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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Naira strengthens across official, black markets as FX reserves rise and dollar weakens

Economy

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FG unveils how Nigerians can access 100+ free TV channels without new decoders

Industry

4 months ago

Airtel, Glo restart airtime, data lending services as FCCPC suspend guidelines

Technology

4 months ago

Cooking gas dealers release fresh prices in Lagos, Abuja, other cities as scarcity bites

Energy

4 months ago

Dangote fuel import ban suit: AGF leads defence as NNPC warns of risks to Nigeria’s energy security

Energy

4 months ago

You can lo longer log in: Microsoft shuts down major app on all Android devices

Technology

4 months ago

MTN, Airtel, other Telcos set to resume airtime, data lending as FCCPC suspends new order

Industry

4 months ago

The FCCPC suspends enforcement of controversial 2025 digital lending regulations, granting relief to millions relying on airtime and data lending services.

Nigerians can now get instant phone screen repair approvals with new SLOT, Cube Cover service

Technology

4 months ago

Cube Cover and SLOT Systems launch Super Fix in Nigeria, offering device protection from ₦5,000 with seamless digital claims for faster smartphone repairs.

US unveils new Green Card Policy: 5 major changes Nigerians and other immigrants must know

Money

4 months ago

The US has altered its immigration policy, requiring many to apply for green cards outside the country, raising concerns over family separation and uncertainty.

Cooking gas crisis deepens as retail LPG price Hits N2,000/kg amid worsening depot scarcity

Energy

4 months ago

Retail cooking gas prices have skyrocketed to N2,000 per kilogram nationwide as depot scarcity worsens pricing and Nigerian households face financial strain.

Millions hit as Nigerian banks suffer USSD glitches over new airtime rule

Industry

4 months ago

Millions of Nigerians face USSD banking disruptions affecting transactions despite account funds, with new airtime rules raising concerns over costs and confusion.

Full List of customer care lines for Nigerian banks, fintechs in 2026: Access, Zenith, OPay, others

Industry

4 months ago

Access verified customer care numbers to avoid scams in Nigeria's banking sector. Protect your finances and learn to escalate unresolved complaints to the CBN.

New prices emerge as Nigerian billionaire Rabiu exposes forces behind high cement costs

Industry

4 months ago

Cement prices in Nigeria surpass N12,000 per bag, driven by foreign exchange and energy costs, impacting housing accessibility as BUA plans to boost production.

Lagos, Ogun, Enugu dominate Nigeria’s IGR rankings as states race to boost revenue in 2026

Economy

4 months ago

Nigeria's states, led by Lagos, Ogun, and surprisingly Enugu, show impressive IGR growth in Q1 2026 amidst fiscal pressures, reflecting economic expansion.

Retail cooking gas prices Hit N1,600 per kilogramme as depots run dry, Dangote, others adjust rates

Energy

4 months ago

Cooking gas prices in Nigeria soar to N1,600/kg amid severe supply shortages, forcing households to turn to charcoal and firewood as economic pressures mount.

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