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

6157 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Aliko Dangote shuts down two companies, gives reasons

Industry

6 days ago

Data shows Dangote Refinery’s price adjustments in 2026; 6 hikes, 3 cuts

Energy

6 days ago

Meta launches WhatsApp Incognito Mode: Nigerians can now chat with AI privately

Technology

6 days ago

High crude oil cost: AP, MRS, others increase petrol depot prices, filling stations adjust fast

Energy

7 days ago

CBN releases fresh exchange rates as naira falls, Access, UBA, Zenith other banks price dollar high

Economy

7 days ago

Dangote Refinery to sell shares via POS, Opay, Moniepoint as Nigerians prepare for historic IPO

Capital Market

7 days ago

Lagos unveils 19 winners for N10bn MSME fund as cooperative businesses set for major boost

Industry

7 days ago

Lagos State launches 19 accelerators under its N10bn Micro Enterprise Support Initiative, offering no-collateral loans to empower MSMEs, enhance financial inclusion.

Googlebook is coming: Google unveils new Android laptop to cChallenge Apple’s MacBook

Technology

7 days ago

Google unveils the Googlebook, its premium laptop challenging Apple’s MacBook dominance, featuring Gemini AI for enhanced performance and advanced functionality.

Lagos increases Governor’s Consent, Stamp Duties, other land transaction fees

Industry

8 days ago

Lagos government has raised property transaction charges by up to 300%. Learn how new fees impact prime locations like Lekki, Ikoyi, and Banana Island.

Nigeria’s ₦144.7trn debt explained: Full breakdown of Tinubu’s borrowing portfolio, major creditors

Economy

8 days ago

President Tinubu is eyeing a $1.25 billion loan from the World Bank, potentially raising Nigeria's public debt to over ₦160 trillion amidst economic growth claims.

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Cement prices soar to N13,000 per bag as Dangote, BUA adjust rates nationwide, rent hikes loom

Industry

8 days ago

Cement prices in Nigeria soar to N13,000 per 50kg bag, impacting construction and raising concerns over soaring costs and potential rent hikes amidst market turmoil.

Lagos unveils plans for state-issued kdriver’s licence, gets FG’s approval

Economy

8 days ago

Lagos State unveils a state-issued driver’s licence to enhance road safety. With 3.5 million Blue Line Rail passengers, public transport adoption is on the rise.

Access, UBA, Zenith, other Nigerian banks raise dollar rates as naira weakens amid FX pressure

Economy

8 days ago

Naira weakens for the third session at N1,375.62/$ amid rising dollar demand. Nigeria's external reserves rise to $48.45bn as oil production hits 1.66m barrels daily

FG opens $20,000 grant for Nigerian startups, SMEs as REA sets new eligibility criteria

Energy

9 days ago

Nigerian startups can now apply for grants up to $20,000 under the GCIP Nigeria Fund, aimed at supporting clean-tech innovations and sustainability efforts.

Cooking gas shortage hits Lagos as new LPG prices emerge, Nigerians brace for fresh increase

Energy

9 days ago

Nigeria faces a potential Liquefied Petroleum Gas shortage, risking price hikes for consumers and businesses as supply tightens across Lagos depots.

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