Aboki Naira to Dollar Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 26th January 2026

The Nigerian Naira continues to trade in a relatively stable range against the US Dollar in the parallel (black) market, commonly referred to as the Aboki rate, as of today, January 26, 2026.

According to aggregated updates from popular trackers like Aboki Forex, NgnRates, and dealer reports across major cities, including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano, the black market exchange rate for the US Dollar (USD) to Nigerian Naira (NGN) is hovering around ₦1,480 to ₦1,490 per dollar.

• Buying rate (what dealers pay for dollars): Approximately ₦1,480–₦1,482 per USD.
• Selling rate (what you pay to buy dollars): Around ₦1,490–₦1,500 per USD in many locations.

This reflects a steady performance in the parallel market in late January 2026, with minimal day-to-day fluctuations compared to earlier in the month when rates briefly touched ₦1,500+ in some reports. Traders attribute the stability to consistent forex inflows, ongoing Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) interventions, and moderated demand following the holiday season.

For comparison, the official exchange rate at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) and CBN windows stands stronger, recently quoted around ₦1,410–₦1,423 per dollar (with slight variations in daily weighted averages).

The gap between the official and parallel rates persists, though it has narrowed somewhat from peaks seen in previous periods. Market participants are advised to exercise caution when transacting in the black market—rates can shift quickly based on local supply, and it’s recommended to verify with reputable Bureau de Change (BDC) operators or trusted platforms like Aboki Forex in real time.

This update is based on publicly available tracker data and dealer quotes as of January 26, 2026. Exchange rates are highly volatile and subject to change without notice. Always confirm current quotes before any transaction.