Alliance Warns FG Against Shea Sector Ban Without Clarity

Alliance Economic Research Ethics has cautioned the Nigerian government against hastily implementing a ban on raw shea nut exports, warning of potential threats to investments and livelihoods. The organization praised the government's focus on local processing and value addition in the shea industry but expressed concerns about the lack of stakeholder consultation and transition measures.

The Alliance emphasized the need for clear communication and phased rollout of the export ban to prevent disruptions and protect smallholder farmers. They urged the government to avoid jeopardizing the billion-dollar shea industry and to consider the implications of sudden policy shifts on investors and livelihoods.