Saudi Journal of Economics and Finance (SJEF)
Volume-2 | Issue-04 | 144-156
Review Article
Exchange Rate Volatility and Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria: An E-Garch Approach
Chinedu Miracle Nevo, Jonathan E. Ogbuabor
Published : Aug. 30, 2018
Abstract
This study seeks to examine the relationship between Foreign Direct
Investment (FDI) and Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER) volatility in Nigeria. Using
annual time series data from 1980 to 2016, the study adopted the Exponential GARCH
model, Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) estimation technique and the Error Correction
Mechanism. The major findings of the study reveal that there is a negative correlation
between Nigeria’s past and future REER, which further implies that negative shock has
less effects on exchange rate volatility when compared with a positive shock. It also
found that exchange rate has a very significant effect on FDI in Nigeria while there also
exists a long-run relationship between them. The study therefore advocates for a strong
foreign exchange policies by the CBN to attract FDI. It also suggests that CBN should be
keen on monitoring the financial news in the economy as it could heighten exchange rate
and financial market volatilities; which may not be good for the economy’s overall
growth and development in the long-run.