Nigeria: Market for Lamb and Sheep Meat 2025

Market Size for Lamb and Sheep Meat in Nigeria

The Nigerien lamb and sheep meat market expanded slightly to $X in 2021, with an increase of 4.3% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Production of Lamb and Sheep Meat in Nigeria

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat production rose to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 8.8%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

The average yield of lamb and sheep meat in Nigeria contracted slightly to X kg per head in 2021, standing approx. at 2020. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 9%. Over the period under review, the average lamb and sheep meat yield attained the maximum level at X kg per head in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the yield remained at a lower figure.

The number of animals slaughtered for lamb and sheep meat production in Nigeria stood at X heads in 2021, growing by 2.2% against the previous year's figure. This number increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 7% against the previous year. The number of animals slaughtered for lamb and sheep meat production peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports of Lamb and Sheep Meat

Exports from Nigeria

In 2020, lamb and sheep meat exports from Nigeria totaled X kg, standing approx. at 2019 figures. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 182% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat exports totaled $X in 2020. In general, exports faced a precipitous slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 572%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Cote d'Ivoire (X kg) was the main destination for lamb and sheep meat exports from Nigeria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Cote d'Ivoire stood at -38.7%.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cote d'Ivoire stood at -29.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average lamb and sheep meat export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 138% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Cote d'Ivoire.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cote d'Ivoire amounted to +15.3% per year.

Imports of Lamb and Sheep Meat

Imports into Nigeria

In 2021, approx. X tons of lamb and sheep meat were imported into Nigeria; with an increase of 261% against the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a remarkable increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of lamb and sheep meat to Nigeria, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, lamb and sheep meat imports from South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from South Africa totaled +26.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-0.9% per year) and the Netherlands (-3.1% per year).

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lamb and sheep meat to Nigeria, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 6.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa totaled +28.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-2.9% per year) and the Netherlands (-6.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lamb and sheep meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 28%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lebanon (+75.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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