- Dollar To Naira Rate Today December 12, 2025.
- Official CBN window records rates between ₦1453 and ₦1459.
- Traders expect further pressure as demand rises toward year end.
The naira traded lower against the dollar in the parallel market today as demand from importers and holiday-season travellers continued to build pressure on the currency.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that checks across key street trading hubs showed that buyers paid more for the dollar compared to the previous day, while official market figures also reflected slight fluctuations at the Central Bank of Nigeria window.
Below is the updated rate for today.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today
| Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) | Black Market Exchange Rate Today |
| Selling Rate | ₦1505 |
| Buying Rate | ₦1490 |
Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today
| Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) | CBN Rate Today |
| Highest Rate | ₦1459 |
| Lowest Rate | ₦1453 |
The widening gap between official and black market rates continues to worry traders who fear further depreciation unless forex supply improves. Bureau de change operators noted that demand remains stronger than supply, particularly from businesses trying to restock ahead of year end.
Analysts believe the naira could face more pressure in the coming days if the central bank does not increase liquidity intervention in the official market. Some traders also predict that festive-season spending will keep pushing demand upward.
For now, the dollar remains firmly above ₦1500 in the parallel market as Nigeria battles to stabilise its currency amid global and domestic economic challenges.
