Nigeria’s non-oil exports rose to $6.1 billion in 2025, representing an 11.5 per cent increase compared to the previous year, reflecting ongoing efforts to diversify the economy and reduce dependence on crude oil revenues.

The growth was driven largely by improved performance in agricultural commodities, manufactured goods, and solid minerals, supported by trade facilitation reforms, export expansion programmes, and increased engagement with regional and international markets. Stakeholders attributed the performance to improved export financing, port process reforms, and growing participation of small and medium-scale enterprises in non-oil trade.

Officials said the upward trend underscores the impact of the Federal Government’s economic diversification agenda, noting that sustained policy consistency, infrastructure development, and value-chain expansion would be critical to maintaining momentum and boosting foreign exchange earnings from non-oil sources.