Aboki Naira to Dollar Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 15th January 2026

The Naira to Dollar black market exchange rate, popularly tracked via Aboki (parallel market) sources, stood at ₦1,503 per US Dollar for selling on January 15, 2026, according to the latest updates from major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano.

This rate reflects the selling price at which Bureau de Change (BDC) operators and informal dealers are offloading dollars in the parallel market. Buying rates are typically lower, often in the ₦1,480–₦1,495 range depending on location, transaction size, and dealer, though exact buy/sell spreads can vary intraday.

Recent trends indicate the parallel market maintaining relative stability in early 2026, with minor fluctuations driven by post-holiday demand, importer restocking, and ongoing supply dynamics. The rate has hovered around ₦1,490–₦1,505 in the first half of January, reflecting a slight premium over the official window amid persistent dollar scarcity in informal channels.

For comparison, the official exchange rate at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), managed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has traded stronger in recent sessions—around ₦1,420–₦1,450 per dollar based on early January data and NFEM averages. This leaves a gap of approximately 5–6% between official and parallel rates, narrower than in prior periods due to improved forex liquidity, external reserves above $45 billion (as reported late 2025 into 2026), and supportive oil revenue trends.

Market observers note that while the Naira has shown resilience entering the new year—bolstered by CBN policies, higher remittance inflows, and global crude oil stability—the parallel market remains sensitive to seasonal pressures and broader economic factors. The CBN continues to emphasize the use of official banking channels for forex transactions to reduce risks associated with informal markets.

Rates are highly volatile and subject to rapid changes; always verify with local BDC operators or trusted trackers like TheCityCeleb, Aboki Forex platforms, or street dealers for the most current quotes on January 15, 2026.