US upset over import ban on 25 agricultural, pharmaceutical goods by Nigerian govt
The United States Trade Representative, USTR, has fumed over the restriction placed on importation of 25 categories of goods by the Nigerian government.
USTR in a post on its X handle, said that the restrictions have limited market access for exporters in America.
The United States agency said Nigeria’s import ban on beverages, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and other goods created trade barrier.
Our correspondent recalls that the Nigerian government had in 2016 implemented the ban on the 25 agricultural and pharmaceutical items as part of efforts to boost local production.
Former President, Muhammadu Buhari approved the ban on importation of poultry, refined vegetable oil, pork, sugar, spaghetti, cocoa products, beer, and certain medicines to boost homemade products.
Other items banned by the Nigerian Government include, bagged cement, soaps and detergents, rethreaded and used pneumatic tyres, mosquito repellant coils, vouchers and recharge cards.
The USTR argued that the restrictions have impacted negatively in US exporters by reducing business opportunities, leading to lost revenue.
“Nigeria’s import ban on 25 different product categories impacts US exporters, particularly in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, beverages, and consumer goods.
“These policies create significant trade barriers that lead to lost revenue for US businesses looking to expand in the Nigerian market.”
