Aboki Naira to Dollar Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 27th December 2025

As Nigerians wind down the festive “Detty December” season and prepare for the New Year, the Nigerian Naira has held steady in the parallel (black) market on Saturday, 27th December 2025.

Bureau de Change (BDC) operators, popularly known as “Aboki,” in major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano are quoting the US Dollar at a selling rate of ₦1,496 per USD. Buying rates from customers remain slightly lower, typically around ₦1,480–₦1,490 per USD, depending on location and volume.

This rate shows no significant change from the previous days during the Christmas period, reflecting reduced trading activity over the holidays and sustained inflows from diaspora remittances. The stability comes despite ongoing economic pressures, providing some relief for importers, travelers, and families reliant on foreign currency for holiday spending.

In comparison, the official rate at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), influenced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), hovers around ₦1,450 per USD as of late December. The narrow gap between official and parallel markets highlights progress in CBN’s forex reforms and liquidity enhancements throughout 2025.

Analysts note that seasonal factors, including lower business demand post-Christmas and bolstered forex supplies, have contributed to the Naira’s resilience in the informal sector. However, experts caution that rates could fluctuate as normal economic activities resume in the new year.

For the most accurate real-time quotes, individuals are advised to check with trusted local BDC operators and exercise caution in transactions. Stay updated as market conditions evolve.