Nigeria Bans Importation of Cement and Poultry Products

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a ban on the importation of 17 items, including cement, poultry products, and several agricultural goods, as part of a revised import prohibition list. This ban is outlined in a circular signed by the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, dated April 1, 2026.

The new measures are part of the 2026 fiscal policy framework, which amends the tariff regulations from the 2023 policy. The government has granted a 90-day grace period for transactions that have already been initiated before the policy takes effect.

The prohibited items include live and frozen poultry, beef, pork products, bird eggs (with some exceptions), refined vegetable oil, sugar, cocoa products, and various medical and household goods. Additionally, the government will introduce a two percent green tax surcharge on motor vehicles with engine capacities ranging from 2009cc and above, specifically for those above 4000cc.

These fiscal measures have been officially published in the Federal Government Gazette.