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Parallel market records stronger naira The local currency also performed better in the parallel market. The dollar was quoted at approximately ₦1,375 on Wednesday, compared with ₦1,383 the previous day. The movement translates to an ₦8 appreciation by the naira in the parallel market. Following the latest adjustment, the difference between the NFEM and parallel-market rates stood at approximately ₦47 per dollar.

FX transactions jump by 181.5% Meanwhile, activity at the official foreign exchange market increased considerably. NFEM turnover rose from $99.2 million to $279.2 million, representing a 181.5 per cent increase during the period under review. The higher turnover came as trading activity in the official market picked up. Nigeria’s reserves hit $54.674bn Nigeria’s foreign exchange position also remained substantial, with the country’s external reserves standing at $54.674 billion as of September 17.

The reserve position contributes to available foreign-exchange liquidity within the economy. Rates differ across locations Despite the published figures, the actual dollar rate available to customers can vary from one market to another. Banks and Bureau de Change operators may quote different rates depending on location, transaction size and prevailing market conditions.

As of September 24, the latest confirmed figures put the dollar at approximately ₦1,328 at the NFEM and ₦1,375 in the parallel market.

Troost-Ekong began his career in the Arab region in 2024 when he joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Khaleej. He later moved to Qatar, signing for Al-Ahli in January 2026 on an 18-month contract. Since then, he has made 14 appearances for the club across all competitions, including one appearance this season.

At international level, Troost-Ekong represented Nigeria from 2015 to 2025, earning 83 caps and scoring eight goals.

While some of them said pump attendants might be responsible for such sharp practices, others said faulty fuel pumps could be responsible for under-dispensing. The NMDPRA, in an industry notice issued on Tuesday, directed all retail outlet operators to immediately calibrate and verify their dispensers and totalisers to ensure that consumers receive the full quantity of petroleum products for which they pay.

The authority said it had observed incidents of under-dispensing at retail outlets nationwide, describing the practice as a serious breach of consumer trust. The regulator warned that outlets found under-dispensing, operating improperly calibrated equipment or otherwise compromising dispensing accuracy would be required to take immediate corrective action.

Peller: “Do you know the best musician right now?

Na IceKing. You know IceKing Ochacho?” Jeriq: “No, I no sabi am. Na Ice Prince I know.” Peller then jokingly questioned whether IceKing had not become famous enough to reach Jeriq’s side. Peller: “E never famous reach your side? You for say you sabi am na, livestream we dey.”

He then appeared to take another playful jab at Jeriq, referencing the rapper’s alleged decision to delete his Spotify account.

Peller: “Oh sorry, I don forget say you delete Spotify.” The exchange appeared to be light-hearted banter between the two entertainers, with Peller using the moment to promote IceKing while teasing Jeriq over his response.

Watch video below … Peller: You know IceKing Ochacho? Jeriq: No I no sabi am, na Ice Prince I know Peller: you for say you sabi am nau na livestream we dey.

Oh sorry I don forget say you delete Spotify😭😭 pic.twitter.com/Ol38xu9PqT — Beri🌚 (@beri_grizou) September 23, 2026