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

6620 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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ECOWAS $65,000 startup funding: Step-by-step guide for Nigerians to apply

Economy

7 days ago

Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price after hike as depots reduce rates nationwide

Energy

7 days ago

Nigerians to buy fuel with no Attendant as firm launches self-service stations, CEO unveils benefits

Energy

7 days ago

South Africa launches new digital visa system, names only 4 countries to benefit

Money

7 days ago

New streaming platform, NolliStream launches, with zero subscription fee to rival DStv, GOtv, others

Technology

7 days ago

Full list of African countries offering Golden visas to Nigerians, amount and how to qualify

Money

8 days ago

Naira falls to N1,364 per dollar, but ranked among 10 best-performing currencies in Africa

Economy

8 days ago

The naira weakened slightly against the dollar amid declining forex activity, yet remains among Africa's top 10 currencies as Nigeria's reserves rise to $52.14bn.

MTN offers customers one hour of free TikTok data every Sunday, Nigerians left out

Technology

8 days ago

MTN launches TikTok Open Time, offering South African users one hour of free TikTok access every Sunday, enhancing value with a single SIM for all their social needs

MTN goes down memory lane, launches Y’ello Street Experience, invites Nigerians to participate

Technology

8 days ago

Celebrate MTN's 25 years of connectivity at the Y’ello Street Experience in Lagos, reliving personal milestones shaped by mobile technology until August 17, 2026.

CBN opens Sandbox applications for banks, fintechs, crypto firms, unveils deadline

Industry

8 days ago

The Central Bank of Nigeria invites fintechs and VASPs to apply for its Regulatory Sandbox Programme Cohort 2, fostering innovation in digital finance.

Dangote Refinery raises petrol price as depot rates hit N1,200 per litre

Energy

8 days ago

Dangote Refinery's petrol price hikes to N1,181 as global crude nears $90/barrel. Depot prices soar, fueling concerns of further increases for Nigerians.

ECOWAS invites Nigerians to apply for $65,000 Startup Award, unveils criteria for applicants

Money

8 days ago

ECOWAS has launched its second Startup Awards with $65,000 in cash prizes for Nigerian entrepreneurs. 60 innovative startups will get investment, mentorship chances.

Full List: 7 African phone brands you may not know, their countries of origin

Technology

8 days ago

Explore Africa’s burgeoning mobile-phone market, featuring homegrown brands like Afrione and Mara Phones. Discover the truth behind "Made in Africa".

UBA, Mikano Motor launch vehicle financing scheme, unveils eligibility, target audience

Industry

9 days ago

United Bank for Africa partners with Mikano Motors to launch a vehicle financing scheme, covering 70% of vehicle cost to ease ownership for Nigerians.

Lagos takes the lead as FAAC revenue surges: Full list of Nigeria’s top 10 states in H1 2026

Economy

9 days ago

Lagos State’s FAAC revenue soared by 54% to N365.78 billion in H1 2026, highlighting growth in VAT and economic activity, surpassing traditional oil states.

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