Imagine securing a contract with a European buyer, only to encounter a new question tucked into the fine print: what are the carbon emissions tied to delivering these goods? Just a few years ago, such inquiries were rare.
Nigerian ports saw a 12.3% increase in cargo throughput in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year, according to the Nigerian Ports Authority’s latest operational report.
Nigerian manufacturers are currently holding nearly ₦2 trillion worth of finished goods that remain unsold, according to the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria. Meanwhile, many production lines come to a halt each month, stalled by a lack of critical materials.
