By Kingsley Benson
The Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM Bank) has called for stronger trade finance, value chain integration and sustainable export strategies to unlock Nigeria’s non-oil export potential and improve the global competitiveness of local businesses.
The bank made this known at the Globus Export Summit 2026, themed ‘Export Intelligence, Digital Trade Revolution and Sustainable Export Growth’.
Representing the Managing Director and Chief Executive, Mr. Abba Bello, Daniella Jarikre-Ikazoboh delivered the keynote address on ‘Advancing Nigeria’s Export Potential – Trade Finance, Forward Integration, and Sustainable Non-Oil Growth’.
The address highlighted the role of trade finance and forward integration in helping Nigerian businesses move beyond exporting raw commodities to capturing greater value across production and processing chains.
NEXIM Bank was also represented by Mohammed Z. Awami, who participated in a panel session titled ‘Financing at the Factory and the Field – Unlocking Supply Chain Liquidity, Agritech Alliance & Industrial Value Addition’.
The discussion examined ways to improve access to finance, strengthen supply chains, expand agritech partnerships and promote industrial value addition.
Through its participation, NEXIM Bank reiterated its commitment to developing financing solutions and strategic partnerships that support exporters, expand non-oil trade and contribute to sustainable economic growth.
The discussions reflect key challenges facing Nigeria’s export sector, where access to affordable finance, limited processing capacity and supply chain constraints can restrict the ability of businesses to compete in international markets.
