In the past decade, Nigeria has exported ₦123 trillion worth of crude oil

Between 2013 and 2022, Nigeria exported crude oil worth ₦123 trillion, with yearly figures ranging from ₦6.8 trillion to ₦21.1 trillion, and the highest (₦21.1 trillion) recorded in 2022. This chart shows the annual values.

Source:

National Bureau of Statistics

Period:

2013 - 2022
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Key Takeaways:
  • Petroleum products (crude oil and other oil products) dominated Nigeria's export landscape in 2024, accounting for 88.26% of total export value.
  • Agricultural exports contributed 5.73% to export value, despite Nigeria's significant agricultural potential.
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  • Nigeria’s total export value reached ₦77.44 trillion in 2024 from ₦35.96 trillion in 2023.
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  • The top five imported products account for 32.28% of Nigeria’s global imports.
  • The top ten exports represent over 95% of Nigeria’s total export value.
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