FG Restricts 2026 Imports of Cement, Poultry Feed and Medicines to ECOWAS States

The federal government has expanded its import ban list under the 2026 fiscal policy. From April 1, 2026, goods from non-ECOWAS countries including cement, poultry products, live birds, pork, beef, eggs (except for breeding and research), refined vegetable oils, sugar, cocoa products, processed tomatoes, sweetened beverages, a wide range of medicines, fertilisers, soaps, packaging materials, steel items, glass bottles and ballpoint pen components will be prohibited. Importers with approved Form M or irrevocable trade deals before the deadline get a 90-day grace period to clear their goods under the old duty rates. New transactions entered after April 1 will incur updated import duties. This circular supersedes the 2023 framework and will be formally published in the Federal Government Gazette. The policy also introduces a two percent green tax on certain motor vehicles, signalling a shift toward environmental levies alongside stronger regional trade measures.

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