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 surge 40%, 1kg now sells For N1,400 amid Middle East war

Energy

7 months ago

VAT windfall: See Nigerian states with highest shares as new tax law begins

Economy

7 months ago

Nigerian EdTech startups can access $100,000 as CcHUB–Mastercard Fellowship opens applications

Technology

7 months ago

FG introduces new alphanumeric digital postcode for accurate, seamless parcel delivery

Technology

7 months ago

FG imposes tax on vulcanisers, wielders, electricians, others, bans cash collections

Economy

7 months ago

Naira hits 13-year-high: How CBN reforms impacted Nigerian currency

Economy

7 months ago

Zenith Bank seeks stronger ties with Ogun State as Dapo Abiodun showcases infrastructure gains

Economy

7 months ago

MultiChoice halts annual price hikes for DStv and GOtv subscribers; Lebara enters Nigeria’s telecom sector, while petrol prices soar 13% in 48 hours.

Nigeria Launches Nigeria Revenue Service as Zacch Adedeji unveils sweeping tax reform

Economy

7 months ago

Nigeria ushers in a new era in tax administration with the Nigeria Revenue Service, aiming for simpler processes, digital reform, and enhanced small business growth.

Petrol prices jump 13% in 48 hours, MRS, AP, other filling stations release new rate

Energy

7 months ago

Petrol prices in Nigeria soar by 13% amid rising global crude rates, straining businesses and threatening recent inflation gains as tensions escalate.

Australia announces new fee for post-study work visa for Nigerians, others

Money

7 months ago

Australia's Temporary Graduate Visa fees have doubled, burdening international students and their dependants, and raising concerns about exploitation.

Naira appreciates 4.13% in February as CBN mops Up dollars to stall gains

Economy

7 months ago

Nigeria's naira appreciated by 4.13% in February, buoyed by higher oil prices and improved reserves, despite Central Bank interventions to maintain stability.

New telecom company Lebara targets one million subscribers in Nigeria, rolls out new number series

Technology

7 months ago

Lebara launches in Nigeria's telecom market, targeting one million subscribers with tailored plans, aiming to enhance connectivity for underserved communities.

Naira suffers sharp fall amid rising external reserves, CBN releases new exchange rate

Economy

7 months ago

Nigeria's naira faces renewed pressure, trading at N1,384/dollar amid high demand. External reserves near $50bn may stabilise the currency as oil prices rise.

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Naira gets massive boost as Nigeria’s net external reserves hit four-year high at $34.80bn

Economy

7 months ago

Nigeria's net external reserves soar to $34.80 billion, the highest since 2022. Central Bank reforms boost investor confidence, promising exchange rate stability.

Petrol depot prices surge near N1,000 per litre, new rates emerge in Lagos, Abuja, others

Energy

7 months ago

Petrol depot prices in Nigeria near N1,000 due to Dangote Refinery adjustments and rising global crude costs. PETROAN warns of inflation as tensions escalate.

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