CBN boosts FX market with $197.71m amid Trump tariffs

The boost comes as global markets reel in shock with the tariffs imposed by United States President Donald Trump.

The American president recently imposed a 14% import tariff on products from Nigeria. The development has affected the value of the naira to the dollar in the last few days, the CBN said.

In a statement on Saturday, CBN’s Director of Financial Markets Department, Omolara Duke, said the apex bank has noted recent movements in the foreign exchange market between April 3 and 4, 2025, reflecting broader global macroeconomic shifts currently affecting several emerging market and developing economies.

Duke said, “These developments was as a result of the recent announcement of new import tariffs by the United States government on imports from several economies, which has triggered a period of adjustment across global markets.

“Crude oil prices have also weakened – declining by over 12% to approximately US$65.50 per barrel – presenting new dynamics for oil-exporting countries such as Nigeria.

“In line with its commitment to ensuring adequate liquidity and supporting orderly market functioning, the CBN facilitated market activity on Friday, April 4, 2025, with the provision of US$197.71 million through sales to Authorized Dealers.”