Ammunition and munitions imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ammunition and munitions by Nigeria reached $30.7 million in 2024 (242 tonnes). Value fell 48% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $59.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.7M | 242 t |
| 2023 | $59.6M | 345 t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 415 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 30 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 41 t |
| 2019 | $282K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 30 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 356 t |
Where Nigeria imports ammunition and munitions from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $29.1M | 95% |
| Turkey | $614K | 2% |
| United States | $562K | 1.8% |
| China | $353K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $82K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0% |
| Germany | $4K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $4K | 0% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9306
| 9306.90 | Ammunition (other) | 91% |
| 9306.30 | Small arms ammunition | 5% |
| 9306.21 | Shotgun ammunition | 2.7% |
| 9306.29 | Shotgun cartridge parts | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $127.26 per kg, 212% above the world average of $40.83. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9306: Bombs, grenades, torpedoes, mines, missiles and similar munitions of war and parts thereof; cartridges and other ammunition, projectiles and parts thereof, including shot and cartridge wads.
Common questions
What is the value of ammunition and munitions imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported ammunition and munitions worth $30.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 242 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply ammunition and munitions to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($29.1 million), followed by Turkey (2%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 12 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of ammunition and munitions per kg?
The average declared import value was about $127.26 per kg in 2024, 212% above the world average of $40.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ammunition and munitions to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $30.7 million in 2024, an increase of 456%. The peak was 2023 at $59.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ammunition and munitions?
The HS code for ammunition and munitions is heading 9306. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 9306.90 (91% of the value) and 9306.30 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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