NAFDAC Aligns Systems Ahead of National Single Window Launch

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has begun aligning its digital platforms and operational procedures with the National Single Window (NSW) system ahead of its planned rollout.

The Federal Government is expected to launch the National Single Window for trade on March 27, 2026, as part of broader reforms aimed at modernising Nigeria’s trade and port operations through digital technology.

In a statement, the agency said the move was designed to ensure seamless integration into the new platform and improve regulatory efficiency in trade-related processes.

NAFDAC explained that the National Single Window is “a centralised digital platform that integrates all government agencies involved in import and export processes into a single electronic portal.”

According to the agency, the initiative will streamline trade procedures by allowing importers, exporters and government agencies to submit, process and obtain approvals for trade-related documentation through a unified electronic interface.

“Through this platform, traders will submit trade-related information once, and the data will be shared automatically with all relevant regulatory agencies for processing and approvals,” the statement said.

NAFDAC added that it is currently updating regulatory documentation and guidelines on its website to reflect integration with the new digital portal.

The agency said that it has made significant investments over the years in the digitisation of its regulatory processes, including the deployment of electronic platforms for product registration, permits, inspections and import and export clearances.

It said these initiatives had laid the foundation for seamless integration into the National Single Window framework.

NAFDAC further explained that the system would enhance transparency in regulatory processes, reduce duplication of procedures and minimise delays in cargo clearance, while supporting Nigeria’s commitment to improving the ease of doing business.

“The management of NAFDAC believes that the National Single Window represents a transformative step in Nigeria’s trade modernisation agenda,” the agency said.

The agency urged importers, exporters, manufacturers and other stakeholders involved in the trade of regulated products to familiarise themselves with the platform and comply with updated regulatory procedures that will accompany its implementation.

NAFDAC reiterated its commitment to protecting public health while supporting economic growth through efficient and technology-driven regulatory systems.