Naira Gains Ground in Official FX Market, Ends Week on High Note

Naira Gains Ground in Official FX Market, Ends Week on High Note

The Nigerian naira ended the week on a stronger footing at the official foreign exchange (FX) market, closing at ₦1,366.23 per US dollar on Friday, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This marked a ₦5.27 gain over Thursday’s rate of ₦1,371.50, representing a 0.3% weekly improvement.

Throughout the week, the naira recorded steady gains, reflecting improved liquidity in the official FX window and growing confidence among investors and traders. On Monday, the currency opened at ₦1,405.62 per dollar, appreciating slightly to ₦1,401.40 on Tuesday and ₦1,376.19 on Wednesday before closing stronger on Friday. Analysts said this upward trend signals a stabilising official exchange market amid ongoing monetary reforms.

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Market observers attribute the naira’s appreciation to a combination of enhanced FX supply, consistent trading activities, and the CBN’s continued interventions to boost stability in the official market. The gradual recovery is seen as a positive indicator for importers, businesses, and consumers, as it helps moderate inflationary pressures and reduces the cost of foreign-denominated goods.

While the official market shows signs of stability, rates in the parallel market remain influenced by demand pressures. Experts, however, note that narrowing the gap between official and parallel exchange rates will require sustained policy consistency, stronger FX inflows, and continued investor participation.

The recent performance underscores the resilience of the naira and highlights the impact of strategic interventions by the Central Bank aimed at strengthening the currency, improving market depth, and supporting Nigeria’s broader economic recovery objectives.

Naira Gains Ground in Official FX Market, Ends Week on High Note