What CBN’s new policy on diaspora remittances means for naira to dollar exchange — Gwadabe
The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced new rules on diaspora remittances, aimed at improving the foreign exchange system. According to Aminu Gwadabe, the policy will help make the market more transparent and efficient. The new directive requires International Money Transfer Operators to route funds through naira settlement accounts. It also mandates the use of […]
Naira Records Second Straight Appreciation Against US Dollar
Nigeria’s currency, the naira, has recorded a second consecutive day of improvement against the United States dollar in the official foreign exchange market. This positive movement suggests a slight return of confidence and improved liquidity in the forex space. Market watchers say the appreciation is linked to increased dollar supply and recent monetary policies aimed […]
Naira records four consecutive depreciation against US dollar
The Nigerian currency has continued to struggle, recording four consecutive days of decline against the US dollar. Reports from the financial market show that the naira weakened both at the official window and in the parallel market, raising fresh concerns about the stability of the foreign exchange system. Traders noted that rising demand for dollars, […]
Naira records first appreciation against US dollar as foreign reserves hit $46.7bn
The Nigerian naira has recorded its first major appreciation against the US dollar in months, following a boost in the country’s foreign reserves. According to recent data, Nigeria’s reserves have climbed to $46.7 billion, giving the currency some much-needed support in the foreign exchange market. Analysts say this improvement signals a positive shift in market […]
Naira returns to depreciation against US dollar
The Nigerian Naira has once again slipped in value against the US dollar, raising fresh concerns about the country’s economic stability. After a brief period of recovery, the currency weakened across major foreign exchange markets, with traders attributing the decline to increased demand for dollars and limited supply. Businesses relying heavily on imported goods are […]
Naira Extends Gains Against USD, Reaches 10-Month High
Nigeria’s currency, the Naira, continued its upward momentum last week, marking a significant milestone in its recovery against the U.S. dollar. During the week ending October 10, 2025, the naira appreciated by 0.72% at the official foreign exchange market, closing at ₦1,455.17 per dollar, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This […]
Naira rises to N1,530/$ in Parallel market
The naira has risen to N1,530 per dollar in the parallel market, improving from last week’s rate of N1,535 per dollar. However, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, it dropped slightly, trading at N1,513 per dollar compared to N1,511.5 last week, showing a small decline of N1.5. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria confirmed […]
Naira records three consecutive depreciations against US dollar
The Naira on Wednesday recorded its third straight loss against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market, even though Nigeria’s external reserves have risen to $41 billion. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the Naira closed at ₦1,536.73 per dollar, weaker than the ₦1,534.93 rate recorded on Tuesday. This […]
Naira continues appreciation at official foreign exchange market
Nigeria’s currency, the naira, showed a mixed performance on Tuesday as it continued to strengthen in the official foreign exchange market but fell slightly in the black market. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the naira appreciated slightly at the official rate, moving from N1,600.44 per dollar on Monday to N1,600.030 […]
Trade Exports Hit $50 Billion As FG Policies Boost Trade Balance
Nigeria’s total trade exports reached $50.4 billion in 2024, marking a strong recovery for the country’s economy. This growth was largely due to the depreciation of the naira and the removal of fuel subsidies, which helped improve the trade balance. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria recorded N138 trillion in total trade, […]