Naira Vs Dollar: CBN Rate Changes As Black Market Exchange Rate Stands At ₦1,395

The Nigerian naira recorded a slight movement against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

According to Bush Radio Academy, data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira traded at ₦1,331.2027 to one US dollar on Saturday.

The figure represented a marginal change from the previous day’s rate of ₦1,331.2812 per dollar.

Meanwhile, activity at the parallel market saw the naira close at ₦1,395 to the dollar on Saturday.

Actual exchange rates offered by commercial banks, Bureau de Change operators and other foreign exchange dealers may differ from the reference rates due to transaction margins, market demand and supply conditions.

Market participants are expected to continue monitoring foreign exchange inflows, demand for the US dollar and monetary policies from the Central Bank of Nigeria as the naira’s performance remains under close observation.