naira depreciation

  1. Today's Naira Rate [09-05-2024]: IMF Sounds Alarm as Naira Weakens, Exchange Rate Hits N1,459.73 Against Dollar

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [09-05-2024]: IMF Sounds Alarm as Naira Weakens, Exchange Rate Hits N1,459.73 Against Dollar

    Explore Nigeria's economic landscape as the naira depreciates against the dollar, reaching N1,459.73. IMF's call for stability amidst high demand and scarcity. Amidst a backdrop of economic turbulence, Nigeria's currency, the naira, continued its downward spiral against the US dollar...
  2. Today's Naira Rate [07-05-2024]: Naira Slips to N1,415/$ in Parallel Market Amid Economic Uncertainties

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [07-05-2024]: Naira Slips to N1,415/$ in Parallel Market Amid Economic Uncertainties

    Amid economic uncertainties, the Nigerian Naira has depreciated to N1,415 per dollar in the parallel market, while in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), it stands at N1,416.57. This decline reflects ongoing challenges in the economy, impacting exchange rate stability and financial...
  3. Today's Naira Rate [05-05-2024]: Naira Plummets, Exchange Rate Hits N1420 Against Dollar in 24-Hour Crisis

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [05-05-2024]: Naira Plummets, Exchange Rate Hits N1420 Against Dollar in 24-Hour Crisis

    In a swift currency crisis, Nigeria's Naira nosedives, plummeted by N130 against the US Dollar, reaching an alarming exchange rate of N1420 within 24 hours. Economic concerns surge as high demand drives the depreciation despite Central Bank interventions. The Naira faced a significant...
  4. Naira Plummets 23% in Four Days: Currency Dealers and Analysts Weigh In

    Nigeria Naira Plummets 23% in Four Days: Currency Dealers and Analysts Weigh In

    In the past week, the Naira experienced a drastic 23% depreciation against the dollar, attributed to a surge in demand for dollars in the parallel market driven by both banks and end-users, combined with slow forex disbursement to BDCs by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This decline marks...
  5. Nigeria Customs Service: Cargo Clearance FX Rate Plunges Below Market Prices

    Nigeria Nigeria Customs Service: Cargo Clearance FX Rate Plunges Below Market Prices

    Recent updates from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reveal a surprising development in the foreign exchange market, as the exchange rate for cargo clearance has dropped to N1,164.84/$, falling below both official and parallel market rates. This significant shift, reported by Nairametrics...
  6. SBM Intelligence Report Reveals Shocking Rise: Jollof Rice Now Costs N16,955

    Nigeria SBM Intelligence Report Reveals Shocking Rise: Jollof Rice Now Costs N16,955

    The SBM Intelligence's 'Crisis at the Table' report unveils alarming statistics regarding the escalating costs of preparing Jollof rice in Nigeria, shedding light on the economic challenges faced by households. Over almost eight years, the average cost of a pot of Jollof rice for a family of...
  7. Today's Naira Rate [21-04-2024]: Fluctuating Naira Sparks Worries Among Nigerians as Exchange Rate Hits ₦1,200/$

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [21-04-2024]: Fluctuating Naira Sparks Worries Among Nigerians as Exchange Rate Hits ₦1,200/$

    The Nigerian currency, the Naira, appears to be facing another depreciation period, as observed by some social media users. Concerns about the stability of the currency are expressed, with one user noting a decrease and another lamenting the continual rise. One user highlights a sense of...
  8. Today's Naira Rate [13-04-2024]: Nigerians Question When Prices of Goods Will Drop as Naira Hits N1,070 to $1

    Nigeria Today's Naira Rate [13-04-2024]: Nigerians Question When Prices of Goods Will Drop as Naira Hits N1,070 to $1

    As the Nigerian Naira reached a staggering N1,070 to $1, many citizens took to social media to express their concerns about the increasing exchange rate and its impact on the cost of living. Despite the significant devaluation of the currency, there has been no noticeable decrease in the prices...
  9. Economic Challenges Loom as EIU Forecasts Naira to Plummet Below N2,000 per Dollar by Year-End

    Nigeria Economic Challenges Loom as EIU Forecasts Naira to Plummet Below N2,000 per Dollar by Year-End

    In a recent report released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) in March 2024, the economic future of Nigeria is painted with uncertainties as the country faces five critical risks that could jeopardize peace, economic progress, and overall development in the coming months. The EIU report...
  10. [Video] Nigerian Banks and Binance Under Fire, Accused of Economic Criminality

    Nigeria [Video] Nigerian Banks and Binance Under Fire, Accused of Economic Criminality

    Ayo Oyalowo, on Channels TV, asserted that the government should oust "criminals" managing certain banks to address the Naira's decline. He emphasized restructuring banks before targeting Bureau de Change operators (BDCs), implying that banks, allegedly hoarding dollars, contribute to the...
  11. Naira Weakens with Dollar at N1,700, Pound Sterling at N2,100 in Lagos

