Nigeria exported 281 non-oil products to 120 countries in 2025, generating $6.1 billion in revenue, according to the Vice President of the World Trade Centre Abuja, Karim Ahmed.
Ahmed described the figure as Nigeria’s highest formally documented non-oil export performance.
He disclosed this on Thursday at the Premier Export Launchpad Bootcamp organised by the World Trade Centre Abuja.
According to him, the export figures demonstrate that Nigerian products are gaining access to international markets, but local businesses must build the capacity to compete sustainably in the global economy.
“In 2025, Nigeria recorded its highest formally documented non-oil export performance, valued at US$6.1 billion. During the year, 281 non-oil products were exported to 120 countries,” Ahmed said.
He said the development showed that Nigeria had products and services capable of competing globally across sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, the creative economy and professional services.
“These figures demonstrate that Nigerian products are already finding markets around the world. The question, therefore, is not whether Nigeria has products and services that the world wants. Clearly, we do,” he stated.
However, Ahmed said Nigerian businesses continued to face challenges involving market knowledge, international standards, certifications, logistics, documentation, payment systems and consistency.
“The more important question is whether our businesses have the knowledge, systems, standards and consistency required to enter those markets successfully and remain competitive,” he said.
He stressed that producing a quality product or service was only the first step towards becoming a successful exporter, noting that businesses must understand the specific requirements of their target markets.
“Businesses must understand which markets to enter, how to position their offerings, the standards and certifications required, how to manage logistics and documentation, how to secure payment, and how to deliver consistently and profitably,” Ahmed said.
He explained that the Export Launchpad Bootcamp was designed to help Nigerian businesses assess their readiness for international trade, identify viable export markets and understand the practical requirements for entering those markets.
The programme, he added, would also connect participants with potential buyers, financial institutions, logistics providers, regulators and professional advisers.
“Our ambition is that you do not leave today with simply a folder of presentations. You should leave with greater clarity about where your business stands, the gaps you need to close and the actions required to move forward,” Ahmed said.
