Download the Aboki Forex App

Free • No account needed • Updated every hour

The Aboki Forex app is Nigeria's most-used foreign exchange rate tracker — giving you live black market rates, CBN official rates, crypto rates, and a built-in currency converter, all in one place. Available free on Android and iPhone.

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What Does the Aboki Forex App Do?

Aboki Forex is a free exchange rate information app. It does not trade, exchange, or transfer any currency — it shows you the rates so you know exactly what your money is worth before you transact anywhere.

  • Black market (parallel market) rates — the street rate for dollar, pound, euro, and all major currencies vs naira, updated every hour.
  • CBN official rates — the Central Bank of Nigeria's published rates, updated daily.
  • Commercial bank rates — what major Nigerian banks are selling forex for.
  • Crypto rates — USDT, Bitcoin (BTC), and Ethereum (ETH) to naira.
  • World currency converter — convert between any two currencies using live rates.
  • Forex news — latest Nigerian and international currency news.
  • NGX stocks — Nigerian Exchange stock signals, fundamentals, and company disclosures.

How to Download and Use Aboki Forex

On Android (Google Play Store)

  1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android phone.
  2. Search for "Aboki Forex" — or tap the button above to go directly to the listing.
  3. Tap Install — the app is free and requires no payment.
  4. Open the app — rates load immediately. No login, no account creation required.

On iPhone (Apple App Store)

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Search for "Aboki Forex" — or tap the button above to go directly to the listing.
  3. Tap Get — the app is free.
  4. Open the app — all rates are available immediately with no signup.

Aboki Forex App Features

Feature Details
Price Free
Account required No — open and use instantly
Platforms Android & iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Rate update frequency Black market: every hour · CBN: daily
Currencies covered USD, GBP, EUR, CAD, AUD, AED, CNY, ZAR, GHS, XOF, XAF, SAR, QAR, CHF, JPY + crypto
Currency converter Yes — built-in, uses live rates
Offline support Shows last cached rates when offline
Forex news Yes
NGX stocks Yes — signals, fundamentals, disclosures

Is Aboki Forex Free? Are There Any Charges?

Aboki Forex is completely free. There are no subscription fees, no in-app purchases, no premium tiers, and no charges of any kind to access the exchange rate data. The app and website are supported by advertising.

Aboki Forex also does not trade or exchange any currency — it is purely an information platform. There are no transaction fees because no transactions take place on Aboki Forex. To exchange currency, contact a licensed Bureau de Change (BDC), your bank, or a trusted forex dealer.

Do I Need an Account on Aboki Forex?

No account is needed. You do not need to register, provide an email address, or create a profile to use any feature of the Aboki Forex app or website. Open the app and all live rates are immediately available.

Currencies and Rates Available on the App

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Does Aboki Forex Trade (Exchange) Currencies?
No, we do not trade any currency pair. Aboki Forex is purely an information platform that provides real-time black market and official CBN exchange rates. To exchange currency, contact a licensed Bureau de Change (BDC), your bank, or a trusted local forex dealer.
Is AbokiFx the same as Aboki Forex?
No, Aboki Forex (abokiforex.app) and AbokiFx are two separate and unaffiliated platforms. We are not connected to AbokiFx in any way. Aboki Forex provides live black market and CBN exchange rates for all major currencies versus the Nigerian Naira.
How can I Exchange Currency in Nigeria?
To exchange foreign currency in Nigeria, you have several options: (1) Visit a licensed Bureau de Change (BDC) — these are regulated by the CBN and found in major cities. (2) Use your commercial bank — they offer official CBN rates for account holders. (3) Use a trusted local forex market dealer — these operate in parallel/black market and typically offer higher rates than banks. Always verify the current rate on Aboki Forex before exchanging to ensure you get a fair deal.
Are the Black Market Rates accurate in all Markets?
Aboki Forex provides average black market rates collected from multiple dealers across major Nigerian cities including Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt. Because the parallel market is unregulated, actual rates vary by location, dealer, and transaction size. The rates on Aboki Forex are a reliable benchmark, but always confirm the exact rate with your dealer before completing any transaction.
What is the difference between CBN, I&E and Black Market Rates?
The CBN (Central Bank of Nigeria) rate is the official government exchange rate used by commercial banks and regulated financial institutions. The I&E (Investors and Exporters) window was a market-based rate that has now been merged with the official CBN rate following Nigeria's forex unification policy. The Black Market rate (also called the parallel market or street rate) is typically higher than the official rate and reflects actual supply and demand dynamics for foreign currency in Nigeria outside the regulated banking system.
How often are the exchange rates updated on Aboki Forex?
Black market exchange rates on Aboki Forex are updated every hour throughout the trading day. The rates reflect real-time data collected from parallel market dealers across Nigeria. CBN official rates are updated daily, typically after the Central Bank of Nigeria publishes its official rates each business day.
Why is the black market dollar to naira rate higher than the official CBN rate?
The black market dollar to naira rate is higher than the official CBN rate because of the gap between foreign currency supply and demand in Nigeria. The Central Bank of Nigeria controls access to dollars at the official rate, limiting who can buy forex through official channels. Businesses and individuals who cannot access dollars through banks must turn to the parallel market, where higher demand relative to supply drives up the exchange rate.