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The Upcoming $DOGS Token Listing: A Game Changer for the Crypto Community

The Dogs Coin crypto community has recently generated significant excitement with the announcement of a potential listing for its $DOGS token on August 20, 2024, across 15 prominent cryptocurrency exchanges, including Budget, OKX, and Bybit. This event will be accompanied by an enormous airdrop of 400 billion DOG tokens, creating a buzz among enthusiasts, particularly in Nigeria. As interest surges, many are eager to understand the token’s projected price range and its exchange rate with the Nigerian Naira (NGN) and the US Dollar (USD).
This upcoming listing marks a pivotal advance for the $DOGS token, enhancing its visibility within the rapidly growing meme coin sector and facilitating broader engagement. Notably, the $DOGS token’s inclusion in the ‘Innovation and MEME Zone’ underscores its potential as a distinctive project in the burgeoning Bitcoin landscape.
Nigeria has emerged as a key player in the $DOGS phenomenon, with a notable enthusiasm for Telegram-based tap-to-earn projects that have consistently offered lucrative returns. From platforms like Blum to Hamster Kombat, Notcoin, and TapSwap, Nigerian users have demonstrated a keen interest in converting their taps into earnings, further fueling the anticipation surrounding $DOGS.
Tokenomics of $DOGS
According to the tokenomics shared on Telegram, over 42.2 million users are eligible to claim the airdrop, with each claim averaging 9,500 DOGS. The total supply of tokens is 550 billion, with allocations as follows:
- 81.5%** directed towards the community, benefiting Telegram early adopters.
- 10%** reserved for group initiatives and forthcoming projects.
- 8.5%** allocated for listing and liquidity-related processes.
Additionally, $DOGS plans to introduce tradable and mintable on-chain stickers in the weeks following the listing. Users will be able to claim their tokens to a non-custodial wallet starting August 20, with Toncoin required to cover the associated gas fees. Prospective claimants must ensure adequate Toncoin is available in their wallets, which can be acquired through Stars or exchanges.
Speculative Price Predictions for $DOGS
As anticipation builds around the airdrop and listing, analysts speculate that the initial price of $DOGS could hover around $0.00055. This valuation reflects the token’s accessibility for early adopters and its projected potential.
Expectations indicate that initial trading might lead to substantial volatility. If market conditions prove favorable, the value could surge to approximately $0.00825, representing a 15-fold increase from the launch price. However, should there be a price correction after an initial spike, it is plausible that $DOGS could dip to around $0.0004125, reflecting normal fluctuations characteristic of the cryptocurrency marketplace.
In the event of a pullback, market observers predict that $DOGS could stabilize around $0.0020625, still offering considerable returns from the initial investment and potentially attracting further interest from new investors.
Airdrop Price Analysis: Naira vs. USD
For many Nigerian investors, the anticipated price of $DOGS in USD relative to the Naira is of particular significance. With an expected launch price of $0.00055 (0.055 cents), and considering the current exchange rate of 1600 NGN to 1 USD, each $DOGS airdrop token would be valued at approximately ₦0.088. If the token appreciates to $0.00825, the corresponding price in Naira would elevate to about ₦13.2.
Conclusion
The impending launch of $DOGS represents a transformative phase for meme coins, especially those gaining traction among Nigerian crypto enthusiasts. The speculative price forecasts signal substantial financial opportunities for investors, particularly if the token witnesses an upward trend post-listing.
However, as with any cryptocurrency investment, it is crucial for participants to conduct thorough research and consider market volatility before making decisions. The $DOGS token’s journey is just beginning, and the coming weeks will be instrumental in shaping its future in the crypto landscape.

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Dangote Refinery Announces Further PMS Price Reduction.

Dangote Refinery has announced a further reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), bringing it down to N835 per litre from the previous N865. This N30 decrease, communicated to customers via notice on Wednesday, follows a reduction to N865 just six days prior.
This adjustment is expected to translate to lower retail prices at partner stations, such as MRS, with potential reductions from N940 per litre anticipated.
The price reduction coincides with regulatory approval for the importation of 117,000 metric tonnes of petrol between April 8th and 16th, 2025. However, industry analysts, including the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association (IPMAN), caution against expecting a drastic price crash due to demand/supply dynamics and foreign exchange fluctuations, even with the renewal of the naira-for-crude deal.
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Nigeria’s Public Debt Burden Significantly Increases.

Nigeria’s public debt has experienced a substantial surge, reaching N144.67 trillion by December 2024, a 48.58% increase from the N97.34 trillion recorded at the close of 2023. This data, released by the Debt Management Office, indicates a year-on-year increase of N47.32 trillion and a quarter-on-quarter rise of 1.65%.
This escalation is primarily attributable to increased external and domestic borrowing. External debt rose by 83.89% to N70.29 trillion, while domestic debt increased by 25.77% to N74.38 trillion. The Federal Government accounts for the majority of both external (N62.92 trillion) and domestic (N70.41 trillion) debt.
This significant increase in Nigeria’s debt profile has prompted concern among financial experts, particularly regarding the country’s capacity to manage this growing burden amidst existing infrastructural deficits. The implications of this rising debt for Nigeria’s economic stability and future development remain a critical area of analysis.
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The true factors behind the significant appreciation of the Naira against the dollar, according to the CPPE.

In recent weeks, the Naira has experienced significant appreciation against the U.S. dollar, a development largely attributed to enhancements in Nigeria’s external reserves and proactive measures implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Muda Yusuf, Director of the Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), elaborated on these factors in a statement released on Sunday.
As of last Friday, the Naira gained an impressive N127 to close at N1,535 per dollar, a stark contrast to its valuation of N1,660 just a week prior. This notable shift reflects both an increase in Nigeria’s external reserves, which have surpassed the $40 billion threshold, and the CBN’s strategic interventions to stabilize the currency.
Yusuf emphasized, “This improvement in our reserves implies that the CBN has greater capacity to intervene in the market. Indeed, we have witnessed the CBN intervene consistently.” The last five months have shown relative stability in exchange rates, which Yusuf considers a welcome trend. He noted that the improved reserve levels bolster investor confidence, further supporting the Naira’s strength.
The introduction of the Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS) has also been pivotal in enhancing market stability. Coupled with governmental successes in the international finance arena—most notably, the recent $2.2 billion Eurobond issuance—the conditions for a robust Naira have been bolstered.
As the economic landscape continues to evolve, the CPPE remains optimistic about the trajectory of the Naira and its potential for further stability in the foreign exchange market.
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