Aboki Naira to Dollar Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 6th December 2025

As Nigeria enters the weekend amid rising festive season demand, the parallel market (commonly known as the black market or “Aboki” rate) for the US Dollar (USD) against the Nigerian Naira (NGN) has shown remarkable stability on Saturday, 6th December 2025.

Street traders and Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in major cities, including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano, are quoting the following rates:

• Buying rate (Aboki buys USD): ₦1,460 – ₦1,465 per USD  
• Selling rate (Aboki sells USD): ₦1,475 per USD

This means if you’re selling $1,000, you could receive around ₦1,460,000–₦1,465,000, while buying $1,000 would cost approximately ₦1,475,000.

The rates remain largely unchanged from Friday, 5th December, reflecting a brief pause in the upward pressure seen earlier in the week. Traders attribute the steadiness to balanced supply from diaspora remittances and moderated demand over the weekend, though many expect rates to firm up again next week as holiday travel and imports pick up.

For context, the official Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) hovers around ₦1,450 per USD, highlighting the persistent premium in the parallel market due to limited access to official forex channels.

Analysts note that the Naira’s performance continues to be influenced by seasonal dollar demand, oil revenue flows, and CBN interventions. With inflation still elevated and year-end spending in full swing, the black market remains a key barometer for everyday transactions in Africa’s largest economy.

Rates can fluctuate hourly based on location and volume—always verify with trusted local dealers for the best deal. Stay tuned for updates as the festive period progresses.