Nigeria Sets Sights on Dominating the Booming Halal Economy

The Nigerian Federal Government is poised to tap into the lucrative global Halal market, which is valued at a staggering seven trillion dollars. The country has formulated a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on its position as the eighth-largest domestic Halal economy globally.

Mr Aliyu Sheriff, Special Assistant to the President on Export Expansion, announced that the government will launch its new strategy on September 17. According to Sheriff, the project aims to position Nigeria as a leading player in the Halal economy, which meets Islamic standards of permissibility and embodies ethics, integrity, and universal values. The values resonate across cultures and regions, making the initiative a unique opportunity for global collaboration.

The comprehensive strategy will bring together government agencies, private sector leaders, and international partners to harness Nigeria’s potential in the Halal market. This move is expected to drive economic diversification, boost foreign exchange earnings, and achieve sustainable growth.

“Nigeria is poised to significantly benefit from the Halal economy,” Sheriff said. “By increasing our Halal exports and focusing on strategic import substitution, we project an addition of nearly 1.5 billion dollars to our GDP by 2027.”

This ambitious initiative is set to revolutionize Nigeria’s economic landscape, and its implications will be felt across the globe. As the Federal Government embarks on this new journey, the potential for growth, job creation, and international partnerships is vast. With the Nigerian government’s commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, the possibilities are endless.