Nigeria

Market Overview

Total Population

224M

Muslim Population

108M (48%)

Halal Market Size

$30B

Market Growth (CAGR)

10.5%

GDP (USD)

$362B

Per Capita Halal Spend

$100-150

Ease of Business Rank

#131

Regulatory Framework

Halal Authority

NAFDAC (National Agency for Food & Drug Administration and Control)

Certification Required

No — Voluntary

Key Legislation

NAFDAC Act; Nigeria National Halal Economy Strategy 2024

Import Requirements

NAFDAC registration required; halal certificate from recognized body for meat

Labeling Requirements

NAFDAC registration + halal claim if certified

Industry

Trade Intelligence

Top Halal Exports

Halal meat, sesame seeds, ginger, cocoa, shea butter (to Arab markets)

Top Halal Imports

Wheat, rice, poultry, processed food

Government Incentives

National Halal Economy Strategy (projects $1.5B GDP addition by 2027); OIC membership benefits

Consumer Insights

Halal Awareness

High in North, Medium in South

Per Capita Halal Spend

$100-150

Dining Scene

Widespread in Northern states; Moderate in South

Halal Food Availability

Widespread in North; Moderate in South

Events in Nigeria

Companies in Nigeria

Halal Certifiers in Nigeria

Market Statistics

Official Authority

NAFDAC (National Agency for Food & Drug Administration and Control)