Aboki Naira to Dollar Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 9th April 2026

As of Thursday, April 9, 2026, the Nigerian naira traded at around 1,405 to 1,410 per US dollar in the parallel market, according to popular trackers like Aboki Forex.

Bureau de change operators in key cities such as Lagos and Abuja quoted buying rates near 1,390 to 1,405 naira and selling rates up to 1,410 naira for the greenback, reflecting steady demand from individuals and small businesses seeking foreign currency outside official channels.

This level shows a slight firming of the naira in the black market compared to some sessions earlier in the week, where rates occasionally touched higher figures amid varying liquidity conditions. The gap between the parallel market and the official window persisted, with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) rate closing recently around 1,372 naira per dollar, leaving a premium of roughly 30 to 40 naira depending on the exact timing and location of transactions.

Traders attributed the relative stability to a combination of improved dollar supply from recent oil-related inflows and cautious positioning by market players after the Easter break. However, persistent pressures from importers and seasonal needs continued to influence activity, keeping the unofficial rate sensitive to any shifts in sentiment or external reserves data. For everyday users, exchanging 100 dollars in the parallel market would currently yield between 140,000 and 141,000 naira, depending on the dealer and volume involved.

Market watchers noted that while the naira has avoided sharp swings in early April, broader economic factors such as inflation trends and global commodity prices could shape its path in the coming days. Participants are advised to verify live quotes directly with trusted operators, as rates can adjust quickly based on hour-to-hour supply and demand dynamics.