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U.S. Nigerian Crude Imports Plummet 47% in January

3/31/2026

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U.S. imports of Nigerian crude oil fell 47.16% in January 2026, to 1.664 million barrels.
The share of U.S. crude imports from Nigeria fell to 0.88%.
The value declined to $115.99 million.
Angola and Ghana gained market share, with Angola exporting 2.062 million barrels in January 2026.
The U.S. trade surplus with Nigeria widened to $419 million in January 2026, up from $84 million.

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U.S. imports of Nigerian crude oil fell 47.16% in January 2026, to 1.664 million barrels.
The share of U.S. crude imports from Nigeria fell to 0.88%.
The value declined to $115.99 million.
Angola and Ghana gained market share, with Angola exporting 2.062 million barrels in January 2026.
The U.S. trade surplus with Nigeria widened to $419 million in January 2026, up from $84 million.