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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Cooking gas prices climb toward N1,600/kg as depot operators release fresh rates nationwide

Energy

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Naira surges to three-week high as FX reserves near $50 billion, new exchange rate emerges

Economy

4 months ago

FG to pay Nigerians for excess solar power as NERC unveils new electricity trading rules

Energy

4 months ago

Dangote Refinery releases fresh timeline to expand Facility to 700,000 bpd capacity

Energy

4 months ago

CBN relaxes dollar account Rules, gives Nigerians unrestricted access to FX funds

Economy

4 months ago

One year after relaunch, NATEP secures key policy reforms, global partnerships

Economy

4 months ago

Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price again as fierce competition with depot owners intensifies

Energy

4 months ago

Nigeria's petrol price war heats up as Dangote Refinery lowers rates to compete with depot operators. Experts predict further reductions amid ongoing import disputes

FG sets fresh date for nationwide digital TV switch, Nigerians to access 100+ free channels

Technology

4 months ago

Nigeria’s digital television transition on June 17, 2026, promises improved access to over 100 channels and enhanced quality, sparking a media revolution.

TCN alerts five Nigerian states of power outages, disruption to affect neigbouring country

Energy

4 months ago

Millions in Northern Nigeria face blackouts as TCN announces a seven-hour outage for maintenance. Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa states are hardest hit.

Paystack takes over as Nigerian banking startup ends operation

Industry

4 months ago

Brass ends independent operations, transitioning customers to Paystack Microfinance Bank by July 31, 2026, amid a liquidity crisis shaking Nigeria's fintech sector.

TCN alerts three states of 30-day power outage amid ongoing upgrade

Energy

4 months ago

TCN has extended Jos–Bauchi–Gombe power line maintenance until June 30, 2026, causing significant outages in Northern Nigeria while modernising electricity.

FG releases amount used to repay Chinese, other debts as World Bank cancels loan request

Economy

4 months ago

Nigeria's Q3 2025 debt servicing hits N3.41trn, showing fiscal strain amidst a lower deficit, while the World Bank cancels $718 million loan for the power sector.

Dangote Refinery releases fresh petrol prices 24 hours after rate cut, depot operators join

Energy

4 months ago

Dangote Refinery raises petrol prices to N1,256 amid global oil market volatility, driven by Middle East tensions. Analysts warn of potential temporary increases.

Official and parallel markets finally converge as naira ends May stronger

Economy

4 months ago

The naira's strong May performance reduced exchange rate gaps, buoyed by rising reserves. However, experts caution against potential oil price risks ahead.

WhatsApp rolls out Channel Status on Android, iOS after Meta announced paid subscriptions

Technology

4 months ago

WhatsApp's Channel Status feature offers temporary updates for enhanced follower engagement, helping channel admins share announcements without cluttering feeds.

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