Nigeria achieves record non-oil exports with 281 products
Karim Ahmed, Vice President of the World Trade Centre Abuja, revealed that Nigeria exported 281 non-oil products to 120 countries in 2025, generating $6.1 billion—the country’s highest formally documented non-oil export performance. He made this disclosure at the Premier Export Launchpad Bootcamp. Karim Ahmed emphasized that Nigerian products are increasingly gaining access to international markets but highlighted the need for local businesses to strengthen their capacity to compete globally. The Export Launchpad Bootcamp aims to help businesses assess their readiness and understand the requirements for successful exporting.
TLDR
- Nigeria exported 281 non-oil products to 120 countries in 2025, earning $6.1 billion.
- Karim Ahmed said this marks the highest formally documented non-oil export performance for the country.
- He stressed that Nigerian products are already finding international markets, but businesses must overcome challenges in standards, logistics, and market knowledge.
- The Export Launchpad Bootcamp was designed to help businesses identify viable markets and understand export requirements.
- Karim Ahmed stated that the World Trade Centre Abuja will continue supporting Nigerian businesses to succeed in global trade.
