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Citizens, Banks Await CBN’s Directive on Old Naira Notes Acceptance Despite Supreme Court Ruling

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Despite the Supreme Court ruling extending the use of the old naira notes as legal tender till December 31, 2023, Nigerians and commercial banks have insisted on receiving approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN.

Investors King reports that banks are unwilling to accept the old naira notes which in turn made traders and service providers reject the notes.

Meanwhile, bank customers, financial analysts and business owners have demanded the recirculation and use of the old naira notes as directed by the Supreme Court.

Bank officials have noted that they will comply with the apex court ruling when they get CBN’s directive to that effect.

“Banks would obey what CBN says, not the Supreme Court. Banks in Nigeria are heavily regulated, and we only listen to what the CBN says. Despite the ruling, we still need to hear from our regulator,” an official said.  

He further explained that the CBN reports to the President who then issues directives on matters.

Another official from Keystone Bank who does not want his name mentioned stated that no commercial Bank can do anything contrary to CBN directive, adding that the old naira notes are not available in the bank.

“We can’t do anything contrary to CBN. They will direct what next and probably from Monday we shall get more updates from our management when they meet on Monday.

“We don’t have the old notes and we are not answerable to the Supreme Court. The CBN must  send  a circular before we can implement any directive.”

In conversations with financial analysts and businessmen, the CBN was enjoined to comply with the supreme court judgement to reduce inflationary pressure and revive economic activities which was brought low by cash scarcity.

The Chief Executive Officer, Wyoming Capital and Partners, Tajudeen Olayinka, said the CBN, though introduced a good policy but with the process and inadequate knowledge, it crumbled.

“CBN got the whole thing wrong by introducing a policy without good knowledge of policy/system dynamics, and it is sad that it started and ended in ignominy,” he said.

On his part, the President, the Association of Capital Market Academic of Nigeria, ACMAN, Prof Uche Uwaleke called for immediate adoption of the supreme court ruling to reduce the difficulties currently faced by the citizens.

“The time frame till Dec 31, 2023 provides an opportunity for the CBN to re-assess the policy and improve on its implementation without causing distortions to the economy,” he added.

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Nigeria’s Naira-Dollar Exchange Rate Stabilizes Despite Cash Crunch

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Despite a cash crunch and growing demand pressure, Nigeria’s Naira-dollar exchange rate has remained relatively stable across official and parallel foreign exchange markets.

The Naira has been trading at around N461 to N462 per dollar since the beginning of the year at the Investors and Exporters forex window, which is Nigeria’s official foreign exchange market. Meanwhile, at the parallel market or black market, the Naira has been trading at around N750 to N765 per dollar.

Most currency dealers who participated in Monday’s foreign exchange market auction maintained bids between N460.00 (low) and N462.43 (high) per dollar. Although the Naira has depreciated by 0.04 percent on a day-to-day trading basis, the dollar’s price has remained stable at N461.50.

At the open market last week, the Naira edged out the United States dollar, appreciating by N5 or 0.7 percent week-on-week to close at N746/USD from N751/USD in the previous week. However, the scarcity crunch continues to bite harder, causing dollar demand to take a calm in the face of scarcity.

Nigeria’s external reserves, which give the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) the firepower to defend the Naira, have declined to $35.74 billion as of March 24, 2023, but picked up to $36.67 billion as of Tuesday.

Despite these challenges, Bismarck Rewane, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, predicts that the Naira will strengthen to N680 per dollar this year.

Analysts at Cowry Asset Asset are predicting range-bound price action across the foreign exchange market this week.

They said, “We expect the naira to trade in a relatively calm band across various market segments this week, barring any market distortion in the face of the Naira scarcity and as the apex bank continues its weekly FX market intervention to defend the value of the naira.”

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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today March 28, 2023

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As of March 28, 2023, the dollar to naira exchange rate is 1 USD to 745 NGN at the black market. This means that for every one US dollar, you can exchange it for ₦745, Investors King reports.

This digital business news platform has obtained the official dollar to naira exchange rate in Nigeria today including the Black Market rates, Bureau De Change (BDC) rate, and CBN rates.

This rate is subject to change depending on a variety of factors including global economic trends, political developments, and market fluctuations. However, you can buy and sell 1 USD at ₦745 and ₦739 as of the time of writing today.

What is the current exchange rate of the dollar to naira in the black market today?

