Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 10th October 2024

Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 2nd October 2024

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What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market, like the Aboki Fx?

The exchange rate for the US dollar (USD) to Nigerian Naira (NGN) in the parallel market also known as black market, especially the Aboki Fx as of 2nd October 2024 is N1,705  for 1 USD.

This rate is often sourced from the latest data provided by Bureau De Change (BDC) operators.

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How Much is a Dollar to Naira Today in the Black Market?

What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate at the Black Market, especially the Aboki Fx?

Because of the dynamics of supply and demand in the informal foreign exchange market, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) official rates often differ significantly from those on the black market.

As of today, 2nd October 2024, the black market buying rate for the US dollar is N1,700, while the selling rate is N1,705.

These rates change from time to time during the day, influenced by various factors including economic conditions, market speculation, and government policies.

The dollar-to-naira exchange rate in the black market has continued to fluctuate, reflecting the economic challenges and forex shortages in Nigeria.

In contrast to the black market, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) maintains an official exchange rate. Today, the CBN rate for one dollar is N1,638.

The disparity between the official and black market rates highlights the pressure on the naira and the challenges in the country’s forex market.

 

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Black Market Exchange Rate Today

Foreign Currency Buying rate Selling rate
DOLLAR ($USD) N1,700 N1,705
POUNDS STERLING  (GBP) N2,260 N2,280
EURO (EUR) N1,860 1,880
YUAN (CNY) N240 N250

CBN Exchange Rate Today

Foreign Currency Buying rate Selling rate
DOLLAR ($USD)

N1,600.52

N1,601.52
POUNDS STERLING  (GBP)

N2,142.30

N2,143.64
EURO (EUR

N1,788.59

N1,789.70

YUAN (CNY)

N228.23

N228.38

SAUDI RIYAL (SAR)

N426.63

N426.90

 

CRYPTOCURRENCY

At the time of posting

BITCOIN

1 BTC: N110.8M

1 NGN = 0.000000009  BTC

ETHEREUM

1 ETH: NGN4.5M

1 NGN:  0.000000229ETH

Variations in Forex Rates

Forex rates in Nigeria vary across different markets and platforms. The black market, official CBN rates, and rates offered by commercial banks and international money transfer operators all differ.

This discrepancy creates arbitrage opportunities and poses challenges for businesses and individuals needing foreign currency for legitimate transactions.

50 Dollars to Naira Today Black Market

People looking to exchange 50 US dollars today, the rate in the black market will be approximately N85,000 if obtained at the buying rate of N1,700 per dollar.

For those buying from retailers, it would cost N85,250 at the selling rate of N1,705 per dollar.

100 Dollars to Naira Today Black Market

Exchanging 100 US dollars today in the black market will get you N170,000 if sold at the current buying rate.

For those purchasing dollars, it will cost N170,500. This rate of increase no doubt affects businesses, travelers, and others who need dollars and other foreign currencies for overseas transactions.

500 Dollars to Naira Today Black Market

A larger transaction of 500 US dollars will result in N850,000 at the buying rate and N852,000 at the selling rate in the black market today.

The higher volumes reflect the ongoing need for dollars in the business community.

1000 Dollars to Naira Today Black Market

For those that need up to 1000 US dollars, the black market will offer N1,700,000 at the buying rate and N1,705,000 at the selling rate.

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victor ezeja
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Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with six years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Masters degree in Mass Communication.


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