Key Points Discussed:
- Explanation of the Black Market rate (Aboki FX).
- The rate of Dollar to Naira on August 10, 2023.
- Difference between the black market rate and the official bank rate.
- The impact of the exchange rate on Nigeria’s economy.
- Common questions about the exchange rate.
Every country’s money has a value. For Nigeria, people want to know how much the Naira (their money) is compared to the US Dollar.
Today, we will explain the value of the Dollar to the Naira in simple words.
What is the Black Market Rate (Aboki FX)?
The black market is where people trade money outside of official banks.
It’s like a secret market for money.
This rate can change quickly because it doesn’t follow any official rules.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate on August 10, 2023
Today, if you are in Lagos and want to buy a US Dollar using the black market rate, you will pay about N920 NGN.
If you want to sell a US Dollar, you will get around N935 NGN.
This information comes from trusted places that change money.
But remember, these rates can change often, sometimes even within one day.
Date | Currency | Buy | Sell |
---|---|---|---|
10/08/2023 | USD | 907 | 920* |
GBP | 1160 | 1170* | |
EUR | 975 | 980* | |
09/08/2023 | USD | 907 | 920 |
GBP | 1160 | 1170 | |
EUR | 975 | 980 | |
08/08/2023 | USD | 895 | 902 |
GBP | 1160 | 1170 | |
EUR | 965 | 972 | |
07/08/2023 | USD | 888 | 895 |
GBP | 1155 | 1165 | |
EUR | 957 | 965 |
The Official Bank Rate
The Central Bank of Nigeria, the main bank of the country, also has a rate for the Dollar. On August 9th, 2023, they said 1 USD is equal to 762.94 NGN. You can see this rate is different from the black market rate.
Code | Name | Buying (₦) | Central (₦) | Selling (₦) |
---|---|---|---|---|
USD | United States Dollar | 776.163 | 776.663 | 777.163 |
GBP | United kingdom Pound | 988.754 | 989.391 | 990.0279 |
EUR | Euro member countries | 852.5374 | 853.0866 | 853.6358 |
CHF | Switzerland Franc | 885.0205 | 885.5906 | 886.1608 |
JPY | Japanese Yen | 5.4058 | 5.4093 | 5.4128 |
XOF | Communaute Financiere Africaine BCE | 1.2512 | 1.2612 | 1.2712 |
XAF | Communaute Financiere Africaine CFA | 1.2512 | 1.2612 | 1.2712 |
WAU | WEST AFRICAN UNITS ACOUNTS | 1016.83 | 1017.4851 | 1018.1401 |
SAR | Saudi Arabia Riyal | 206.8665 | 206.9997 | 207.133 |
DKK | Denmark Krone | 114.399 | 114.4727 | 114.5464 |
XDR | Special Drawing Rights | 1037.109 | 1037.7771 | 1038.4452 |
CNY | China Yuan Renminbi | 107.6688 | 107.7382 | 107.8075 |
ZAR | South Africa Rand | 40.8789 | 40.9052 | 40.9315 |
What Does This Mean for Nigeria?
The value of Naira compared to the Dollar can affect many things in Nigeria. It can change the cost of things we buy from other countries or the money we get from selling things to other countries.
Questions People Often Ask
Q: How often does the black market rate change?
This rate can change a lot, even in just one hour. Many things can make it change, like events in the world or the economy.
Q: Why doesn’t the Central Bank use the black market rate?
The main bank of Nigeria doesn’t use the black market rate because it’s not official. They want people to use the regular bank system.
Q: Where can people find the black market rate?
People can find out about the black market rate from the news, online, or from people who change money. There’s a website called GoldenNewsNg that shares this information too.
Q: Is it okay to use the black market rate?
The black market is not official. So, there might be some risks if you use it. The main bank suggests using the regular bank system.
Q: How does this rate affect trading with other countries?
The value of the Naira can change how much things cost in Nigeria. If the Naira is strong, it’s good for selling things to other countries. If it’s weak, things we buy from other countries might be more expensive.
Q: How can people protect their money from these changes?
People can use different ways to keep their money safe. They can watch the economy closely, use different currencies, or use special financial methods.
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