CBN Exchange Rate Update: Naira Records Mixed Performance Against Major Currencies

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released the official exchange rates for Tuesday, August 26, 2025, reflecting marginal fluctuations in the Naira’s performance across major international currencies.

According to the data, the Naira recorded a modest appreciation of 0.08% against the US Dollar (USD), trading at ₦1,537.62 (sell) and ₦1,536.62 (buy). However, the local currency experienced minor declines against the Euro (EUR), British Pound (GBP), and other currencies.

The highest appreciation was observed against the West African CFA Franc (XOF), which rose by 0.86%, while the West African Unit of Account (WAUA) saw the most significant decline at 0.27%.

The table below presents the official CBN exchange rates:

CBN Official Exchange Rates – August 26, 2025

CurrencySell Rate (₦)Buy Rate (₦)Change (%)
US Dollar (USD)₦1,537.62₦1,536.62+0.08%
Euro (EUR)₦1,793.17₦1,792.00-0.25%
British Pound (GBP)₦2,074.24₦2,072.90-0.07%
Japanese Yen (JPY)₦10.42₦10.41-0.04%
Chinese Yuan (RMB)₦214.85₦214.71+0.01%
Swiss Franc (CHF)₦1,912.22₦1,910.98-0.08%
Danish Krone (DKK)₦240.20₦240.04-0.25%
South African Rand (ZAR)₦87.21₦87.15-0.24%
West African CFA Franc (XOF)₦2.74₦2.72+0.86%
Saudi Riyal (SAR)₦409.79₦409.52+0.07%
WA Unit of Account (WAUA)₦2,092.47₦2,091.10-0.27%

The data reflects continued volatility in the foreign exchange market, as the CBN maintains its regulatory oversight amid ongoing global economic fluctuations. Further updates will be provided as available.

Read Also: Naira’s Position in the Market: CBN Exchange Rate Movements Explained

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