Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has announced that Nigeria’s trade volume in 2024 reached 7.2 metric tons, with a 20.7% increase in value, totaling $5.45 billion.
Dr Nonye Ayeni, Executive Director of NEPC, disclosed this on Monday during the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment’s retreat for the presentation of the 2025 roadmap in Abuja.
Ayeni highlighted a 20.7% growth in export value to $5.45 billion and expansion to 126 countries, signaling Nigeria’s export progress.
“In terms of value, we grew by 20.7% to $5.45 billion, and we are now represented in 126 countries. This is a clear indication that Nigeria is making significant progress,” she said
Ayeni emphasized that NEPC’s mandate remains to diversify Nigeria’s economy away from oil dependency by promoting non-oil exports.
“We are dedicated to working with exporters, improving their capacity in good agricultural practices, and ensuring we achieve the council’s mandate,” Ayeni said.
She noted that the council conducted approximately 629 capacity-building programs in 2024, in collaboration with development organizations and agencies, to enhance the competitiveness of Nigerian exporters.
Ayeni further highlighted NEPC’s ongoing efforts to facilitate international market access for Nigerian goods.
