The Naira Briefing

What moved the naira, and why.

Rates, policy and honest context - the blog behind the market terminal.

Is Cryptocurrency Legal in Nigeria? The Rules in Plain English

11 October 2026

Is crypto legal in Nigeria? A plain-English look at CBN and SEC rules, the lifted banking restriction, how people trade safely, and what to keep in mind.

How to Sell Bitcoin in Nigeria and Cash Out to Naira Safely

11 October 2026

How to sell Bitcoin in Nigeria and withdraw naira to your bank: exchanges vs P2P, the live BTC to naira price, safety tips and avoiding scams.

eNaira Explained: Nigeria’s Digital Currency and What It Does

11 October 2026

What the eNaira is, how Nigeria's central bank digital currency works, how it differs from bank apps and stablecoins, and whether it's worth using.

Naira Devaluation History: How the Naira Got to Where It Is

11 October 2026

A clear history of naira devaluation: from the 1980s to the 2016 float, the 2023 unification and beyond, and what each shift meant for ordinary Nigerians.

The NAFEM Window Explained: Nigeria’s Official FX Market

11 October 2026

What the NAFEM window is, how it replaced the I&E window, how the official naira rate is set there, and what it means for businesses and individuals.

What Is the CBN Rate Today? Understanding Nigeria’s Official Exchange Rate

11 October 2026

What the CBN rate is, how the official exchange rate is set through the NAFEM window, how it differs from the street rate, and how to check today's rate.

How to Receive Dollar Payments as a Freelancer in Nigeria

11 October 2026

How Nigerian freelancers can receive dollar payments: Payoneer, Wise, dom accounts, USDT and more, plus how to convert to naira at the best rate.

Opay vs PalmPay vs Moniepoint: Which Nigerian Fintech Wallet Is Best?

11 October 2026

Opay vs PalmPay vs Moniepoint compared for Nigerians: transfers, fees, reliability, cards, savings and business tools, to help you pick the right wallet.

Virtual Dollar Cards in Nigeria Compared: How to Pay for Online Services

11 October 2026

A guide to virtual dollar cards in Nigeria: how they work, what they cost, funding from naira, and how to use them for Netflix, ads, Shein and other dollar payments.

Sending Money to Nigeria from Ireland: Best Rates and Methods

11 October 2026

How to send money to Nigeria from Ireland in 2026: best apps and banks, getting the best euro to naira rate, fees, speed and recipient options.