Nigerian manufacturing in progress 🇳🇬 — We’re redesigning the Mbariket Hand-Carved Walking Canes right in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, crafted from the finest red mahogany wood. Precision-built for U.S. consumers who value authenticity, quality, and craftsmanship.

Looking to buy or source premium Red Mahogany wood in Nigeria? Red Mahogany is the top choice for artists and sculptors, prized for its rich color, strength, and smooth grain. Perfect for exporters, artisans, and investors in search of authentic, high-grade Nigerian hardwood ready for global art markets. Mbariket | Powering U.S.—Nigeria Exports & Investments https://mbariket.com

Nigeria’s export potential is massive — but growth requires structure, standards, and strategy. In this live session, I’ll share my 10-Point Journey for improving Nigerian exports — a roadmap that covers everything from sourcing and quality management to branding, logistics, compliance, and capital access. Whether you’re an exporter, investor, or policymaker, this session will equip you with practical insights to strengthen Nigeria’s global trade competitiveness. Join live, ask questions, and take actionable steps toward building a sustainable export business. Friday: October 17, 2025 Time: 10 AM Pacific | 6 PM Nigeria YouTube Link 🌍 Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports & Investments www.mbariket.com | 🎥 YouTube: Mbariket Live | 💬 Telegram: @Mbariket

Nigeria’s food exports face two core barriers: logistics and payment terms. Weak road networks and congested ports raise costs and delays, while nearly 90% of farmers demand cash upfront against importers who expect credit terms. Yet the opportunities remain strong — with sesame seeds, cocoa beans, and cashew nuts positioned to compete globally if these gaps are closed. Mbariket | U.S.–Nigeria Exports

Arrived at the International Baking Industry Expo (IBIE) 2025 in Las Vegas — the largest grain-based foods / baking expo in the Western Hemisphere. Connecting with suppliers, innovators & brands while sourcing U.S. food products to export to Nigeria in 2026.

When most people think of exports, commodities like oil, cocoa, or cashews come to mind. But sometimes, the biggest opportunities hide in small, everyday items. Take coffee stirring sticks, a product used daily in coffee shops, offices, hotels, and airlines across the United States. With plastic bans spreading across U.S. states, demand for wooden and bamboo stirrers is surging, creating a profitable opening for Nigerian exporters. Coffee stirrers are simple, high-volume consumables. In 2025, U.S. coffee and snack shops generated nearly $73 billion in revenue across more than 90,000 businesses. Every one of those cafés, plus thousands of hotels and offices, needs a steady supply of stirrers. With millions of cups of coffee sold daily, this is a market that consumes and replenishes fast. Plastic stirrers are being phased out in favor of eco-friendly alternatives. This gives wood and bamboo a natural advantage. For Nigerian producers, raw materials like Gmelina wood and bamboo are abundant, renewable, and well-suited for manufacturing smooth, splinter-free stirrers. By leaning into “Plastic-Free, Made in Nigeria” branding, exporters can differentiate themselves while meeting U.S. buyers’ sustainability requirements. Breaking into the U.S. market means clearing compliance hurdles. Nigerian exporters will need to provide Lacey Act declarations on wood species and origin, use ISPM-15 treated pallets to prevent pest contamination, and ensure products are FDA food-contact compliant since stirrers touch beverages directly. Offering credible sustainability certifications like FSC or PEFC can also open doors to large chains. Meeting these standards upfront builds trust and prevents costly delays at U.S. ports. The U.S. stirrer market can be tapped through several channels, including foodservice distributors who supply cafés and restaurants, coffee chains both national and regional, online B2B platforms like Amazon Business, and private label programs where exporters produce stirrers under a distributor’s or chain’s brand. Packaging plays an important role too. One thousand sticks per bag, ten bags per carton, with clear country-of-origin labeling and eco-friendly claims make the product buyer-friendly. With efficient sourcing and production, stirrers can be manufactured in Nigeria at competitive costs. By the time they land in U.S. warehouses, they can still be priced well below retail, allowing healthy margins for both importers and distributors. At scale, Nigerian exporters could become credible suppliers to U.S. chains eager for reliable, sustainable alternatives. Nigeria does not have to limit itself to big-ticket exports. Everyday products like coffee stirrers, driven by plastic bans, rising coffee culture, and sustainability demands, represent a scalable, profitable niche. With the right compliance, packaging, and partnerships, Nigerian entrepreneurs can turn a simple stir stick into a global success story. Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports Driving $100M in export revenue by 2028

