Naira Races to N2000 per Dollar as Currency Records Three Days of Consecutive Depreciations

The Nigerian naira continues to struggle, with a record three days of consecutive depreciations against the US dollar at the foreign exchange market on Thursday. According to FMDQ data, the naira depreciated to N1639.41 per dollar on Thursday, a further decline of N13.53 compared to the previous day. This marks a significant slump for the currency, as it inches closer to a critical threshold of N2000 per dollar.

Meanwhile, the black market has also seen the naira weaken, dropping by N25 to N1660 per dollar on Thursday, a rate that is a whopping N340 short of the N2000 per dollar mark. This downturn in the currency’s value is a concern for Nigeria, as it could have far-reaching implications for trade and commerce.

The continued depreciation of the naira can be attributed to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s implementation of the Retail Dutch Auction System. This measure has led to a lack of confidence in the currency, causing it to falter against the dollar. As a result, Nigeria is facing a potentially damaging crisis, as the currency’s value continues to drop.

The trend is ominous, with the naira having continued to depreciate since Tuesday of this week, with the exception of Monday, when it traded at N1585.77 to the dollar. If left unchecked, the consequences of this decline could be severe, impacting Nigeria’s economy and its ability to trade on the international stage.

The situation demands immediate attention, as Nigeria seeks to stabilize its currency and restore confidence in its economic prospects. With the naira racing towards a critical threshold, the consequences of inaction could be dire. It remains to be seen whether the country’s authorities can take effective measures to address this crisis and restore stability to its currency.