Lagos, Nigeria – The Naira started the year 2026 on a strong note, gaining value against the U.S. dollar at the official market on Friday.
Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the local currency traded at ₦1,430.84 per dollar, marking an appreciation of ₦4.90 from Wednesday, December 31, 2025, when it closed at ₦1,435.75 per dollar. This represents a 0.34 per cent gain for the Naira.
The gain signals a continuation of the Naira’s sustained appreciation through the yuletide into the new year, providing a boost to investor confidence in local assets.
The positive start comes amid efforts by the CBN to stabilize the currency and manage foreign exchange flows in the economy.
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