📢 Mbariket Export Conference 2026 📍 Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, Nigeria 📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026 🔥 Meet Rich Mbariket in-person for a full day of U.S.—Nigeria export compliance, risk mitigation, product and packaging feedback, and growth strategies. ⚡ Only 40 seats available 💵 Registration: ₦100,000 👉 Register now and secure your seat today: https://mbariket.com/conference Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports Driving $100M in export revenue by 2028 🌐 https://mbariket.com | WhatsApp: +1-702-201-8311

📊 Walmart Marketplace Summit Report: Top Selling Categories & What Nigeria Can Export At the 2025 Walmart Seller Summit, Walmart revealed the top-selling categories driving growth on its Marketplace. 🚀 Key Growth Categories 1️⃣ Laptops, Tablets, TVs – Tech upgrades dominate. 2️⃣ Emergency Backup Generators & Relief Products – Preparedness fuels steady demand. 3️⃣ Disposal Tableware, Breakroom Supplies & Shelf-stable Foods – Convenience + bulk buying. 4️⃣ Office & Home Furniture – Hybrid work drives upgrades. 5️⃣ Commercial & Industrial Cleaning Supplies – Essential, repeat-purchase category. 6️⃣ Office Supplies & Storage Solutions – Recurring demand from businesses & schools. 🇳🇬 What Nigeria Can Export ✅ Spices, Edible Oils & Nuts – Spices/seasonings, sesame, cashews, cocoa, groundnut oil, and palm oil fit Walmart’s shelf-stable demand. ✅ Disposal Tableware & Breakroom Supplies – Nigeria’s plastics/paper industries can supply cups, plates, cutlery. ✅ Office & Home Furniture – Timber & furniture hubs (Ikeja, Aba, Benin City) can export affordable, stylish furniture. ✅ Cleaning Supplies – Nigeria produces soaps, detergents, disinfectants, and bleach at scale (Unilever, PZ Cussons, Dangote Chemicals, SMEs). ✅ Office Supplies & Storage – Nigeria’s plastics/light manufacturing can produce filing boxes, bins, paper products, shelving. ⚠️ Tech Products – Not realistic yet due to limited electronics manufacturing. Nigeria should focus on food, furniture, cleaning products, and disposables where it has raw material and production strength. 🔑 Export Takeaway Nigeria doesn’t need to compete in every Walmart growth category. By focusing on spices, oils, nuts, furniture, cleaning products, and disposables, Nigeria can carve out a strong Walmart Marketplace presence and rapidly scale exports. Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports Driving $100M in export revenue by 2028

There’s virtually no competition for African products on Walmart.com — while China already has a heavy presence here. This opens a massive opportunity for Nigerian manufacturers to develop products tailored for Walmart Marketplace. The next move is clear: connect with existing Walmart sellers and start promoting your products today. Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports Driving $100M in export revenue by 2028 Home2

African Manufacturers: Want Bigger Export Deals? Start with ISO 9001 Certification. If you’re an African manufacturer serious about competing globally, you must meet international standards. One of the most important is ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems). Buyers in the U.S. and Europe demand this certification before signing contracts. Without it, you’re automatically at a disadvantage. ISO 9001 proves your factory can consistently deliver reliable, compliant products. It also streamlines operations, cuts waste, and reduces costs — giving you both efficiency and credibility. Here’s the truth: without ISO 9001, you’ll keep losing opportunities to competitors in China, India, and elsewhere who already have it. If you want bigger deals and real export growth, this certification is non-negotiable. Mbariket | 10x U.S.—Nigeria Exports 🎯 Scaling to $100M in export revenue by 2028 🌐 https://mbariket.com