About AfCFTA-Nigeria

Welcome to the AfCFTA-Nigeria Trade Portal, your gateway to the dynamic world of trade within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In an era where trade information is dispersed across various government departments and independent trade organizations, our portal emerges as a vital resource designed to streamline and centralize crucial trade information, processes, and procedures tailored to AfCFTA.

Executive Secretary, National Action Committee on African Continental Free Trade Area

Olusegun Awolowo is the scion of the late sage Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a renowned Nigerian nationalist and statesman. Widely known for his reconstruction and modernization of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) as the immediate past Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Awolowo is the innovator and ground breaker for the Zero Oil Plan initiative. An economic blueprint which synthesizes into the grand scheme of the Federal Government of Nigeria’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) to diversify Nigeria’s economy from the backbone of oil. Through the efforts of the NEPC, Olusegun Awolowo has overseen the appropriation of numerous Small and Medium Enterprises. 

Why Choose the AfCFTA-Nigeria Trade Portal?

The African Continental Free Trade Area is nothing short of a game-changer, presenting an expansive marketplace spanning 54 diverse nations, with a combined GDP of an impressive US$3.2 trillion. For Nigerian businesses aiming to seize the boundless opportunities within this thriving ecosystem, ambition alone won’t suffice. Success demands a deep understanding of the trade dynamics, regulations, and market dynamics. The AfCFTA-Nigeria Trade Portal is strategically crafted to empower Nigerian regulators, businesses, and researchers with the knowledge needed to thrive in the AfCFTA landscape. Here’s how we do it.

Real-Time Data

We provide you with the latest trade data, ensuring you're always in tune with AfCFTA trends, opportunities, and market access conditions.

One-Stop Information Hub

Our portal consolidates all the essential information required to kickstart an import or export venture. From registration to certification, rules of origin to transit procedures, we have you covered.

Product Insights

We offer in-depth information on priority goods, including rules of origin, certificate of origin, HS codes, and more. You can access all the essential details about your chosen product or service in one convenient location.

Community Engagement

The AfCFTA-Nigeria Trade Portal isn't merely a data repository; it's a lively social platform where AfCFTA enthusiasts and advocates exchange valuable insights and ideas, fostering a collaborative spirit.

Enhanced Information Access

Beyond gathering trade data, we facilitate its efficient distribution. This encourages seamless collaboration between agencies, regions, and domestically, ensuring a smooth AfCFTA experience.

Our mission is to empower Nigerian businesses to thrive in the AfCFTA marketplace by simplifying trade complexities, providing unmatched access to vital information, and cultivating a supportive community of trade enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a researcher in search of insights, the AfCFTA-Nigeria Trade Portal is your indispensable companion on your AfCFTA journey.

Mission & Vision

The National Action Committee on the implementation of the AfCFTA was inaugurated to fulfill a critical mandate: coordinating various Ministries, Agencies, and Departments (MDAs) along with stakeholder groups to execute projects, policies, and programs aimed at realizing the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for Nigeria.

Mission

Through stakeholder consultation and building on the national development objectives, Nigeria defined its AfCFTA mission to capture 10% of Africa’s global imports and double her export revenue by 2035.

 

Goals

The strategy to achieve the AfCFTA mission is anchored on eight pillars. These pillars and their associated goals are as follows:

Pillar One: Productive Capacity

To grow our capacity to produce and export competitively to Africa, focusing on specific value chains.

Pillar Two:  Trade Facilitation

Become best in class in Africa in terms of time and cost of intra-Africa trade transactions through effective trade facilitation measures.

Pillar Three – Trade Policy

Mainstream AfCFTA in Nigeria’s trade policy framework to facilitate access to African markets for Nigerian products, services, and investments, incentivize exports while safeguarding our intellectual assets, businesses, and economy from unfair trade practices.
Pillar Four – Trade Related Infrastructure
Leverage innovative means to facilitate the provision of critical energy, logistics, and digital infrastructure for industrialization and trade.

Pillar Five – Trade Finance

Facilitate access to funds and financial instruments and pursue the harmonization of regional regulatory and risk management frameworks to broaden financial opportunities that enable cross-border trade and investment across the continent.

Pillar Six – Trade Information

Bridge the gap in trade information which has stymied yield or value to businesses across the production and trade lifecycle.

Pillar Seven – Factor Market Integration

Focus on improving the mobility of Nigerian natural, corporate persons, and skills across Africa.

Pillar Eight – Institutional Coordination

Institutionalize AfCFTA implementation for sustainable success over the long term to suit the complexity, criticality, and urgency of the program.

Key Stakeholder

This is a comprehensive list of key stakeholders involved in various sectors, encompassing government ministries, agencies, industry associations, and organisations, all contributing to the export and import process in Nigeria.

Focal Contacts

SM Tanto

SM Tanto

Software Engineer

Department: Plant Quarantine | MDA: Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Services (NAQS) | Contact: 07056893124, contact@naqs.gov.ng; Senyamba.tanto@naqs.gov.ng

Engr. Olalekan Sunday OMONIY I, MNSE, AICMC

Engr. Olalekan Sunday OMONIY I, MNSE, AICMC

Assistant Director

Product Certification Department - SONCAP