Electric buses imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported electric buses worth $4.4 million (621 tonnes). Value rose 101% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 188% 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 | $4.4M | 621 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 250 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 588 t |
| 2020 | $232K | 22 t |
| 2019 | $1K | - |
| 2018 | $8K | 0 t |
Where Nigeria imports electric buses from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+305% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 97% |
| Japan | $39K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $25K | 0.6% |
| United States | $21K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $13K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $11K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $9K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.00 per kg, 70% below the world average of $23.68, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 electric buses imports (HS 8702.40): 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 8702.40: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only electric motor for propulsion, new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of electric buses imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported electric buses worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 621 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 140 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 101% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric buses to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Japan (1%) and Belgium (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric buses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.00 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $23.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric buses to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8 thousand in 2018 to $4.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric buses?
The HS code for electric buses is subheading 8702.40. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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