Amidst Naira's depreciation to N1,515/$, the Central Bank of Nigeria increases the import duty exchange rate to N1,457/$. This 3% hike poses challenges for importers, with the former Shippers Association president criticizing the instability. Analysts foresee continued Naira depreciation unless...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
As the Nigerian Naira reached a staggering N1,070 to $1, many citizens took to social media to express their concerns about the increasing exchange rate and its impact on the cost of living.
Despite the significant devaluation of the currency, there has been no noticeable decrease in the prices...
In a recent report released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) in March 2024, the economic future of Nigeria is painted with uncertainties as the country faces five critical risks that could jeopardize peace, economic progress, and overall development in the coming months.
The EIU report...
Ayo Oyalowo, on Channels TV, asserted that the government should oust "criminals" managing certain banks to address the Naira's decline.
He emphasized restructuring banks before targeting Bureau de Change operators (BDCs), implying that banks, allegedly hoarding dollars, contribute to the...
The Nigerian Naira plummeted to unprecedented depths on Monday, hitting N1,700 against the US Dollar and N2,100 against the Pound Sterling. These alarming figures mark a historic low for Nigeria's currency, painting a bleak picture of the nation's economic stability, particularly under the...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced an adjustment in the exchange rate for the clearance of goods, increasing it from N1444.56/$ 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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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