The naira kept sliding versus the US dollar into the end of the week, closing on a weak tone at Nigeria’s official foreign-exchange window on Friday. Central Bank of Nigeria figures showed the currency weakening to 1,380.93 naira per dollar on Friday, down from 1,380.11 per dollar reported on Thursday. On a day-to-day basis, that translated into a decline of 0.82 naira against the dollar at the official market.
Over the review period, the Nigerian currency logged four straight sessions of losses against the dollar, cumulatively giving up 10.47 naira during the week. In parallel, trading in the parallel market saw the naira hold steady at 1,400 naira per dollar for much of the week. The moves come amid evidence that Nigeria’s foreign-exchange situation strengthened against the dollar during the same period.
Zibuyile began her media journey as a sales intern at Mediamark (Kagiso Media) before moving into digital content creation for ZAlebs.com. Over four years, she helped evolve the platform from a simple blog into one of South Africa’s leading independent entertainment news sites.
Following ZAlebs’ transition to Celebrity Worx in 2016, Zibuyile was promoted to Executive Editor, recognized for her sharp audience insight and ability to match editorial with branded content. Highlights of her time include a Bookmark Award nomination, judging TLC’s Next Great Presenter, reporting from the MTV EMAs, and building partnerships with radio stations like YFM, Cliff Central, and Good Hope FM.
Her editorial work also expanded to include fast-growing digital verticals—such as lifestyle tech, online entertainment, and gambling-related content—tailored to evolving reader interests and brand opportunities.
