Nigeria, March 10 -- Nigeria's trade landscape has been significantly shaped by the contributions of women, both historically and in the modern global economy.

These women are transforming the local trade ecosystem and making powerful waves in regional and international trade discussions.

From early commerce in local markets to leadership roles in global trade bodies, Nigerian women have been trailblazers, breaking barriers and reshaping the future of trade globally.

In pre-colonial and colonial Nigeria, women played a central role in the trade system, especially within local communities. The influential Nigerian women controlled key industries, from agriculture to textiles, ensuring the circulation of goods in both local and regional ...