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

6977 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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FG opens portal for small business support after N1m CREDITCORP laptop scheme

Economy

2 months ago

Dangote replies NNPC on crude oil supply, hikes petrol prices nationwide

Energy

2 months ago

Marketers resume petrol loading at depots at new prices as Dangote releases fresh rates

Energy

2 months ago

Three steps to apply for FG’s CREDITCORP scheme for laptops, phones, other gadgets

Economy

2 months ago

No more N1,200: Petrol prices jump by ₦200/L as Dangote Refinery wwitches to dollar sales

Energy

2 months ago

Aisha Achimugu accuses EFCC of rights violations, asset seizures and defamation

Money

2 months ago

FCCPC updates list of approved loan apps in Nigeria as digital lending regulation resumes

Industry

2 months ago

The FCCPC, in partnership with the CBN, updates its registry of 170+ licensed digital lenders, ensuring safer borrowing for Nigerians amid rising fintech concerns.

How to apply as FG launches CREDITCORP scheme for Nigerians to buy laptops, internet devices, others

Economy

2 months ago

The Federal Government launches the C.L.I.C.K.D. initiative to provide affordable financing for laptops, boosting Nigeria's digital economy and access to tech.

Filling stations raise petrol prices again as MRS, NNPCL outlets shut down

Energy

2 months ago

Fuel supply issues in Abuja lead to MRS and NNPCL outlet closures, as petrol prices surge to N1,280 amid calls for government intervention. Read more on the crisis.

N1,378/$: Naira appreciates at official market but weakens to N1,413/$ in parallel market

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria's forex markets see a widening gap as the naira weakens in the parallel market. External reserves rise to $51.74bn, driven by oil and remittances.

Dangote dollar pricing: Marketers warn FG that Nigerians may buy fuel in USD

Energy

2 months ago

Petroleum marketers warn the Federal Government over Dangote Refinery's shift to dollar pricing for fuel, risking dollarisation and increased costs for Nigerians.

CREDITCORP: FG announces plans to give 500,000 Nigerians N45.2bn to purchase cars, phones, others

Economy

2 months ago

The Federal Government targets 500,000 CREDICORP beneficiaries by 2026, boosting consumer credit to N45.2bn for key sectors like mobility and digital devices.

Lagos, Rivers and Oyo lead Nigeria’s VAT race as states Gain ₦2.37trn windfall

Economy

2 months ago

Lagos, Rivers, and Oyo lead Nigeria in Value Added Tax generation, showcasing regional economic dominance amid a new revenue-sharing formula benefiting top perfomers

CBN unveils tough new rules for Opay, Moniepoint, PalmPay, others to deepen financial inclusion

Industry

2 months ago

The CBN introduced new regulations for major fintechs, imposing ring-fencing rules and market share limits to foster competition and enhance financial stability.

Court rules FCCPC can regulate airtime lending but cannot issue licences

Industry

2 months ago

A Federal High Court ruling clarifies FCCPC's authority over airtime lending, confirms NCC's licensing role, and impacts telecom operations in Nigeria.

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