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

6968 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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

Technology

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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

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

Industry

2 months ago

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

Industry

2 months ago

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

Energy

2 months ago

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.

NAICOM publishes list of 43 approved insurance companies after recapitalisation

Industry

2 months ago

Nigeria's insurance industry welcomed 43 firms meeting new capital requirements, bolstering economic growth and enhancing consumer protection after a major exercise.

FG agrees to dollar swap deal with Dangote Refinery to sustain naira fuel sales, crash prices

Energy

2 months ago

The Federal Government strikes a deal with Dangote Refinery to exchange dollars for naira from petrol sales, aiming to resolve forex challenges and stabilise supply.

Finland updates immigration rules, confirms 60 visa-free countries, 2 African nations make the list

Industry

2 months ago

Finland confirms visa-free entry for citizens of Mauritius and Seychelles, allowing stays up to 90 days. Learn about the conditions and Finland's allure for workers.

Samsung unveils best budget camera phones for 2026: Top budget Galaxy models with best photo quality

Technology

2 months ago

See Samsung's affordable Galaxy A-series smartphones, featuring impressive camera capabilities, including the 50MP Galaxy A55 5G with Optical Image Stabilisation.

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