Frequently Asked Questions

Below is a list of frequently asked questions about the U.S.- Nigeria Business Council, its membership benefits, and why you should join the premier organization connecting U.S. and Nigeria businesses. For more information, please contact our office in the United States by calling +1 844-244-4522, or in Nigeria at +234-1-634-0473 or email info@usnigeria.org

The U.S.- Nigeria Business Council (USNBC) was established to improve the mutual knowledge and understanding between the private sectors of the U.S. and Nigeria, and to promote trade and investment between the two countries. Today, the Council is recognized as a major U.S.-based bilateral business promotion entity working with Nigeria and American companies. With offices in Atlanta, Washington DC, Abuja and Lagos, and boasting a membership of leading American and Nigeria companies, the USNBC effectively utilizes its strong U.S. and Nigeria Government support and deep-seated market knowledge and contacts within Nigeria to accelerate the speed and ease of doing business across the two countries

Quite simply, we make business happen between the U.S. and Nigeria. We provide quality one-on-one business advice and support to U.S. and Nigeria companies that have the potential and commitment to develop and maintain new business relationships. Our scope of services is defined by the needs of the companies we serve and includes in-depth analysis of trade, economic and regulatory issues, visa facilitation, partner identification and qualification, and early relationship troubleshooting, among others. We also have a proven track record of successfully guiding U.S. firms with existing market share onward to greater market penetration and expanded business relationships in Nigeria. As a bilateral business organization, we also assist Nigerian companies with business in the U.S. We are always mindful that the success of any client we take on reflects directly on our capabilities and the skills of our Business Advisory Services (BAS) team and the USNBC, which is why we make it our number one priority to create optimal outcomes for them. We do not just facilitate business, we help companies steer the course.

U.S. companies seeking to enter the burgeoning Nigeria market or expand their existing market presence should become a member of the Trade Council. With billions of dollars’ worth of trade and investment opportunities in Nigeria, the USNTC provides U.S. members with business insight and analysis, access to high-level Nigeria Government officials and businessmen, and customized consulting services to advance our members’ market objectives.

Likewise, Nigeria companies looking to identify and connect with U.S. partners, better understand geographical or industrial submarkets, or identify key decision makers should join as a member. The USNBC consistently provides Nigeria members with market expansion assistance, facilitation of meetings, and identification of new regional partners to improve market penetration and, ultimately, success in the U.S. market.

Whether it is securing new customers, gaining valuable market intelligence, promoting your products and services, obtaining access to business opportunities, or improving exposure, the USNBC provides solutions and advisory services that allow companies to grow their business. Members receive a number of complimentary services, such as visa facilitation and consulting hours, and additional services at greatly reduced cost. Members also receive priority on all requests for research services, visa facilitation, and event invitations.

Through our business advisory services, trade missions, and event programs, the Trade Council can help generate several hundred million dollars in new business deals. From providing the most effective custom advisory services to offering market intelligence and arranging meetings with key decision-makers, the USNBC takes pride in ensuring that U.S. and Nigeria businesses succeed in their partner markets..

If you are interested in becoming a member, we request that you fill out a membership application. Once the application is completed, USNBC staff will contact you to further discuss what your business objectives in the U.S. or Nigeria market, how the USNBC can assist with these goals, and what membership package would be most appropriate. Membership is available to companies that are well-established in the market and positioned to conduct business internationally.