Why Engage with the EU?

The European Union stands as one of Nigeria’s most valuable trade and development partners. Through EUNAP, Nigerian agribusinesses gain structured access to the EU’s expansive market, trusted regulatory environment, and growing investment ecosystem. Below are six compelling reasons why doing business with the EU is a strategic move for any forward-looking agribusiness.

Access to a High-Value Market

The EU is home to over 450 million consumers with rising demand for traceable, sustainable, and high-quality agricultural products.

Access to a High-Value Market

Preferential Trade Agreements

Nigerian exporters benefit from preferential access under agreements like the EU’s Everything But Arms (EBA) and GSP frameworks.

Preferential Trade Agreements

Support for Standards & Compliance

The EU promotes high product and environmental standards, offering Nigerian agribusinesses access to technical support and training to meet them.

Support for Standards & Compliance

Growing Investment Appetite

European investors and development finance institutions are actively seeking to support scalable agribusiness ventures across Nigeria.

Growing Investment Appetite

Innovation & Technology Exchange

EU–Nigeria trade opens doors to modern farming tools, agritech solutions, processing equipment, and climate-smart innovations.

Innovation & Technology Exchange

Strong Institutional Partnerships

The EU maintains deep collaboration with Nigerian ministries, chambers of commerce, and regional blocs to strengthen business environments.

Strong Institutional Partnerships

What You Can Do Through EUNAP

EUNAP provides the platform, tools, and connections to help you:

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    Export your agribusiness products to EU markets
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    Import quality agricultural technologies and products from Europe
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    Find European investors, trade partners, and advisors
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    Access logistics and trade facilitation services
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    Align with EU environmental and sustainability standards (e.g. Green Deal)

Need Help Doing Business with the EU?

Our Advisory Centre is here to support you with:

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    Regulatory guidance
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    Standards and certification navigation
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    Partner identification and matchmaking
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    Access logistics and trade facilitation services
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    Investment readiness and documentation