For many Nigerian entrepreneurs eager to break into international markets, the journey is often blocked by high costs, slow shipping, and daunting logistics. But one Nigerian export consultant, Nduka Udeh, is changing the game—using his expertise and personal investment to build a direct bridge between African producers and US buyers.
Having spent more than ten years guiding African businesses through the labyrinth of international export, Udeh’s work has brought him in contact with thousands of producers, from gourmet food brands and craftspeople to innovators in the beauty and fashion industries. Despite their quality products and eager ambition, most have hit a hard wall—the jump from local markets to American shelves seems almost impossible.
Week after week, exporters bombard Udeh with urgent questions and frustrations. The hurdles are always the same: managing international shipping costs, clearing products through customs, warehousing, and reaching buyers within a competitive timeframe. These recurring concerns have become almost universal for Nigerian business owners hoping to tap global demand.
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Redefining Logistics for Nigerian Exporters
To solve these challenges, Udeh mapped out a solution to give Africans a foothold in the US market:
- Develop a strategic warehouse in the USA to make storing and distributing African products cheaper and faster.
- Provide access to local delivery services, enabling sellers to get products to US buyers in 1-3 business days without the notorious headaches of international logistics.
- Offer bulk ocean shipping options with subsequent local storage—drastically reducing overall costs by up to 60%.
- Use a central US-based hub to connect Nigerian exporters with more buyers, both in the United States and other parts of the world.
Instead of just talking, Udeh took action. In 2025, he personally invested more than $200,000 to launch a fully operational warehouse in Delaware, USA—intentionally designed to support Nigerian and wider African exporters, US-based buyers, and entrepreneurs across the diaspora looking to expand their reach overseas.
From Delaware to the World: The New Export Model
This isn’t just another building. The Delaware warehouse, operating as part of African Import Export Solutions (www.africanies.com), is transforming how local businesses access global markets. With facilities purpose-built for storing foods, cosmetics, clothing, crafts, and more, Nigerian exporters finally have a trusted ally for entering the overwhelming US market.
Historically, anyone exporting to the US from Nigeria faced several stubborn obstacles: sky-high shipping rates, surprise customs seizures, sluggish delivery times, and nowhere safe or affordable to store goods. This warehouse was built to break that cycle.
Key benefits include:
- 90 days storage for just $1
- Over 60% savings on standard shipping costs
- US-wide delivery in 1–3 business days
- Shipment insurance and guaranteed customs clearance for added security
- Easy inventory management with user-friendly software
- Ability to send shipments from the USA back to Nigeria in as little as 3-5 days
- Reliable, transparent service—ending the era of lost shipments and “untraceable” deliveries
This new approach is built by someone who truly understands on-the-ground exporter struggles, removing guesswork and uncertainty from every stage of the cross-border process.
Why Delaware? Strategic Advantage for African Exporters
Delaware isn’t just a random choice. It’s among the rare states in America with zero sales tax, positioned with easy access to the densely populated East Coast corridor. Products dispatched from Delaware can reach major Nigerian and African communities in New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Virginia, West Virginia, and surrounding regions in just 30 minutes to a few hours. This translates to significant savings if you’re supplying African stores or buyers in these areas.
Even better, shopping from US sites like Amazon, Walmart, or Shein using the Delaware address means you skip local sales tax—putting up to 10% back in your pocket instantly.
- Buy original US products at lower prices
- Purchase tax-free to maximise profit or savings
- Take advantage of rapid, affordable shipping
- Enjoy consolidated buying assistance from multiple American stores
- Be confident of timely delivery and no customs delays
- Pay flexibly, including with Naira cards
This system benefits online resellers, Amazon entrepreneurs, and group importers sending goods for resale in Nigeria and beyond.
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Unlocking Bulk Shipping, Faster Delivery, and Inventory Control
For the first time, exporters can ship large quantities, store them almost free for up to 90 days, and fulfill US orders smoothly. No more relying on slow, expensive single shipments—now you can plan ahead, restock efficiently, and keep buyers happy with local US delivery.
Whether your target is Amazon, African groceries, or direct US consumers, this approach means you gain speed and flexibility without eating into your profits. Sellers using this service save over 60% compared to previous shipping and storage methods, by using ocean freight for bulk shipments and then relying on the warehouse for local distribution as orders roll in.
AfricanIES’ bulk rates start as low as $350 per CBM for ocean shipping to the USA, or N11,500 per kilogram for air freight. Once your products land, they’re within reach of key markets and buyers—with local dispatch options putting African businesses right alongside their biggest rivals in the US market.
A Game-Changer for Shoppers and Exporters Alike
The Delaware hub also acts as a bonanza for Nigerian shoppers and resellers. By providing a tax-free US shipping address, Nigerian buyers get all the advantages of American residents—saving on tax, combining packages, and speeding up deliveries. This service supports group shopping clubs, small-scale merchants, and everyday consumers trying to stretch their Naira or Cedi further with international buys.
For businesses, every stage is streamlined—insurance covers your items, all documentation is US customs-compliant, and you avoid the dreaded product seizures and surprise charges that used to stress exporters. Plus, guidance is on-hand to secure necessary FDA, NAFDAC, and customs certifications, ensuring goods clear the legal checks both at home and abroad.
Who Stands to Benefit Most?
This next-generation logistics system is ideal for:
- Nigerian exporters aiming to cut shipping costs and boost profits
- Online shoppers weary of high US sales tax and shipping fees
- Exporters demanding quicker US deliveries for customer satisfaction
- Resellers, importers, and enterprising diaspora Africans
- Anyone looking for a reliable, affordable, and transparent way to move goods across international borders
Who’s Behind the Solution?
Nduka Udeh isn’t just another exporter. He is a certified export coach, trained in US compliance, and founder of African Import Export Solutions—a firm that has helped over 10,000 Africa-based businesses with training, legal documentation, and logistics support to successfully enter international markets. With physical offices in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Enugu, Aba, Uyo, and Ilorin, the team stands ready to provide in-person assistance, backed by their central Delaware facility.
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Through this new Delaware base, AfricanIES is offering exporters a secure, trustworthy platform that levels the playing field, built by someone who truly knows exporters’ pains.
What This Means for African Business and Beyond
Nduka Udeh’s $200,000 risk isn’t just about opening a warehouse—it’s about making a statement that Africa’s entrepreneurial spirit belongs on the world stage. You don’t need massive corporate resources to reach customers around the world; a committed team, smart infrastructure, and local expertise can get you there.
If you’re a business owner in Lagos, Aba, Accra, Nairobi, or anywhere across Africa with goods to sell to an eager international audience, this Delaware warehouse may be your best shot yet. Orders can leave the continent with confidence and land in New York, Texas, California or beyond, all with reduced stress and higher profit margins.
Ready to learn more or get involved? Visit www.africanies.com/delaware for details on shipping schedules, costs, and sign-up options.
For further questions, call +2347048806453 or 07008007000 (Nigeria), or reach the US desk on +1 6787202672, +1 6787202796, or +1 6787203832. Stay in the loop through “exportafricanow” on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
To confirm office addresses, visit www.africanies.com. Space is available for the next available container, or you can start shopping US stores tax-free now with their Delaware address.
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