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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Zenith Bank confirms cyberattack as hackers access customer data, issues urgent security warning

Industry

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Dangote Refinery eyes fresh petrol price cut as depot rates drop across Nigeria

Energy

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Top 10 strongest African passports in 2026 as Nigeria misses ranking respite more visa-free deals

Money

2 months ago

Afri Invoice opens recruitment for 100 professionals as Nigeria’s e-invoicing rollout expands

Technology

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Samsung bans popular Smart TV apps over hijacking risks, urges users to uninstall them immediately

Technology

2 months ago

FG Slaps 1.5% Stamp Duty on Bitcoin, USDT as Nigeria unveils sweeping crypto tax rules

Technology

2 months ago

FirstHoldCo becomes Nigeria's most valuable bank, launches N1.4trn share sale

Industry

2 months ago

FirstHoldCo secures Central Bank approval for a N1.4trn share sale. CEO Alebiosu reports strong demand, hinting at a short offering window amid ownership disputes.

Canada unveils 8 companies eligible to sponsor foreign workers under special work permit programme

Industry

2 months ago

Canada lists eight high-growth firms hiring skilled Nigerians through a special work permit pathway, simplifying job opportunities in AI, healthcare, and legal tech.

Kolomoni unveils free bank transfers for Nigerians under 25, launches youth-focused banking campaign

Industry

2 months ago

Kolomoni launches new campaign, offering free bank transfers for users aged 25 and below, supported by celebrity ambassadors, boosting digital banking access.

Cooking gas prices crash across Nigeria as LPG drops below N1,400/kg in Lagos, Enugu, other states

Energy

2 months ago

Cooking gas prices in Nigeria drop nearly 39%, easing household budgets. Families save thousands as LPG costs decline amidst inflation concerns and increased supply.

NNPC cuts petrol price after MRS as Dangote undercuts private depots nationwide

Energy

2 months ago

NNPC reduces petrol price from N1,335 to N1,299 per litre, escalating competition in Nigeria's oil market as MRS filling stations and Dangote Refinery adjust prices.

Retailers crash cooking gas prices as NLNG halts export to boost local supplies

Energy

2 months ago

Nigerians enjoy lower cooking gas prices as NLNG dedicates LPG production to the local market, boosting availability amid falling global oil prices.

Lagos opens $5,000 climate action fund for youths aged 15 to 24, announces how to apply

Industry

2 months ago

The Lagos state government has opened applications for Climate Action Fund for Nigerians between the ages of 15 through 24 as it seeks to deepen climate knowledge.

Best Samsung phones for amateur photography and videos in 2026: Galaxy series lead the pack

Technology

2 months ago

Discover Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra, S24 Ultra, and A55 5G—smartphones that empower amateur photographers with professional-quality images at every budget.

Good news as cooking gas prices crash, NLNG halts exports amid new policy

Energy

2 months ago

NLNG dedicates 100% of LPG production to Nigeria, slashing cooking gas prices to N1,075/kg, aiding access to cleaner energy and significantly boosting the economy.

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