Nigeria recorded a strong rise in non-oil export earnings in 2025, reaching N12.36 trillion between January and December, according to the latest Foreign Trade in Goods report released by the National Bureau of Statistics.
From the N9.09 trillion documented in 2024, the figure reflects a notable rise and signals ongoing momentum across industries beyond crude oil. As the nation continues to broaden its trade base, the latest data indicate rising export activity across agriculture, manufacturing, and mineral resources.
With several months surpassing the one trillion naira mark, monthly export data throughout the year demonstrated regular activity. While April and December also surpassed the one trillion mark, January and July both recorded N1.23 trillion, thereby underscoring consistent trade flows throughout the year.
While other industries, including food products, chemicals, vegetable goods, and manufactured goods, also contributed considerably to the total performance, The News Chronicle understands that mineral products accounted for the largest share of non-oil export profits.
Reflecting greater involvement across Nigeria’s industrial and resource sectors, further export categories, including cars, base metals, plastics, and machinery, generated significant income during the year.
Analysts claim the rise in non-oil exports is partly related to the weaker naira, which has made Nigerian products more competitive on international markets. The pattern suggests that the government should continue to diversify the economy and reduce reliance on oil revenues.
