The U.S. consistently leads Nigeria’s imports from the Americas, accounting for 57–73% in 13 years

The U.S. consistently leads Nigeria’s imports from the Americas, accounting for 57–73% between 2013 and 2025.
Brazil ranks second, with shares ranging between 11% and 24%, highlighting its steady trade ties with Nigeria.
During the period, the combined share of the U.S. and Brazil never fell below 76%, even at its lowest point in 2022.
Total imports from the Americas surged from ₦0.9 trillion in 2013 to a peak of ₦6.3 trillion in 2024.
Canada’s import share peaked at 16.4% in 2022, showing a rare moment of diversification.

Nigeria’s import relationship with countries across the Americas has been primarily shaped by two dominant players, the United States and Brazil. Over the last decade, these two countries have consistently accounted for a combined 76%- 90% of Nigeria’s total imports from the region. Even in 2022, when their joint share reached its lowest level, they still made up 76% of imports, underlining their lasting importance in Nigeria’s transatlantic trade. Total imports from the Americas grew from ₦0.9 trillion in 2013 to ₦6.3 trillion in 2024.

Source:

National Bureau of Statistics

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