Nigeria Achieves Historic $6.1 Billion in Non-Oil Exports for 2025
In a landmark announcement, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has reported that the nation’s non-oil export sector reached a record valuation of $6.1 billion in 2025. This performance, representing an 11.5% increase from the $5.4 billion recorded in 2024, underscores a significant stride in Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda. NEPC Executive Director and CEO, Nonye Ayeni, disclosed these figures during the annual progress report and 2026 export outlook briefing in Abuja.
Ayeni emphasized that this achievement marks the highest value for formal non-oil exports since the council’s establishment nearly five decades ago, surpassing the previous year’s record. The growth is attributed to both increased export volumes, which rose 10% to 8.02 million metric tonnes, and expanding international market access. Data from pre-shipment inspection agencies corroborates this record-breaking sectoral performance. The expansion reflects the continued impact of the 2023 naira devaluation on trade dynamics, proving that economic reform is not an end but a transition toward a more resilient structure.
A key indicator of deepening diversification is the range of products exported. In 2025, Nigeria exported 281 distinct non-oil goods, signaling a robust shift toward value addition and broader participation in global value chains. This progress in trade integration is crucial as nations worldwide navigate complex economic policies, such as when the U.S. pauses immigrant visa reviews or prepares for major events like the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Nigeria’s growing export profile strengthens its position amidst these global currents.
The positive trajectory was evident earlier in the year, with NEPC reporting first-half 2025 non-oil exports of $3.225 billion, a 19.59% year-on-year increase. As the nation builds on this momentum, the focus remains on sustainable growth and further integration into international trade networks, ensuring that this milestone is a foundation for future prosperity.
