In 2023, Nigeria remained the leader in kola nut production with a substantial share of 54.44%, followed by Ivory Coast at 18.61% and Cameroon at 15.74%. Ghana contributed 7.89%, while Sierra Leone and Benin accounted for 2.61% and 0.2%, respectively. From 2022 to 2023, Nigeria's production share grew by 0.96%, and Ghana by 0.62%. Ivory Coast saw a slight decline of 0.47%, with Cameroon increasing by 0.52%. Sierra Leone's share rose modestly by 0.066%, whereas Benin expanded by 0.4%.
Looking forward, Nigeria is poised to maintain dominance, yet potential growth in Ghana and possible economic or environmental impacts in Ivory Coast could alter shares. Monitoring political stability and agricultural policies will be critical for understanding future shifts in kola nut production distribution.
Top countries in Kola Nuts Gross Production Share by Country (Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006)
| # | 6 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Nigeria | 54.44 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ivory Coast | 18.61 | 2023 | +0.79% | -0.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Cameroon | 15.74 | 2023 | +1.19% | +0.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ghana | 7.89 | 2023 | +0.95% | +0.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sierra Leone | 2.61 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.066% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Benin | 0.2 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.4% | View data |
