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Non-oil exporters dialogue on accessing finance (Forum 2)
This event report summarises the second of a series of forums aimed at improving access to finance for non-oil exporters in Nigeria. It explores the challenges and opportunities in financing exports as well as the stakeholder actions required to develop non-oil exports in Nigeria.
Non-oil exporters dialogue (Forum 1)
This event report summarises a non-oil exporters dialogue to discuss the findings of a study on exporter experience, the challenges exporters face in their day-to-day engagement with export processes and procedures, and areas of opportunity for growth of the non-oil export sector.
Diversification and Non-Oil Export Opportunities for Nigeria States Post-COVID19
This report presents a market analysis of the 22 identified products of the Zero-oil initiative providing a comprehensive analysis on the export potentials, key markets, existing value chain, and quality requirements of six (6) key products namely; Soya, sugar, rubber, leather, cocoa beans, and ginder.
Made in Aba Cluster Mapping Report
This study was carried out in 2018 and documents the factors and unique characteristics that led to the formation, growth, and relative success of the Aba cluster and gives clarity on the constraints businesses in the cluster face. Contained in this report are recommendations for increasing productivity in the cluster and in Nigeria in general using Aba as a case study. The information contained in this report will be of use to both private and public sector organizations seeking to contribute to the growth of the Aba garment and leather goods clusters.
Nigeria Diaspora Study
This study was conducted to understand the potential to engage the diaspora in order to generate productive investments and resources for development in Nigeria. Dalberg looked at three models of engagement, focusing primarily on the first two: (i) remittances from the diaspora to Nigeria, (ii) direct investments into Nigeria made by the diaspora, and (iii) the diaspora’s promotion of investment in Nigeria.
Policy Brief: Mapping of Exporter Experience in Non-Oil Export Sector in Nigeria
Business environment reform is a key driver of economic diversification and inclusive growth. The Nigerian government took a decisive step in this direction by rolling out executive orders (EOs) on ease of doing business on 18 May 2017. The Orders were targeted at repositioning Nigeria in the global non-oil economy through the improved capacity for competitive non-oil export. Against this background, PDF II funded a mapping of non-oil exporters was carried out and deliberately focused on MSMEs due to their importance to the government’s efforts to diversify the productive base of the economy.
Comparative assessment of tariffs/costs at ports along the West Africa coast
This report presents a comparative assessment of the tariffs/costs at ports along the West African coast, providing a series of recommendations designed to increase the efficiency and competitiveness of Nigerian ports.
Analysis of the Potentials of Nigeria’s Services Sector for Economic Diversification, Employment, and Foreign Trade.
A roundtable event on the potentials of exporting the services sector in Nigeria. At the Roundtable, it was noted that among business owners and exporters, there is little understanding of what services export entails. Many businesses engage in service exports but are not aware of this. Understanding the four modes of services – Cross border trade, Consumption abroad, Commercial presence, and Presence of natural persons – is important for business growth. To achieve this, stakeholders including the NEPC will need to conduct capacity building and sensitisation workshops for exporters, working with relevant business associations.
Unlocking the potential of franchising in Nigeria: a snapshot of the market place participants
This event report describes the businesses that showcased their franchise business modules at a workshop to explore the potential of franchising in Nigeria.
Easy steps to register your business in Nigeria (Corporate Affairs Commission)
This information leaflet uses diagrams to explain the various processes businesses have to follow in order to export goods from Nigeria.
