Media Volunteers (TMV) has attributed the significant rise in Nigeria’s non-oil export earnings in the first quarter of 2026 to the economic reforms introduced by the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a statement signed by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group expressed confidence that the positive trend would be sustained in the coming months.
TMV noted that recent data released by the Nigeria Customs Service showed strong growth in export earnings, cargo movement, and revenue generation, describing it as evidence of improved trade performance under the current administration.
According to the group, non-oil export value rose by 38.68 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the corresponding period in 2025, reflecting what it described as the success of the Federal Government’s economic diversification drive.
The statement further revealed that export logistics also improved significantly within the period under review, with total containers handled increasing from 9,722 in Q1 2025 to 19,014 in Q1 2026, representing a 95.58 percent increase.
TMV disclosed that exports processed during the period were valued at $925.84 million, attributing the growth to reforms in port operations, customs procedures, and other trade facilitation measures introduced by the government.
The group also linked the increase in export activities to improved performance in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors as Nigeria intensifies efforts to reduce dependence on crude oil revenue.
While commending the Federal Government for the reforms, TMV stressed the need for sustained infrastructure upgrades, policy consistency, and improved access to international markets to maintain the momentum.
The group also urged newly appointed ambassadors to leverage their diplomatic positions to attract foreign investment and open up export opportunities for Nigerian goods and services across global markets.