GOODNEWS For Nigerians As Naira Appreciates MASSIVELY Just Before Christmas; See The Current Exchange Rate
Nigerians are in a celebratory mood ahead of the Christmas holidays as the Naira experiences a significant appreciation against the U. S. dollar, bringing much- needed relief to citizens and businesses alike. On Monday, December 23, 2024, the Naira strengthened sharply, causing excitement among many in the country.
According to Bureau de Change operators, the Naira closed at N1, 640 per dollar on Monday, a significant improvement from N1, 775 on Friday, December 20. This represents a N135 gain, marking a rare but welcome boost for the local currency, especially considering the high costs of living and the pressure on Nigeria’ s economy in recent months.
Abubakar Alhasan, a Bureau de Change operator based in Wuse Zone 4, confirmed the positive shift, expressing optimism about the Naira’ s performance heading into the festive period. The development is a breath of fresh air for many Nigerians who have faced escalating prices and a struggling economy throughout 2024.
In addition to this, the Central Bank of Nigeria’ s official foreign exchange data showed a more modest but still notable increase. The Naira strengthened slightly from N1, 541. 68 on Friday to N1, 539. 55 on Monday in official markets. While the increase is not as dramatic as in the parallel market, it is still seen as a step in the right direction as the Central Bank strives to stabilize the economy.
This significant appreciation comes at an important time, as the government declared three days of public holidays for Christmas and New Year celebrations. The currency’ s improvement will likely boost morale and provide a glimmer of hope for consumers who are bracing for holiday expenses.
As the festive season approaches, Nigerians are hopeful that this positive trend will continue into the New Year, signaling a potential recovery in the value of the Naira. While the road ahead remains uncertain, today’ s exchange rate change has sparked jubilation across the country, making Christmas a little bit brighter for many.