Nigeria is Africa's largest oil producer and its most populous market.
CapitalAbuja
CurrencyNigerian naira (NGN)
LanguagesEnglish
RegionAfrica
Why Nigeria matters for trade
- Crude oil and LNG exports
- Large urea production from domestic gas
- The Dangote refinery is changing fuel import and export flows
What Nigeria sells and buys
| Main exports | Main imports |
|---|---|
| Crude oil, LNG, Urea, Cocoa, Sesame, Cashew nuts | Wheat, Raw sugar for refining, Fish, Machinery, Refined fuels |
Main ports and routes
Lagos (Apapa, Tin Can, Lekki), Onne, Port Harcourt.
Check before you tradeFake fuel and urea offers often use Nigerian names. Verify any NNPC or refinery allocation directly with the company.
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TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026