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Naira trades N1,464/$ at official market

The naira ended the week weaker against the United States dollar on Friday, December 19, 2025, closing at N1,464.49 at the official foreign exchange market.

Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed a 0.4 per cent depreciation from Thursday’s closing rate of N1,457.84.

Despite opening the week on a positive note, the local currency failed to sustain gains amid sustained demand pressures.

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The naira began the week stronger, appreciating by N2.59 at the official window on Monday.

However, it weakened gradually, trading at N1,451.81 on Monday and N1,455.08 on Tuesday.

The depreciation trend persisted on Wednesday, with the currency exchanging at N1,455.49 before closing lower on Friday.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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