Nigeria’s importation of goods from South Africa rose by 23.83 per cent to N155.26bn in the first quarter of 2026, during a period of escalating diplomatic tensions. Beyond politics, the numbers suggest trade between the countries has remained resilient as leaders call for calm, ARINZE NWAFOR reports
Nigeria’s imports from South Africa increased by 23.83 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, despite escalating diplomatic tensions sparked by fresh xenophobic attacks on Nigerians.
Recent foreign trade data revealed that Nigeria imported goods worth N155.26bn from South Africa in Q1 2026, up from N125.38bn recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.
The increase came amid worsening relations between Abuja and Pretoria following recent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, which have prompted the Federal Government to evacuate affected citizens and consider diplomatic measures against the Southern African nation.
Data from the National Bureau of Statistics indicated that South Africa remained
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