Computer systems imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $21.7 million of computer systems in 2024 (134 tonnes). That is 111% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
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 | $21.7M | 134 t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 128 t |
| 2022 | $11.9M | 154 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 230 t |
| 2020 | $14.8M | 269 t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 306 t |
| 2018 | $16.0M | 189 t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 82 t |
Where Nigeria imports computer systems from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.7M | 68% |
| United States | $4.4M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $553K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $373K | 1.7% |
| Bahrain | $332K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $305K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $191K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $140K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $122K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $76K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $162.38 per kg, close to the world average of $167.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria computer systems imports (HS 8471.49): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported computer systems worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 134 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 111% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($14.7 million), followed by the United States (20%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $162.38 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $167.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer systems to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 268%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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