The United States (US) Mission in Nigeria has disclosed that Nigeria emerged as the leading African exporter of crude oil to the U.S. between January and August 2025.
According to a statement released on Tuesday via the official X handle of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, the country accounted for more than half of all African crude oil exports to the United States between January and August 2025.
The statement revealed that during this period, Nigeria shipped 33.23 million barrels of oil, valued at $2.57 billion.
The statement reads, “#DidYouKnow that Nigeria was the leading African exporter of crude oil to the United States between January and August 2025, shipping 33.23 million barrels worth $2.57 billion? That’s more than half of all African crude oil exports to the United States during that period.”
“Our strong trade ties create jobs and drive prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.”
TVC News previously reported that the United States Embassy in Nigeria has recognised five Nigerian content creators for outstanding entries in the ‘Made in America, Loved in Nigeria’ video contest, celebrating creativity while strengthening cultural and economic ties between both countries.
The winners were honoured on Wednesday in Abuja at an event organised by the US Consulate, aimed at showcasing the growing influence of Nigerian digital creators and the enduring partnership between Nigeria and the United States.
