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Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira Historical Exchange Rates

Welcome to the KES to NGN exchange rate history page. This page contains detailed daily historical exchange rates between KES and NGN from 2025-3-8 to 2025-12-16, making it easy to look up and reference.

Amount
Result

1 KES = 11.4747 NGN

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1 Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira Historical Exchange Rate Trends

1 KES = -- NGN

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1 Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira Data Statistics

This section organizes the historical exchange rate data of 1 KES to NGN, including daily data over the past 1 day, 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days. It also marks the highest, lowest, and average rates during each period, helping you easily understand how the exchange rate has changed over time, which is useful for currency exchange, transfers, or investment decisions.

Time
Past 1 day
Past 15 day
Past 30 day
Past 90 day
High
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11.5788
11.5788
11.6979
Low
-
11.2693
11.2258
11.179
Average
-
11.4067
11.3512
11.4213

Past 7 days historical exchange rates

Below are the daily average exchange rates of KES to NGN for the past 7 days, helping you track the trend during this period. We also provide exchange rate changes of NGN to KES, helping you understand fluctuations from different perspectives and better plan your currency exchange, transfers, or fund management.

KES to NGN - Last 7 Days

KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-15
11.4972
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-14
11.4972
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-13
11.4972
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-12
11.5788
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-11
11.463
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-10
11.4409
KESKESNGNNGN
2025-12-09
11.3395

NGN to KES - Last 7 Days

NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-15
0.087
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-14
0.087
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-13
0.087
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-12
0.0864
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-11
0.087
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-10
0.0874
NGNNGNKESKES
2025-12-09
0.0882

KESKES - Kenyan Shilling

The Kenyan Shilling was introduced in 1966 to replace the East African Monetary Unit. The KES plays a key role in East African Community trade, supports the development of the country's agriculture and service industries, and is an important pillar of Kenya's economy.

  • Supporting unit:1 shilling = 100 pence (cent)
  • Denomination of banknotes:50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 shillings
  • Reserve currency:No, it is mainly used for the domestic economy.
  • Banknote material:Cotton paper, featuring a watermark and anti-counterfeiting line.
  • Metal composition:Copper-nickel alloy, etc.
  • Currency symbol:KSh
  • Paper currency size:For example, 1000 shillings is approximately 150mm × 70mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Shilling
  • ISO code:KES
  • Currency name:Kenyan Shilling
  • Exchange Rate System:Floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of Kenya
  • Safe-haven currency:No, exchange rates are heavily influenced by regional economic and political factors.
  • Coin denomination:1, 5, 10, 20 shillings
  • Countries of Use:Kenya is the only country where it is officially used.
  • Cross-border payment:International transfers are supported through the SWIFT network, with the Kenyan shilling being used in East African trade, while international transactions are primarily settled in US dollars or euros.

NGNNGN - Nigerian Naira

The naira was introduced in 1973 as a replacement for the Nigerian pound. The NGN plays a central role in Africa's largest economy, supporting a diversified economy, particularly the oil and agriculture industries.

  • Supporting unit:1 Naira = 100 Kobo
  • Denomination of banknotes:5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 Naira
  • Reserve currency:No, the primary reserves consist of foreign currencies such as USD, EUR, and RMB.
  • Banknote material:Most are paper-based, while some small denominations are made of polymer.
  • Metal composition:Nickel-plated steel core, copper alloy, aluminum alloy, etc.
  • Currency symbol:
  • Paper currency size:For example, 1000 Naira is approximately 151mm × 78mm.
  • language:en
  • Main unit:Naira
  • ISO code:NGN
  • Currency name:Nigerian Naira
  • Exchange Rate System:Regulated floating exchange rate system
  • Central Bank:Central Bank of Nigeria
  • Safe-haven currency:No, there are significant fluctuations in exchange rates and strong capital controls.
  • Coin denomination:50 Cobos, 1, 2 Naira (seldom used).
  • Countries of Use:Nigeria is the only country where it is used officially.
  • Cross-border payment:Naira is not freely convertible in the international market and is primarily settled through the SWIFT network and banking intermediaries. Cross-border payments often use the US dollar or euro as intermediary currencies, which limits efficiency.

FAQ

What is the relationship between Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira exchange rate and remittance?

The actual amount received during remittance is directly affected by the KES to NGN exchange rate. Differences in rates offered by banks or platforms may lead to significant differences in the final amount. It’s recommended to compare real-time rates and fees from several providers before making a decision.

What exchange rate indicators should be prioritized when making cross-border payments or settlements?

When conducting cross-border transactions, pay attention to real-time rates, the bid-ask spread, settlement fees, etc. Especially for large payments, even small differences in the KES to NGN exchange rate can result in substantial changes in actual amounts.

Why are the Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira exchange rates so different across platforms?

Different banks or payment platforms use various pricing mechanisms. Some use mid-market rates; others add wider spreads, fees, and settlement times.tCauses you to see KES to NGN on Platform A as 7.10, while Platform B shows 7.02. Such differences can be significant for large transactions.

Is it necessary to check the historical trend of Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira exchange rates before remittance?

be necessary. By examining the recent fluctuations in the exchange rate between KES and NGN, you can determine whether the current exchange rate is high or low, helping you decide whether to immediately remit, lock up the exchange, or delay the transaction to obtain a better price.

How to judge the trend of Kenyan shilling to Nigerian naira based on historical exchange rates?

Look at the charts of KES to NGN over the past few months. If the trend is upward, it means KES is appreciating and exchanging to NGN is more cost-effective; if downward, you may want to act quickly to exchange at a better rate.
Disclaimer: The exchange rate data on this page is collected from public sources for reference only. Due to frequent fluctuations, XTransfer cannot guarantee accuracy or timeliness. Please refer to the real-time quotes from banks, related institutions, or trading systems.