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

4548 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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How Zacch Adedeji broke record of tax administration in Nigeria in 2024

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FG says 3 African countries owe Nigeria $5.7 million in electricity bill in 2024

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Port Harcourt refinery resumes petrol loading as Dangote, NNPC crash petrol belo...

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Naira begins week on positive note against dollar as external reserves rise to 3...

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Experts predict new naira exchange rates against dollar in 2025 as remittances g...

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Nigeria leads oil-producing countries in Africa with highest petrol prices despi...

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MTN, Airtel, Glo, other telcos Warn of service disruption over N250 billion debt by banks

Telecommunication companies have warned of imminent USSD service disruption to banks in Nigeria over the lingering N250 billion debt accrued over the years.

Year in review: How naira crash affected local, Foreign Companies in Nigeria in 2024

The naira crash and devaluation dealt a devastating blow to local and foreign companies operating in Nigeria in 2024, with most companies shutting down.

CBN data shows foreign exchange inflow in Nigeria in 2024, naira affected

Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) shows that the Nigerian economy experienced a decline in FX inflow in the third quarter of 2024, relative to 2023.

CBN adjusts Customs exchange rates for cargo clearance as naira trades at new cost

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has marginally increased the Nigeria Customs duty rate for importers following the slight depreciation of the Nigerian currency.

Controversy surrounds operations of Port Harcourt refinery, NNPC reacts to shut down reports

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reacted to reports alleging that the newly refurbished Port Harcourt refinery has halted operations.

CBN explains reason for new withdrawal limits on PoS, ATM terminals

The Central Bank of Nigeria has explained the reason for imposing a new cash withdrawal limit on PoS operators, limiting them to N100,000 per customer.

Nigerian billionaire’s firm reportedly set to launch first AI-powered radio station

One of Nigeria's leading e-commerce platforms, Konga is reportedly set to launch Africa's first AI-powered radio station. KongaTV for sellers and buyers in Africa.

Nigerian crypto firm, Patricia continues repayment as Bitcoin hits new high

Nigerian cryptocurrency platform Patricia Technology has begun repaying customers affected by its 2022 cyberattack, promising phased payment in the coming weeks.

Experts explain why petrol prices are dropping as NNPC releases new list

Experts have explained that the recent drop in petrol prices by the Dangote Refinery and the NNPC is due to the crash in international crude oil prices.

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