Nigeria-Germany Trade Relations Strengthen with €142M Imports & Trade Fair Spotlight

Nigeria and Germany are strengthening their bilateral economic relations, with a strong emphasis on trade, investment, and industrial cooperation.

Trade Performance in 2024

In November 2024 alone:
Nigeria exported goods worth €142 million to Germany.
Germany exported €84.6 million in goods to Nigeria.
This resulted in a €57.5 million trade deficit for Germany.

However, over the past five years, Nigeria’s exports to Germany have declined at an annualized rate of 5.83%, signaling the need for stronger trade incentives.

€40M Waste Management Contract: A Milestone in Nigeria-Germany Cooperation

Beyond trade figures, Nigeria has secured a €40 million export contract with two German organizations for:
Three waste treatment plants
Waste collection trucks

This agreement highlights Germany’s growing investment in Nigeria’s environmental and industrial sectors.

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Nigeria Agrofood, Plastprintpack 2025: Strengthening Trade & Innovation

To further enhance economic collaboration, Lagos will host the 10th edition of Nigeria Agrofood, Plastprintpack, a major trade fair from March 25 – 27, 2025.

Event Highlights

🌍 Over 15 countries showcasing innovations
🏢 100+ exhibitors, industry experts, and government representatives
🎖️ Germany honored as the Guest of Honour

The trade fair will feature cutting-edge technologies and solutions in:
Agro-processing, Food & beverage production, Plastics & packaging

This year’s event will also host national pavilions from:
Germany, China, The Netherlands, South Africa

Expanding Investment Opportunities in Nigeria

The Nigeria Agrofood, Plastprintpack 2025 fair is expected to attract:
Top decision-makers
Investors & business leaders
Industry experts exploring Nigeria’s market potential

Germany’s role as Guest of Honour further emphasizes the country’s long-term trade and investment interests in Nigeria.

With a growing emphasis on sustainable trade, industrial development, and international collaboration, Nigeria and Germany’s economic ties are set to flourish in 2025 and beyond.

Stay tuned for more updates on Nigeria-Germany trade relations!