Naira Opens 2026 Stronger, Gains ₦4.90 at Official Market

Lagos: The Naira opened 2026 positively, appreciating against the U.S. dollar at the official market, trading at N1,430.84.

According to data released on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) website, the Naira gained N4.90.

This represents a 0.34 per cent gain compared to Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, when it traded at N1,435.75 per dollar.

The gain represents sustained appreciation for the local currency through the yuletide into the new year.