According to Investors King, as of the time this report was filed, a dollar can be purchased at the Lagos parallel market (black market) for N745 and sold for N739.

Exchange Rate of Dollar To Naira in Black Market Today?
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) Black Market Exchange Rate Today
Buying Rate 739
Selling Rate 745

Investors King understands that although the dollar to naira opened at N745 per $1 in the parallel market today, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not acknowledge the parallel market, also referred to as the black market. The CBN has instructed individuals in need of forex to approach their bank as the I&E window is the sole recognized exchange.

On Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, individuals in the black market purchased one US dollar for N739 and sold it for N745. This shows that the value of the Naira has improved slightly compared to Monday, March 27th, 2023, when the local currency was exchanged at N749 and sold for N753.

To stay informed about the dollar to naira exchange rate, there are a number of reliable sources that you can turn to. Here are some tips for staying up-to-date:

  • Check the Central Bank of Nigeria’s website: The CBN is responsible for regulating the country’s monetary policy and is a reliable source for the latest exchange rates. You can check their website regularly for updates.
  • Follow financial news outlets: Financial news outlets such as Investors King, Bloomberg, Reuters, and CNBC provide regular updates on the global currency markets, including the dollar to naira exchange rate.
  • Use online currency converters: There are a number of online currency converters that allow you to quickly and easily check the exchange rate between the dollar and the naira.
  • Follow social media accounts of financial experts: Following social media accounts of financial experts such as analysts, economists, and financial advisors can give you valuable insights into the latest trends in the currency markets.

By staying informed about the dollar to naira exchange rate, you can make informed decisions when buying or selling foreign currencies. Whether you are a business owner looking to trade in foreign currencies or an individual looking to invest in the currency markets, knowledge of the latest exchange rates is key to success. Keep these tips in mind and stay informed about the latest trends in the global currency markets.

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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today March 27, 2023

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As of March 27, 2023, the dollar to naira exchange rate is 1 USD to 753 NGN at the black market. This means that for every one US dollar, you can exchange it for ₦753, Investors King reports.

This digital business news platform has obtained the official dollar to naira exchange rate in Nigeria today including the Black Market rates, Bureau De Change (BDC) rate, and CBN rates.

This rate is subject to change depending on a variety of factors including global economic trends, political developments, and market fluctuations. However, you can buy and sell 1 USD at ₦753 and ₦749 as of the time of writing today.

What is the current exchange rate of the dollar to naira in the black market today?

According to Investors King, as of the time this report was filed, a dollar can be purchased at the Lagos parallel market (black market) for N753 and sold for N749.

Exchange Rate of Dollar To Naira in Black Market Today?
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) Black Market Exchange Rate Today
Buying Rate 749
Selling Rate 753

Investors King understands that although the dollar to naira opened at N753 per $1 in the parallel market today, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not acknowledge the parallel market, also referred to as the black market. The CBN has instructed individuals in need of forex to approach their bank as the I&E window is the sole recognized exchange.

On Monday, March 27th, 2023, individuals in the black market purchased one US dollar for N749 and sold it for N754. This shows that the value of the Naira has improved slightly compared to Thursday, March 22nd, 2023, when the local currency was exchanged at N740 and sold it for N755.

To stay informed about the dollar to naira exchange rate, there are a number of reliable sources that you can turn to. Here are some tips for staying up-to-date:

  • Check the Central Bank of Nigeria’s website: The CBN is responsible for regulating the country’s monetary policy and is a reliable source for the latest exchange rates. You can check their website regularly for updates.
  • Follow financial news outlets: Financial news outlets such as Investors King, Bloomberg, Reuters, and CNBC provide regular updates on the global currency markets, including the dollar to naira exchange rate.
  • Use online currency converters: There are a number of online currency converters that allow you to quickly and easily check the exchange rate between the dollar and the naira.
  • Follow social media accounts of financial experts: Following social media accounts of financial experts such as analysts, economists, and financial advisors can give you valuable insights into the latest trends in the currency markets.

By staying informed about the dollar to naira exchange rate, you can make informed decisions when buying or selling foreign currencies. Whether you are a business owner looking to trade in foreign currencies or an individual looking to invest in the currency markets, knowledge of the latest exchange rates is key to success. Keep these tips in mind and stay informed about the latest trends in the global currency markets.

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