Nigeria and UAE Just Hit a $5bn Trade Milestone — Here's What Changed**

Nigeria and UAE Just Hit a $5bn Trade Milestone — Here's What Changed** Nigeria's economic relationship with the United Arab Emirates has reached a significant milestone. Bilateral trade between Nigeria and the UAE rose to **about $5 billion in 2025**, representing a substantial increase from the previous year. Official UAE information puts Nigeria-UAE non-oil trade at approximately **$4.9 billion in 2025**, highlighting the growing importance of commercial ties between the two countries. The relationship covers areas including trade, investment, finance, logistics and other economic activities. The increase comes as both countries continue efforts to deepen their economic partnership. For Nigeria, stronger trade and investment relationships could create opportunities for businesses looking to access international markets and attract foreign capital. The UAE has also become an important commercial hub for Nigerian businesses operating across the Middle East and beyond. The next question is whether the current momentum can push bilateral trade even higher in the coming years. **For Nigerian businesses, the growing UAE relationship could create new opportunities — but also greater competition.**