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Nigeria records N6.52tr trade in goods surplus in Q1 2024

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The Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics (Q1 2024) released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) shows that Nigeria recorded a trade surplus of N6.52 trillion in the first quarter of 2024 (Q1 2024).

This is a significant improvement in trade when compared to the N3.63 trillion trade surplus in Q4 2023 and the N20.93 billion trade surplus in Q1 2023.

In the first quarter (Q1 2024), Nigeria’s total trade was ₦31.81 trillion, suggesting a 46.27 percent increase from the value recorded in the fourth quarter of 2023 (N21.74 trillion) and a 146 percent increase from the value recorded in the corresponding period of 2023, which stood at N12.95 trillion.

Total exports amounted to N19.16 trillion, and imports amounted to N12.64 trillion. On a year-on-year basis, the growth rate of exports was higher than that of imports, with exports growing by 51 percent and imports by 40 percent.

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In Q1 2024, crude oil exports were valued at ₦15.48 trillion and accounted for 81 percent of total exports, while non-crude oil exports stood at ₦3.68 trillion, accounting for 19 percent of total exports.

Analysing the trade statistics reveals that Nigeria’s strong performance in oil exports was mostly responsible for its favourable balance of trade position in the first quarter of 2024. The growth in trade needs to be interpreted with caution given currency depreciation within the last 12 months.

We need to diversify our export basket to increase the share of non-oil exports to over 50%. Hence, the government needs to assess and improve its ongoing non-oil export promotion initiatives, to boost and diversify export earnings, given the Nigerian economy’s extreme susceptibility to changes in commodity prices due to the concentration of exports on a small number of commodities, particularly crude oil.

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SEE NAIRA Rates Against The USD, GBP, EURO Today September 20, 2024

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By Mario Deepromoter

The USD was traded at ₦ at the beginning of this September on Monday, September 2, 2024. As at today with USD being traded at ₦1,665 we see a % for United States Dollar to Naira exchange rate for this month.

On this page, we are primarily focusing on the Black Market Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, the USD to Naira currency pair are the most traded currency in the FX market.

Black Market Exchange Rates
Buying Rate
Selling Rate
Dollar to Naira 1665 1657
Pounds to Naira 2227 2200
Euro to Naira 1839 1815
Canadian Dollar to Naira 1221 1213
Rand to Naira 52 43
Dirham to Naira ‎0 0
Yuan to Naira 62 62
G.Cedi to Nair 70 50
CFA F. (XOF) To Naira 0.83 0.81
CFA F. (XAF)

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Having full knowledge how much USD to NGN black market exchange rate today will give you a better opportunity to plan and make informed decisions.

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SEC wants govt agencies to list on NGX

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it will encourage government agencies and state owned enterprises to list on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX).

Dr Emomotimi Agama, the Director-General (D-G) of SEC in an interview with newsmen in Abuja on Thursday, said the listing of the companies on the NGX would guarantee democratisation of their operations.

Agama said the listing would also guarantee inclusiveness and wealth creation for citizens.

He said the Commission would provide incentives that would encourage as much state owned enterprises to list.

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According to him, inclusivity is very critical, because in it, you have ownership and so we all build our industries and the country together.

The D-G said the SEC was also working towards inclusion via technology, adding that the use of technology would make the capital market more attractive, especially to the younger generation.

“That is why we encourage apps, we encourage fintech tools, and that is why we supported the inauguration of the electronic offering platform at the Nigerian exchange.

”We encourage everyone who wants to participate and is qualified to participate in this process, to turn around the way people see investing.

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“We want investors to have a beautiful experience, to make it so easy for them that each time they feel like investing, it brings happiness to them.

”We will continue to do that through encouragement of technology, through education,” Agama said.

He said the Commission would ensure that bottlenecks usually experienced in process of investing in the market were removed to rejuvenate the country’s capital market.

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SEE Naira To Dollar Exchange Rate In Black Market Today – 19th September 2024

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By Mario Deepromoter

The Dollar to Naira exchange rate in the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Here’s the exchange rate for today, 18th September 2024, based on information from Bureau De Change (BDC) operators

How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?

As of today, in Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market), the exchange rate for buying a dollar is N1655, while selling is at N1660 on Wednesday, 18th September 2024.

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It’s important to note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market (black market) and advises individuals to approach their banks for official Forex transactions.

### Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today:
– **Buying Rate**: N1655
– **Selling Rate**: N1660

### Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today:
– **Buying Rate**: N1651
– **Selling Rate**: N1652

*Note*: These rates may vary slightly based on location and the specific Bureau De Change operator.

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### CBN’s Outlook on External Reserves and Economy:

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised concerns over factors that may hinder the growth of Nigeria’s external reserves in 2024/2025. The removal of fuel subsidies, rising import costs, and increased debt servicing are cited as potential threats to the reserves.

This was detailed in the CBN’s Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade, and Exchange Policy Guidelines for the fiscal years 2024/2025. Despite these challenges, the CBN projects overall economic growth for Nigeria, driven by policies supporting agriculture, oil sector reforms, and foreign exchange market adjustments.

“The outlook for Nigeria’s external sector in 2024/2025 is optimistic,” the CBN noted, with expectations of favorable trade terms due to higher oil prices and improved domestic production. However, the bank also highlighted risks such as lower oil revenues, increased import bills, and rising external debt obligations.

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