The foreign exchange market is an ever-evolving platform where currencies fluctuate, reflecting the dynamics of the global economy. In Nigeria, the black market exchange rate for the US dollar to Naira is particularly significant for various financial transactions. Here’s an insightful look into today’s rates.
The black market, often referred to as the parallel market, is a segment of the foreign exchange market where currency trading occurs outside official channels. The rates here can differ substantially from the official rates provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
How Much Is a Dollar to Naira Today in the Black Market?
As of June 16, 2024, the black market exchange rate for the US dollar to Naira is as follows:
- Buying rate: ₦1,475.00 per US dollar
- Selling rate: ₦1,485.00 per US dollar
This means that if you want to buy 1 US dollar in the black market today, you will need to pay ₦1,485.00, and if you want to sell 1 US dollar, you will receive ₦1,475.00. Please note that these rates may vary slightly depending on the location and the dealer.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Table for Different Denominations
Here’s a breakdown of the exchange rate for various denominations of Dollars to Nigerian Naira in the black market:
| Amount in Dollar ($) | Buying Rate (₦) | Selling Rate (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 US Dollar ($1) to Naira | ₦1,475.00 | ₦1,485.00 |
| 5 US Dollars ($5) to Naira | ₦7,375.00 | ₦7,425.00 |
| 10 US Dollars ($10) to Naira | ₦14,750.00 | ₦14,850.00 |
| 20 US Dollars ($20) to Naira | ₦29,500.00 | ₦29,700.00 |
| 50 US Dollars ($50) to Naira | ₦73,750.00 | ₦74,250.00 |
| 100 US Dollars ($100) to Naira | ₦147,500.00 | ₦148,500.00 |
| 200 US Dollars ($200) to Naira | ₦295,000.00 | ₦297,000.00 |
| 300 US Dollars ($300) to Naira | ₦442,500.00 | ₦445,500.00 |
| 400 US Dollars ($400) to Naira | ₦590,000.00 | ₦594,000.00 |
| 500 US Dollars ($500) to Naira | ₦737,500.00 | ₦742,500.00 |
| 600 US Dollars ($600) to Naira | ₦885,000.00 | ₦891,000.00 |
| 800 US Dollars ($800) to Naira | ₦1,180,000.00 | ₦1,188,000.00 |
| 1000 US Dollars ($1000) to Naira | ₦1,475,000.00 | ₦1,485,000.00 |
| 5000 US Dollars ($5000) to Naira | ₦7,375,000.00 | ₦7,425,000.00 |
| 10000 US Dollars ($10000) to Naira | ₦14,750,000.00 | ₦14,850,000.00 |
