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Dollar demand plunges 35% in one month as naira stays stable
BusinessDay
Aug 19, 2026 · 17:59 WAT
End-user dollar demand declined by 35.23 percent in April 2026, reflecting lower total foreign-exchange utilisation across sectors, while the naira remained stable. The development provides market-relevant information on Nigeria’s currency and foreign-exchange environment, which can affect listed companies’ costs, revenues, and financial reporting.