Economy
CBN says staggering $26bn illicitly passed through Binance Nigeria in one year
Mr. Yemi Cardoso, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, said on Tuesday that over $26 billion in illicit flows had passed through the crypto platform Binance in the last year.
Cardoso said this on Tuesday after the MPC meeting in Abuja.
“We are concerned that certain practices go on that indicate illicit flows, going through a number of these entities and suspicious flows.
“In the case of Binance, in the last year, $26 billion has passed through Binance Nigeria from sources and users who we cannot adequately identify,” he told reporters in his first MPC meeting since assuming office as the CBN governor.
The CBN also raised the country’s Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by four hundred basis points to 22.75 percent from 18.75 percent.
The MPR has been 18.75 percent since the last MPC meeting between 24th and 25th July 2023.
With inflation at 29.90 percent, he said the new MPR is part of moves to tackle the country’s inflation.
Cardoso who chairs the MPC also said the Cash Reserve Ratio(CRR) has been raised to forty-five percent while the liquidity ratio was left unchanged at thirty percent.
Nigeria has been battling economic woes in recent months, but Cardoso said his team is not responsible for that.
“I laugh at that question but it’s not a laughing matter and I think it is very important for Nigerians to understand that the Central Bank Governor — I and my team — are not responsible for the woes that we have today; we are part of the solution,” the former Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget said.
“We are determined to ensure that we work hard to get out of the mess that Nigeria is in. We assumed responsibility in a time of crisis of confidence; there was a crisis of confidence and you may all want to go to bed and wish that crisis of confidence was not there but it was, and we can’t turn back the clock.
“All we can do is do the difficult things to make a bad situation better and I do believe that the efforts that we are making are beginning to bring back confidence because to be frank, without confidence in your business, you are not going to get far.”
See Exchange Rate As Naira Gains 0.07%
The Black Market Dollar-to-Naira Exchange Rate for 29th April 2026 Can Be Accessed Below.
NOTE: The exchange rate changes hourly. It depends on the volume of dollars available and the Demand. This means…you can buy or sell 1 dollar at a certain rate, and the price can change (high or low) within hours.
The official naira black market exchange rate in Nigeria today, including the Black Market rates, Bureau De Change (BDC), and CBN rates.
Please note that the exchange rate is subject to hourly fluctuations influenced by the supply and demand of dollars in the market.
What’s the dollar to naira black market today, 29th April 2026?
The exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players sell a dollar for ₦1400 and buy at ₦1390 on Wednesday 29th April, 2026, according to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC).
Please note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market (black market), as it has directed individuals who want to engage in Forex to approach their respective banks.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) Black Market Exchange Rate Today
Selling Rate ₦1400
Buying Rate ₦1390
Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) CBN Rate Today
Highest Rate ₦1385
Lowest Rate ₦1367
The Nigerian Exchange Limited fined over 30 listed firms, a cumulative sum of N562.6 million.
The fine came because the firms missed financial filing deadlines, facing penalties, suspensions, and delisting.
This is according to the latest X-Compliance Report, stating that the firms failed to submit 2025 audited financial statements on time.
Listed firms like STACO Insurance, Union Dicon Salt, Pharma-Deko, and FTN Cocoa Processors now risk delisting, with some in restructuring.
Similarly, Aluminium Extrusion and Prestige Assurance are hit by the fine.
Beyond filing delays, the NGX highlighted breaches related to unauthorized disclosures and trading during closed periods. and were cited among PPP companies that violated disclosure rules, attracting regulatory caution.
Additional structural concerns within the NGX, particularly around free float deficiencies. Several companies, including Aluminium Extrusion Industries and Prestige Assurance, fell below required thresholds, prompting regulatory waivers and compliance timelines aimed at restoring market liquidity.
NGX penalises over 30 firms for filing breaches
As of Tuesday morning, April 28, 2026, the exchange rate between the US Dollar and the Nigerian Naira has shown relative stability in the official window while facing slight pressure in the parallel market.
Current Exchange Rates
Official Rate (NAFEM): The Naira is currently trading at an average of ₦1,360.56 per $1. It opened the session at ₦1,359.23 and has seen minor intra-day fluctuations, reaching a high of ₦1,360.19 in early trading.
Parallel Market (Black Market): The Dollar is being exchanged at rates between ₦1,480 and ₦1,495. Retail liquidity remains tight across major hubs in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano.
CBN Rate: The Central Bank of Nigeria’s internal benchmark is currently positioned at ₦1,358.44.
Key Market Indicators
Inflation Rate: 15.38%
Monetary Policy Rate (MPR): 26.5%
Naira Performance: Over the past month, the Naira has strengthened by approximately 1.94%, benefiting from increased global crude oil prices and recent monetary policy adjustments.
Market Note: Despite the official stability, the gap between the official and parallel markets remains roughly ₦120 – ₦135, a spread that traders are monitoring for potential arbitrage risks.
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