ProvidusUnity Bank has intensified its efforts to strengthen non-oil export competitiveness and unlock alternatives for Nigerian companies within the worldwide market.
The financial institution reaffirmed this dedication to the expansion of SMEs throughout its fifth version of Non-Oil Export Business Forum in Kano with over 200 exporters, trade associations and authorities establishments in attendance.
The financial institution’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Walter Akpani, represented by its Treasurer, Enyinnaya Akagha, stated the financial institution stays dedicated to the expansion of Nigeria’s non-oil export sector by stronger stakeholder collaboration and revolutionary commerce options.
“Nigeria’s non-oil export sector presents a major alternative to diversify the economic system, strengthen international change earnings and create sustainable enterprise development. Realising this potential requires stronger collaboration throughout the export worth chain and monetary options that reply to the realities of exporters.
“As a Future Forward bank, ProvidusUnity Bank is committed to providing responsive, seamless and innovative trade solutions that help businesses overcome operational challenges, access new markets and scale internationally. By working closely with exporters, industry associations and regulators, we aim to contribute to a more competitive and resilient export ecosystem,” he stated.
Abdullahi Maidoya Yakubu, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dawanau International Market Limited, stated the discussion board was essential to unlocking northern Nigeria’s export potential.
“The region has significant opportunities in agricultural commodities and other exportable products. By connecting exporters with financial institutions, regulators and industry experts, initiatives like this can help businesses overcome barriers, access new markets, increase export volumes and translate the region’s productive capacity into greater economic value,” he stated.
Dr. Abiodun Ariyo, Group Head of Global Trade and Structured Finance at ProvidusUnity Bank, whose workforce organised the discussion board, stated the initiative was designed to attach exporters with the data, partnerships and help required to compete successfully in world markets.
“Building a competitive non-oil export sector requires more than access to international markets. Exporters need appropriate financing, efficient trade processes, regulatory clarity and the capacity to meet global standards. By bringing key stakeholders together, this forum creates an opportunity to address these needs and identify practical pathways for sustainable export growth,” Ariyo stated.
Participants included representatives of the Kano Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Dawanau Market Association and the Association of Sesame Farmers, alongside agribusiness operators, producers, leather-based and tannery companies and commodity merchants.
Government and regulatory establishments represented included the Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigerian Customs Service and Nigerian Export-Import Bank.
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