Nigeria’s Federal Government Sets November 2026 Deadline for MDAs to Eliminate Export Barriers

The Federal Government has instructed all ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to remove regulatory and bureaucratic barriers that hinder Nigerian exports by November 2026. The removal effort will be coordinated through the National Single Window system, a platform designed to streamline customs and trade procedures. MDAs are expected to identify and eliminate obstacles that delay export clearance, reduce paperwork, and lower transaction costs. The deadline signals a push to improve Nigeria’s export competitiveness and to align the country’s trade processes with international best practices. Compliance will be monitored by the government, with potential penalties for non‑compliance.