    Nigeria Naira Weakens with Dollar at N1,700, Pound Sterling at N2,100 in Lagos

    The Nigerian Naira plummeted to unprecedented depths on Monday, hitting N1,700 against the US Dollar and N2,100 against the Pound Sterling. These alarming figures mark a historic low for Nigeria's currency, painting a bleak picture of the nation's economic stability, particularly under the...
  12. Rate for Cargo Clearance in Nigeria Now N1515 to $1 - CBN

    Nigeria Rate for Cargo Clearance in Nigeria Now N1515 to $1 - CBN

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced an adjustment in the exchange rate for the clearance of goods, increasing it from N1444.56/$ to N1515.09 against the USD. This marks a noteworthy rise of N70.53 compared to the previous rate, reflecting the CBN's continued efforts to align official...
  13. Naira Plummets to Record Low of N1,534/$1 Despite CBN Intervention Efforts

    Nigeria Naira Plummets to Record Low of N1,534/$1 Despite CBN Intervention Efforts

    In a dramatic turn of events, the official exchange rate between the naira and the dollar plummeted to an unprecedented low of N1,534 on the NAFEM market, marking the weakest point in the currency's history. The day's forex turnover, a mere $89 million, revealed a sharp 64.69% drop in comparison...
  14. Nigeria's $40 Billion Drain: CBN Governor Links Naira Woes to Surge in Foreign Education and Healthcare Expenses

    Nigeria Nigeria's $40 Billion Drain: CBN Governor Links Naira Woes to Surge in Foreign Education and Healthcare Expenses

    Nigeria's economic landscape faces a significant challenge as Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Oluyemi Cardoso revealed that Nigerians spent over $40 billion on foreign education and healthcare services between 2010 and 2020. The revelation came during a session with the House of...
  15. Nigerians Doubt Wale Edun's Claim of an Improving Economy At Lawmakers Meeting

    Nigeria Nigerians Doubt Wale Edun's Claim of an Improving Economy At Lawmakers Meeting

    In a candid and interactive session before the House of Representatives, Wale Edun, Nigeria's Finance Minister and Coordinator for the Economy, delivered a robust statement asserting that the country's economy is now in a significantly improved state compared to its condition when President Bola...
  16. Nigerians React With Disbelief to CBN Denial of $30 Billion Domiciliary Account Conversion Policy

    Nigeria Nigerians React With Disbelief to CBN Denial of $30 Billion Domiciliary Account Conversion Policy

    CBN denies conversion of $30B domiciliary deposits, but skepticism reigns among Nigerians due to government's credibility issues. Doubts persist despite official statements, reflecting widespread distrust in governmental communications
  17. Domiciliary Account Holders in Shock As Nigeria Mulls $30 Billion Domiciliary Deposit Conversion to Naira for Economic Stability

    Nigeria Domiciliary Account Holders in Shock As Nigeria Mulls $30 Billion Domiciliary Deposit Conversion to Naira for Economic Stability

    In response to the recent historic plunge of the national currency, the Nigerian government is reportedly considering a bold policy shift. Strong indications suggest that the Federal Government is contemplating the conversion of foreign currencies in domiciliary accounts, both individual and...
  18. Manufacturers Sound Alarm on Impending Price Escalations Amid Naira Depreciation

    Nigeria Manufacturers Sound Alarm on Impending Price Escalations Amid Naira Depreciation

    Manufacturers in Nigeria are bracing for a potential surge in commodity prices as the nation's currency, the naira, continues its downward spiral against the United States dollar. Since the removal of the rate cap by the Central Bank of Nigeria in June 2023, the naira has witnessed a significant...
  19. Central Bank's $500 Million Boost Fails to Halt Naira's Dive, Reaches Record Low of N1,348.63/$1

    Nigeria Central Bank's $500 Million Boost Fails to Halt Naira's Dive, Reaches Record Low of N1,348.63/$1

    Naira plummeted to a record low of N1,348.63 against the US Dollar on Monday, signaling a 33.87% decline from the previous Friday's closing rate of N891.90. This unprecedented depreciation, witnessed at the official NAFEM market, reflects the severity of the current economic challenges facing...
  20. Nigeria's Currency Crisis: US Dollar Hits N1,355, Raising Concerns for Businesses and Citizens

    Nigeria Nigeria's Currency Crisis: US Dollar Hits N1,355, Raising Concerns for Businesses and Citizens

    Amidst economic uncertainties, the Nigerian currency faces a significant setback with the US dollar soaring to N1,355 at the black market. Despite recent efforts to stabilize the exchange rate, including a $2.25 billion support from AfreximBank, the naira's value continues to decline. In...
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