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From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja
The Chinese Government has said that Shanghai Customs has facilitated 7,436 consignments worth over RMB4.3 billion since its zero-tariff policy for Nigeria and other African countries took effect on 1 May 2026.
The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria stated this in a post on X.
The Embassy of China in Nigeria also said a total amount of RMB400 million was the amount of tax removed.
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“Six months after China rolled out zero-tariff treatment for goods from 53 African diplomatic partners, Shanghai Customs has facilitated 7,436 consignments worth over RMB 4.3 billion, of which RMB 400 million was the amount of tax removed,” the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria said.
The Chinese Embassy also said African fruits, farm and mineral products were flowing into China via Shanghai port.
“Fruit imports alone hit RMB 740 million under this policy,” the Chinese Government further said.
