Nigeria’s urea export jumps 64% as Middle East conflict drives global shortage

Businessday | 12-06-2026 01:28am |

Nigeria experienced a significant increase in urea exports, which rose by 64 percent in the first quarter compared to the same period last year. This surge is attributed to a global shortage of urea, exacerbated by ongoing geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East. The rise in exports reflects Nigeria's growing role in the global fertilizer market amidst supply chain disruptions affecting other regions. The increase in production and export capacity has positioned Nigeria as a key player in meeting international demand for urea.

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