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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Access, UBA, Zenith, other Nigerian banks raise dollar rates as naira weakens amid FX pressure

Economy

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FG opens $20,000 grant for Nigerian startups, SMEs as REA sets new eligibility criteria

Energy

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Cooking gas shortage hits Lagos as new LPG prices emerge, Nigerians brace for fresh increase

Energy

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DStv Stream migration sparks outrage as former Showmax users lose access to favourite shows

Industry

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NNPCL Refinery: CSOs kick against fresh Chinese MoU, alleged missing $3.5bn questions

Energy

5 months ago

Three Nigerian tier-1 banks Lose ₦2.13 billion to fraud as CBN tightens controls in 2025

Industry

5 months ago

Moniepoint partners Women Techmakers, GDG Lagos to train future female tech leaders

Technology

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Moniepoint partners with Google Developer Group to empower Nigerian women in tech through leadership and innovation at the “Break the Pattern” event.

MTN begins compensation for poor network: How subscribers can qualify under NCC rules

Technology

5 months ago

MTN Nigeria to compensate subscribers for network disruptions from November 2025 to January 2026, enhancing service quality as NCC enforces accountability standards.

Big opportunity for Nigerian youths as FG-backed 3MTT unveils 3,000 jobs with ₦150,000 monthly pay

Industry

5 months ago

Discover the 3 Million Technical Talent programme: linking Nigerian job-seekers to tech roles with salaries from ₦150,000. Bridging skills and employment awaits!

New petrol prices emerge at filling stations as depot operators unveil new rates

Energy

5 months ago

Petrol prices in Nigeria soar as US-Iran tensions disrupt global oil supply, straining consumers with rising transport and food costs amidst economic uncertainty.

Lagos unveils names of newly licenced electricity generating, metering companies in the state

Energy

5 months ago

Lagos State's approval of 14 new electricity companies aims to boost competition and power reliability, significantly impacting homes and industries in the region.

More competition for Dangote as marketers receive 164,000MT of imported fuel after price reversal

Energy

5 months ago

Competition in Nigeria's oil sector escalates as 164,000 metric tonnes of petrol and diesel imports arrive, raising concerns over local refining efforts.

Lagos breaks power monopoly, grants 14 licences to new firms as IE, EKDC face new rivals

Energy

5 months ago

LASERC issues 14 new electricity licences to boost competition in Lagos, enhancing power generation and consumer service for businesses and residents.

Top female bank CEOs in Nigeria 2026: Meet the women leading major banks, driving growth

Industry

5 months ago

Female leaders like Adaora Umeoji and Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe are transforming Nigeria's banking sector, achieving historic gender representation and driving innovation.

Boost for Nigerian SMEs as WAWU opens applications for N250,000 grant

Industry

5 months ago

WAWU Africa launches a ₦250,000 grant programme for 20 Nigerian entrepreneurs, requiring a Diploma in Business for sustainable growth and long-term success.

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