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Naira Hits Historic Low as Rates Bite

  • Nigeria’s naira hits a record low of 1,421 per dollar on the official market, following a revision of exchange rate methodology.
  • Central Bank of Nigeria faces criticism over multiple exchange rates and currency management

 

Nigeria’s naira has plummeted to a record low against the US dollar, signalling deepening economic woes for Africa’s largest economy.

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