

DStv removes four popular channels: Where Nigerians can still find their favourite content

Industry

2 months ago

Depots crash cooking gas prices as dealers release new rates nationwide

Energy

2 months ago

Otedola’s N18bn buying spree sends First HoldCo shares soaring to N150

Economy

2 months ago

Femi Otedola raises his First HoldCo stake to 26% with an N18 billion purchase as shares soar to N150, marking a milestone in Nigerian banking with N6trn valuation.

Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, 3 other streaming services competing with DStv Compact price in Nigeria

Technology

2 months ago

Streaming services are reshaping entertainment in Nigeria, challenging DStv’s dominance as viewers embrace affordable, personalised options amid rising access.

Another Nigerian Refinery to begin petrol production to complement Dangote

Energy

2 months ago

Azikel Refinery in Bayelsa nears completion, promising local petrol production and energy independence, while boosting industrialisation and job creation.

Naira gains as official, BDC exchange rate gap narrows below 2%, CBN says

Economy

2 months ago

The naira strengthens as the gap between official and BDC rates narrows to less than 2%, supported by rising external reserves above $52 billion and CBN reforms.

WhatsApp adds email recovery option as Meta reveals steps to secure accounts

Technology

2 months ago

WhatsApp enhances security by allowing users to link an email for account recovery. This extra layer helps restore access even when phone verification fails.

Maureen Tamuno demands stronger policies to unlock women’s economic power

Industry

2 months ago

Ambassador Maureen Tamuno calls for policies empowering women in finance and leadership, highlighting economic necessity at Abuja Business and Investment Expo.

Lagos introduces digital fare payment for Danfo buses on 4 Quality Bus Corridors

Industry

2 months ago

Lagos State Government signed an MoU with transport unions to regulate danfo buses, introducing digital payments and improving safety and efficiency.

Six depots crash petrol prices to compete with Dangote Refinery, new rates emerge nationwide

Energy

2 months ago

Six private depot operators cut petrol prices, closing in on Dangote Refinery’s N1,165 per litre, as competition heats up in Nigeria's downstream petroleum market.

US releases new social media screening requirements for Nigerians applying for visas

Money

2 months ago

The U.S. expands social media screening for visa applicants, impacting Nigerians seeking work and study opportunities, amid heightened immigration controls.

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