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 slashes import levy on Tokunbo, new cars as dealers reveal why prices may not crash yet

Industry

3 months ago

FG breaks silence on IMF’s alleged N8.8 trillion off-budget spending, explains what really happened

Economy

3 months ago

WhatsApp rolls out username reservation: How to secure your handle and hide your phone number

Technology

3 months ago

NNPCL slashes petrol price again, cuts N110 in two weeks as fuel costs keep falling

Energy

3 months ago

Benin, two other countries owe Nigeria N17.45 in electricity debt

Energy

3 months ago

Naira holds firm at N1,370/$ as CBN boosts FX liquidity, official market sees improved stability

Economy

3 months ago

FG launches phase 2 of TVET programme, offers young Nigerians skills, stipends and job opportunities

Economy

3 months ago

The Federal Government launches phase two of the TVET programme, enhancing skills for young Nigerians, boosting employability, and promoting economic empowerment.

TCN announces 7-hour power outage in Abuja, lists affected areas and restoration timeline

Energy

3 months ago

TCN has scheduled a seven-hour power outage in Abuja for maintenance from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., affecting Mpape, Maitama, and Life Camp, ensuring swift restoration

Hope for Warri Refinery as Chinese engineers begin technical assessment

Energy

3 months ago

Chinese engineers have begun assessing Nigeria's Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company, aiming to modernise it for enhanced profitability and reduced petroleum.

Imported petrol price crashes lower than Dangote Refinery’s rate as crude prices fall

Energy

3 months ago

Imported petrol prices fall below Dangote's costs as global crude dives, with experts predicting drops below N1,000 per litre. Diesel and aviation fuels also fall.

New cooking gas prices emerge nationwide as Dangote, Techno Oil, Ardova cut depot rates

Energy

3 months ago

Depot prices for cooking gas have fallen across Nigeria due to declining global crude oil prices, offering consumers relief after sharp recent increases.

Nigeria’s new identity law: 11 Key things to know as enforcement begins

Technology

3 months ago

Nigeria's new NIMC Act reshapes identity management, prioritising digital verification and tough penalties for fraud, enhancing data protection for a secure economy.

Sycamore breaks silence after CBN revokes microfinance bank licence, reassures Customers on funds

Energy

3 months ago

Sycamore assures customers of operational stability after CBN revokes a microfinance bank licence, confirming funds are secure and services continue uninterrupted.

Dangote Cement breaks silence on high prices as dealers release new rates nationwide

Industry

3 months ago

Rising energy costs and exchange rates push Dangote Cement prices to ₦9,500–₦13,000. Homeowners face challenges as construction becomes increasingly unaffordable.

After NNPC, MRS reduces petrol price for second time in two weeks amid drop in crude costs

Energy

3 months ago

MRS filling stations cut petrol prices by N50 per litre, driven by NNPC's reductions and declining crude oil costs, providing relief for motorists in Nigeria.

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