Nigeria has taken a groundbreaking step in its oil industry. The country now sells crude oil and refined petroleum products in its local currency, the naira. This change began on October 1, 2024, following a directive from the Federal Executive Council. The decision marks a significant shift from the long-standing practice of using US dollars […]
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