Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, July 17, 2026: Nigerian Naira continues appreciation against US currency

This means that the Naira gained N1.30 on a day-to-day basis, the third appreciation in the week under review.

Meanwhile, at the black market, the Naira remained flat at N1430 per dollar on Friday, the same rate traded on the previous day as the apex bank announced fresh guidelines for licensed bureau de change operators.

The mixed sentiments across foreign exchange markets come as the country’s foreign reserves stood at $51.92 billion as of July 16th, 2026.