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

6353 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Billionaire Ogunlesi explains 3 Nigerian sectors He’s betting billions on

Economy

9 months ago

The Dangote effect: Petrol imports drop to lowest in eight years

Energy

9 months ago

N3,600 per kg: NNPC boss explains truth behind soaring cooking gas prices

Energy

9 months ago

Lagos power sector: Ikeja Electric, Eko Disco lose ground as 2 new firms take over

Energy

9 months ago

From Gatwick to Lagos: Billionaire Bayo Ogunlesi set to invest in Nigeria’s ports

Maritime

9 months ago

Zero transfer fees coming? Nigeria’s bold move to end bank charges sparks excitement

Economy

9 months ago

Dollar Inflows, IMTOs lift Naira to 10-month high, experts warn of hidden economic risk

Economy

9 months ago

The Nigerian currency has extended its gain in the foreign exchange market, driven by strong dollar inflows, remittances via IMTOs, and investors.

Stakeholders warn NPA over ‘fraudulent’ move to cancel 10-year cargo survey deals

Maritime

9 months ago

Stakeholders in the maritime industry have cried foul over plans by the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA) to cancel legally-binding 10-year cargo survey deals.

Why fuel prices stay high despite Dangote’s ₦846/Litre rate cut

Energy

9 months ago

Despite the petrol price cut by Dangote Refinery, several depot owners have cashed in to create artificial scarcity and inflate prices in major cities.

Julius Rone hypes Nigeria’s investment potential at Africa Energy Week

Energy

9 months ago

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of UTM Offshore Limited (UTMOL), Julius Rone, has unveiled Nigeria's energy potential at Africa Energy Week

Dollar crashes as experts warn naira may be overvalued by 30%, predict ₦6trn competitiveness loss

Economy

9 months ago

The Nigerian currency is at its strongest level in 10 months. However, experts have warned of the potential impact of a stronger naira on the economy.

Cooking gas scarcity hits major cities as prices surge over 80%, dealers blame Dangote Refinery

Energy

9 months ago

The scarcity of cooking gas has hit Lagos and major cities across Nigeria, with dealers blaming the sales halt by Dangote Refinery. Prices have surged 80%

Senegal’s refinery turns to Nigeria’s crude despite producing 100,000 barrels daily

Energy

9 months ago

Senegal's 30,000 barrels per day Dakar Refinery has become heavily dependent on Nigeria's crude as its hydrocarbon has become unusable due to high sulphur.

Arthur Eze expands oil empire: Atlas Oranto seals $800m Liberian oil deal after Venezuela move

Energy

9 months ago

Atlas Oranto Petroleum Limited, owned by Price Arthur Eze, has sealed a major oil deal in Liberia. The $800 million PSC contracts will boost Liberia's economy.

Union Bank takeover: Inside FG’s quiet acquisition amid Titan Trust controversy

Industry

9 months ago

The merger of Union Bank and Titan Trust Bank has raised the question of who will be responsible for the bank's recapitalisation, as CBN's deadline approaches.

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