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

6972 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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5 cheapest Samsung phones to buy in Nigeria in 2026: Prices, features and full specs

Technology

2 months ago

FG unveils 7 costly mistakes that could stop you from getting a government job

Industry

2 months ago

FG orders PoS operators to register with NDPC as court upholds new data protection rules

Industry

2 months ago

ASIS 2026 moves from dialogue to delivery, unlocks new pathways for Africa’s sustainable future

Economy

2 months ago

Naira gains as CBN steps up FX interventions, dollar falls to N1,362

Economy

2 months ago

Big opportunity for NYSC members as applications open for ₦250m tech scholarship

Economy

2 months ago

CANAL+ slashes DStv, GOtv decoder prices as MultiChoice returns to profit

Industry

2 months ago

CANAL+ reduces decoder prices by up to 40% to boost DStv and GOtv subscriptions, igniting subscriber growth while focusing on premium live sports content.

Dealers crash cooking gas prices nationwide, release new rates for 6kg, 12.5 amid surge in imports

Energy

2 months ago

Nigeria's cooking gas prices in Abuja have dropped as imports surge by 1,400%. Market stability raises hopes for further reductions in refilling costs nationwide.

All On @10 hackathon inspires young Nigerians to develop clean energy solutions

Technology

2 months ago

All On marked 10 years with a Hackathon, where Team Current Creators won for their ColdLink platform, addressing Nigeria's clean energy challenges.

FG approves ₦3.6bn for 200k tailors under ITF skills scheme, swaps starter packs with business aid

Economy

2 months ago

The Federal Government invests ₦3.6bn in the SUPA Scheme, supporting 200,000 tailors with sustainable skills and business incubation for artisan workforce.

Relief for small businesses as FG rolls out ₦50k grant for traders, vulcanisers, others

Economy

2 months ago

The Federal Government launches a ₦50,000 grant scheme for one million nano businesses, providing vital financial relief to micro entrepreneurs nationwide.

FairMoney deploys 100,000 PoS terminals as it uses merchant payment data to unlock business loans

Industry

2 months ago

FairMoney's innovative PoS terminals aim to reshape lending for MSMEs, leveraging transaction history for informed business credit decisions amid rising competition.

Samsung unveils new Galaxy Z Fold8 series: prices in naira, AI features, everything you should know

Technology

2 months ago

Samsung unveils the passport-shaped Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8, featuring upgraded AI, enhanced durability, and diverse designs for unique user experiences.

Access Bank unveils AI-powered SME app to help Nigerian businesses track sales, staff from anywhere

Industry

2 months ago

Access Bank unveils the AI-powered Access SME App at its Lagos conference, aimed at helping SMEs streamline sales, inventory, and staff management efficiently.

Loan apps increase interest rates by 300%, Oye urges CBN to act against predatory lending

Industry

2 months ago

Digital lending apps in Nigeria face scrutiny for 300% interest rates, trapping vulnerable borrowers in debt. Calls for CBN regulation grow amid escalating hardships

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