Nigerian Naira showcased a notable recovery, closing at N780.14 per dollar at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) on Friday. This rate reflects a remarkable 21.73% rebound from the previous week's figure of N996.
According to data from FMDQ Securities Exchange, a platform...
In the aftermath of the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) recent revocation of licences from 110 microfinance banks (MFBs) and three primary mortgage banks (PMBs), the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has swiftly disbursed N1.39 billion to 36,163 depositors.
NDIC CEO Bello Hassan...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a directive compelling its staff to declare close relatives employed by the bank and disclose connections with Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs).
The directive, outlined in a memo signed by Deputy Director Christian Eze, defines close relatives as...
Nigerian Naira experienced a sharp depreciation of 13.95 percent, closing at N996 per dollar at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the official exchange rate window.
FMDQ Securities Exchange data revealed the Naira's tumultuous journey, reaching an intra-day high of N1,100...
Detained former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has been released on bail after spending 151 days in custody.
The Abuja High Court ordered his release, despite objections from the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission...
In response to reports of cash shortages in some major cities across Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a resolute stance to ensure that old and redesigned naira notes continue to be recognized as legal tender nationwide. The CBN reaffirms that every banknote it has issued...
In a dynamic turn of events, the value of the Nigerian Naira witnessed significant fluctuations over the weekend. On the black market, the Naira surged, trading at N901 per dollar, a marked improvement from N1,050 the previous week. The cause of this surge was the optimistic outlook stemming...
In a remarkable turn of events, the Nigerian naira continued its impressive rebound against the US dollar on Friday, surging to an exchange rate of ₦950/$ in the parallel market. This marks a substantial gain of ₦170 or a 15.18% appreciation of the local currency compared to the ₦1,120/$ it...
In a surprising turn of events, the Nigerian naira witnessed a remarkable appreciation against the U.S. dollar in the parallel section of the foreign exchange market. On Friday, the local currency soared by N145, marking a substantial increase of 12.24 percent, reaching the impressive exchange...
The Nigerian naira has seen a significant uptick, reaching N1,120 against the US dollar, marking a 4.27% appreciation compared to its previous rate of N1,170. This positive shift comes in response to the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) ongoing efforts to clear its backlog of foreign exchange...
In a groundbreaking report, JP Morgan Chase & Co has unveiled an ambitious prediction for the Nigerian Naira's exchange rate. The financial giant expects the Naira to appreciate significantly against the US Dollar, reaching N850/$ by the end of the year. This projection has ignited intrigue...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has extended the validity of old N200, N500, and N1000 naira notes, defying its earlier announcement that these banknotes would cease to be legal tender by December 31, 2023, in compliance with a Supreme Court verdict. This decision comes after former CBN...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a statement to dispel rumors of plans to redenominate the country's legal tender. The CBN's Director of Corporate Communications, Isa AbdulMumin, clarified the bank's position amid growing speculation about a potential redenomination policy.
The...
The Nigerian Naira experienced a significant appreciation in the parallel market on Monday, as it strengthened to N1,150 per US dollar, marking a remarkable 6.5% increase from its previous rate of N1,230 last Friday. This improvement signals a positive shift in Nigeria's foreign exchange...
Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has been released from custody and promptly taken into the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He had been held by the Department of State Services (DSS) since June following his suspension by...
In recent days, Nigeria's currency, the Naira, has been on a tumultuous ride due to a surge in demand for the safe-haven US dollar. The official exchange rate in the country witnessed a fresh low, and the situation worsened on the unofficial market, where the Naira's exchange rate reached N1,186...
In recent days, Nigeria's currency, the Naira, has been on a tumultuous ride due to a surge in demand for the safe-haven US dollar. The official exchange rate in the country witnessed a fresh low, and the situation worsened on the unofficial market, where the Naira's exchange rate reached N1,186...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has attributed the growing disparity between the official and black market exchange rates to the ban on 43 items implemented in 2015. In a press release titled "WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CBN’S LIFTING OF FOREX RESTRICTIONS ON 43 ITEMS," the CBN explained that...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has lifted foreign exchange restrictions on 43 items that had been in place for eight years. In a statement released on October 12, the CBN's director of corporate communications, Dr. Isa AbdulMumin, announced a significant shift in the foreign exchange market...
On Tuesday, during the screening of Olayemi Cardoso, the nominee for the position of CBN governor, and four deputy governor nominees, Senate President Godswill Akpabio accused former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele of attempting to sabotage the last general election through the introduction of the...
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