Abuja, July 26 – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday intervened in the foreign exchange market, injecting a total of $148 million into the system. The apex bank sold the greenback to 29 authorized dealer banks in a bid to alleviate mounting pressure on the naira.
According to a CBN statement, the foreign currency was disbursed at exchange rates ranging from N1,470 to N1,510 per dollar. The transactions, which occurred on July 22 and 23, were aimed at improving liquidity in the market and stabilizing the naira, which has been under significant strain in recent weeks.
The naira had hit a four-month low of N1,640 to the dollar on July 18, sparking concerns among businesses and individuals alike. The CBN’s latest intervention is part of its efforts to stem the currency’s decline and ensure adequate foreign exchange supply to meet legitimate demands.
In addition to the dollar sales, the CBN also purchased $2 million from one authorized dealer bank at a rate of N1,505 per dollar.
