20/03/2020: Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a significant decline in oil prices, affecting Nigeria's economy and putting pressure on the Naira's exchange rate.
20/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Effects
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic causes global economic turmoil, leading to volatility in the New Zealand dollar exchange rate and GDP contraction.
20/06/2016: Adoption of Flexible Exchange Rate Policy
The Central Bank of Nigeria adopted a flexible exchange rate policy, allowing the Naira to float freely against other currencies based on market forces.
10/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis Hits New Zealand
New Zealand experiences the impact of the global financial crisis, leading to a sharp depreciation of the New Zealand dollar and economic slowdown.
10/07/2005: Polymer Banknotes Introduced
New Zealand introduces polymer banknotes, replacing the traditional paper notes for increased durability and security.
29/05/1999: Transition to Democratic Governance
Nigeria transitioned to democratic governance, leading to economic reforms and stability, positively affecting the value and management of the Naira currency.
12/06/1993: Introduction of the Third Nigerian Naira
The third Nigerian Naira (NGN) was introduced after the country's return to civilian rule following years of military regimes.
05/10/1987: Black Monday Stock Market Crash
Global stock market crash leads to a significant devaluation of the New Zealand dollar and a deep recession in the country.
04/03/1985: Floating Exchange Rate Introduced
New Zealand dollar is allowed to float freely against other currencies, marking the end of fixed exchange rates.
31/12/1984: Implementation of the Structural Adjustment Program
The Nigerian government implemented the Structural Adjustment Program, leading to a significant devaluation of the Naira and the adoption of a floating exchange rate.
01/07/1979: Adoption of the Second Nigerian Naira
The second Nigerian Naira (NGN) was introduced following the adoption of a new constitution and the country's transition to civilian rule.
01/07/1973: Introduction of decimal currency
The Nigerian Naira was introduced as the official currency of Nigeria, replacing the pound sterling with a decimal currency system.
10/07/1961: Decimalization of Currency
New Zealand adopts the decimal currency system, replacing the pound with the New Zealand dollar. NZ$1 is equivalent to NZ£2.
19/10/1933: New Zealand Pound Pegged to the British Pound
New Zealand pound is pegged to the British pound at a rate of £1 to NZ£0.624275.