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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Dangote Cement opens application for Engineering Research competition, offers N1.5m

Industry

3 months ago

New NIMC law: FG unveils Nigeria’s sole identity, introduces digital IDs

Technology

3 months ago

N980/kg: Cooking gas depot prices crash as marketers slash rates to rival Dangote Refinery

Energy

3 months ago

Nigeria’s new Green Tax: How lower import duties will affect car prices, buyers and dealers

Industry

3 months ago

CBN clears confusion over old ₦100 notes, confirms all versions remain legal tender

Economy

3 months ago

NIS unveils step-by-step guide for contactless passport renewal for Nigerians abroad

Economy

3 months ago

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Petrol prices drop by N125 per litre as IPMAN confirms nationwide fuel price cut

Energy

3 months ago

Nigerian motorists enjoy a petrol price drop of N125 per litre amid competition. Current rates are N1,155 to N1,299, with further reductions expected.

Fact-Check: Is Dangote petrol really cheaper outside Nigeria? What we found

Energy

3 months ago

Claims of cheaper Dangote petrol abroad spark debate, yet evidence shows no proof of lower prices outside Nigeria. The refinery denies re-exporting fuel.

Nigeria Customs confirms slash in import duty on used, new vehicles as new rates take effect

Maritime

3 months ago

Nigerian government has reduced vehicle import duties, easing costs for Nigerians amid scrutiny over cargo diversion, as Customs targets N11.07trn revenue for 2026.

Tony Elumelu retires from UBA: Full list of companies owned by the billionaire investor

Industry

3 months ago

Tony Elumelu, UBA Group Chairman, retires after 15 transformative years, with Nnorom stepping in. Elumelu continues to shape Africa’s economy via diverse investments

BUA, Dangote Cement dealers release fresh prices as experts compare Nigeria's cost with Africa

Industry

3 months ago

Nigeria produces more cement than it consumes, yet prices remain among the highest in Africa due to rising costs and logistical challenges affecting affordability.

Rice prices crash across Nigeria as dealers slash rates: Latest prices by brand

Industry

3 months ago

Nigerian rice prices drop significantly, offering consumers relief amid rising food inflation, with improved supply and competition enhancing market affordability.

Dangote Refinery, major marketers slash petrol prices after FG push for lower fuel costs

Energy

3 months ago

Nigeria's petrol and diesel prices fall as Dangote Refinery adjusts rates post-government meeting. Experts foresee further reductions amid falling global crude costs

West African energy leaders head to Scotland for strategic partnerships, investment drives

Energy

3 months ago

Senior West African energy executives will visit Scotland in September for strategic partnerships, focusing on offshore oil, renewables, and carbon.

NAHCO strengthens board as Wolemi Esan, FirstBank Executive, join as non-executive directors

Industry

3 months ago

NAHCO has appoineds Wolemi Esan and Dr Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga as Non-Executive Directors, reinforcing its board with legal and financial expertise.

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