NIGERIAN EXPORT PROMOTION COUNCIL ACT

An Act establishes the Nigerian Export Promotion Council to promote and develop non-oil exports in Nigeria. It targets exporters of goods and services and export-oriented businesses. This diversifies the export base and supports market development.

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) as the government body responsible for promoting, facilitating, and developing Nigeria's non-oil exports.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian exporters of non-oil goods and services Export-oriented businesses and farmers FIRS and Customs in administering export incentives International buyers of Nigerian products

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Diversify Nigeria's export base by promoting non-oil products, providing market development support, administering export incentives, and building export capacity among Nigerian businesses.

Key Features

Export Development: NEPC promotes Nigerian products in international markets through trade fairs, buyer-seller meetings, and trade missions. Incentive Administration: Administers the Export Expansion Grant and other export incentive schemes. Capacity Building: Provides training and technical assistance to Nigerian exporters. Market Intelligence: Publishes market reports on demand and opportunities for Nigerian exports abroad.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide non-oil export sector Beneficiaries: Nigerian exporters; economic diversification Funding: Federal Government appropriations

How to Access

Register with NEPC as an exporter Access market intelligence and trade events through NEPC Apply for Export Expansion Grant through NEPC Application method: Register and access services at https://www.nepc.gov.ng

Important Terms

NEPC registration is required to access export incentives EEG claims require verified export documentation NEPC also provides quality certification support for export-grade products

Official Resources

Website: https://www.nepc.gov.ng Contact: Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC)

Legal Framework

Enacted under Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Operates alongside the Export (Incentives and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act Cap E23 LFN 2004, the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission Act 1995, the Customs and Excise Management Act, and the WTO Agreement on Trade in Goods (including TBT and SPS agreements).