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Nigeria's non-oil exports jump 21% as Tinubu touts diversification push SHARE Nigeria’s non-oil exports rose by 21 percent in 2025, President Bola Tinubu said on Friday, as the government intensifies efforts to reduce reliance on crude oil and expand industrial and agricultural production. In a Democracy Day address, Tinubu said more than 1,000 small and medium-sized enterprises had been certified for export under government-backed programmes aimed at improving access to international markets and strengthening non-oil trade. - Advertisement - He said the growth reflected ongoing reforms and improved investor confidence since 2023, alongside rising global demand for key Nigerian commodities such as cocoa, fertiliser (urea) and cashew. “The next phase is about accelerating growth and ensuring the benefits are felt in every home, every community, and every region,” the president said. - Advertisement - According to official trade data cited in government statements, Nigeria exported 281 different non-oil products in 2025, with major destinations including the Netherlands, Brazil, India, Belgium and the United States. More Read Nigeria’s export boom gathers pace with US$1.2b earned in…

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Nigeria's non-oil exports surge to historic high - African Business Nigeria’s diversification from a mono-cultural economy reliant on oil and gas exports is paying dividends according to new data announced by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC). Presenting the results in Abuja on January 19th at a press briefing on the performance of non‑oil exports for 2025, the executive director and CEO of NEPC, Nonye Ayeni, described 2025 as “an impressive year” in which Nigeria “took giant strides in our efforts to diversify the economy and grow the non-oil export sector.” Non‑oil export earnings reached $6.1bn, an 11.5% increase over the $5.46bn recorded in 2024, Nigeria’s highest formally documented non‑oil export value to date. Export volumes also rose sharply to 8.02 million metric tonnes, up 10% from 7.29 million metric tonnes in 2024. Ayeni noted that this performance “underscores the growing resilience and relevance of the non-oil export sector to Nigeria’s economy,” while reaffirming ongoing collaboration with the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics, the Central Bank of Nigeria, and other partners to capture informal exports that remain outside official data. Netherlands buys Niger…

Innovation to Drive Nigeria's Economic Breakthrough Innovation, partnerships will drive Nigeria’s economic breakthrough – FG December 5, 2025 1:25 am File photo: Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Ambassador Nura Rimi. By Arinze Nwafor Kindly share this story: The Federal Government has asserted that Nigeria possesses the requisite capacity to drive economic transformation across all sectors, leveraging innovation, robust private-sector partnerships, and strategic regional integration. This declaration followed the successful conclusion of the 2025 Nigeria International Trade Fair in Lagos, which the government described as a powerful demonstration of the nation’s rising industrial strength and ambition. Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Ambassador Nura Rimi, who was represented by Director of Special Duties, Aminu Dogondaji, affirmed the country’s economic vigour on Saturday at the closing ceremony. Rimi declared that the fair “showcased the country’s capacity to drive economic transformation through innovation, private-sector partnerships and regional integration.” He maintained that the eve…

Nigeria's non-oil exports hit record $6.1bn in 2025 Nigeria’s non-oil exports hit record $6.1bn in 2025 By The Nigerian Observer January 20, 2026 … NEPC targets sustained growth in 2026 ABUJA: Nigeria’s non-oil exports climbed to an all-time high of $6.1 billion in 2025, reflecting improved diversification, higher export volumes and wider market penetration, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) said on Monday. The Executive Director of NEPC, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, disclosed this at a news conference on the 2025 Non-Oil Export Performance and 2026 Outlook held in Abuja. You May Have Missed What Okpebholo’s De-freezing of Doctors’ Promotions After Eight Years Means for Healthcare Cleansing the temple of religious charlatans Democracy Day: Okpebholo Urges Nigerians to Remain Vigilant, United Ekiti Guber: INEC Partners EFCC, ICPC to Curb Vote Buying, Extends PVC Collection EDSG Engages 500 Forest Guards, Undergoes Training To Strengthen Security Ayeni said the council, working with the National Bureau of Statistics, the Central Bank of Nigeria and other stakeholders, was intensifying efforts to mainstream informal trade in order to improve export data, policy formulation and sector …

Nigeria's Non-Oil Exports Grow 21% as Government Expands SME Export Support Nigeria recorded a 21 percent increase in non-oil exports in 2025, reflecting stronger global demand for agricultural and industrial products and ongoing efforts to diversify the economy away from crude oil. President Bola Tinubu disclosed the development during his Democracy Day address, noting that more than 1,000 small and medium-sized enterprises have now been certified for export participation under government-backed trade expansion programmes. He explained that recent economic reforms introduced since 2023 have helped restore investor confidence and improve stability across key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, mining, technology, and transport. According to him, these changes are beginning to reflect in improved revenue flows to federal, state, and local governments. A major driver of the export growth has been increased demand for Nigerian products such as cocoa, fertiliser, and cashew nuts. Trade expansion under the African Continental Free Trade Area has also contributed by widening market access for local producers across the continent. Data referenced in the address indicated th…

Nigeria Non‑Oil Exports Reach $6.1 Billion in 2025 | Measured Take Business 43 days ago Nigeria’s Non‑Oil Exports Hit Record $6.1 Billion in 2025, Driven by Women‑Led SMEs Nigeria’s non‑oil export value hits a record $6.1 bn in 2025, driven by women‑led SMEs and expanded market access. Byline Elena Voss / 3 min / NG Business & Markets Editor Share Tweet LinkedIn Copy link Credit: Unsplash Original source * TL;DR: Nigeria’s non‑oil exports surged to a record $6.1 billion and 8.02 million metric tonnes in 2025, a growth linked to women‑led small and medium enterprises. Context The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) announced that the country now ships goods to 210 markets, covering Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and Oceania. The data comes from a conference in Abuja focused on strengthening women‑led businesses for inclusive growth. Key Facts - Export value hit $6.1 billion, the highest since the council’s inception. - Export volume reached 8.02 million metric tonnes, also a historic peak. - Nigerian firms now market 281 products across 36 African nations, including 11 ECOWAS members. - Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) constitute about 96 % of all businesses; women oper…

Nigeria's Historic Non-Oil Export Performance Signals a New Era of ... Nigeria’s Historic Non-Oil Export Performance Signals a New Era of Economic Possibility Feb 24, 2026 | Features | 0 comments Nigeria’s Historic Non-Oil Export Performance Signals a New Era of Economic Possibility Nonye Ayeni, ED/CEO NEPC Nigeria entered 2025 with a clear ambition: to accelerate the nation’s transition from an oil-dependent economy to one powered by diversified, globally competitive exports. Today, as we reflect on the year’s performance, it is evident that this ambition has not only taken root—it has delivered historic results. The non-oil export sector closed 2025 at an unprecedented high, recording US$6.1 billion in receipts—an 11.5% increase over the US$5.46 billion achieved in 2024. This is the highest formally documented non-oil export value in Nigeria’s history. Export volumes also rose sharply to 8.02 million metric tonnes, up 10% from 7.29 million metric tonnes the previous year. These numbers are more than statistics; they are a testament to the resilience, innovation, and determination of Nigerian exporters and the institutions that support them. As I noted during the release of the 2…