Lower over the period
Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 0.120 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.110 Kilogram in 2023 (−8.3%), an average of −1.1% a year. The series high was 0.120 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 0.0300 Kilogram in 2016.
What Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita shows
Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 0.110 Kilogram in 2023, up 10% on 2022. Nigeria's cocoa beans consumption per capita between 2015 and 2023 reflects a developing and relatively low-volume consumer market, influenced by income levels, changing dietary patterns, domestic cocoa production dynamics, and gradual expansion of processed cocoa products. Validated Our World in Data data shows per capita cocoa beans consumption decreased slightly from 120 grams in 2015 to 110 grams in 2023.
A 75% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2016) is 0.0900 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +233.3% in 2017.
Ranks 42 of 44 countries covered
Among the 44 countries in this dataset, Nigeria ranks 42 for 2023, behind Luxembourg (5.42 Kilogram) and Iceland (5.27 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.658 Kilogram, so Nigeria is below it.
Full series
Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.110 | +10% |
| 2022 | 0.100 | 0% |
| 2021 | 0.100 | 0% |
| 2020 | 0.100 | +100% |
| 2019 | 0.0500 | −28.6% |
| 2018 | 0.0700 | −30% |
| 2017 | 0.100 | +233.3% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.0300 | −75% |
| 2015Peak | 0.120 | — |
Regional context
How Nigeria compares in Southern Africa (FAO)
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Nigeria is highlighted.
1Comoros0.580
2Egypt0.520
3South Africa0.430
4Nigeria0.110
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison.
The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
About this indicator
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
Despite the low consumption level, Nigeria represents an important cocoa market due to its large population base, strong cocoa production industry, and increasing opportunities for domestic chocolate and confectionery growth.
During the initial period, consumption declined significantly from 120 grams in 2015 to 30 grams in 2016, reflecting variations in market conditions, consumer demand, and cocoa product accessibility. Consumption recovered to 100 grams in 2017 before declining again to 70 grams in 2018 and 50 grams in 2019. These fluctuations highlight the impact of economic conditions, consumer purchasing power, and limited domestic consumption of processed cocoa products.
In 2020, consumption increased to 100 grams, supported by changes in household consumption patterns and increasing availability of packaged food products. The market maintained the same level in 2021 and 2022, indicating stable but moderate consumer demand for cocoa-based products.
In 2023, consumption increased slightly to 110 grams, reflecting gradual improvement in market demand, increasing consumer awareness, and expanding opportunities within the confectionery and beverage sectors. However, consumption remains significantly below global cocoa-consuming markets due to affordability factors and limited domestic chocolate consumption compared with developed economies.
Overall, Nigeria's cocoa consumption market demonstrates long-term growth potential, supported by its large consumer base, cocoa production capabilities, and emerging food processing industry. The dataset provides valuable insights for chocolate manufacturers, cocoa suppliers, retailers, and investors to analyze consumption trends, evaluate market opportunities, forecast future demand, and understand evolving consumer preferences within Nigeria's cocoa market.
- Indicator
- Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita
- Country
- Nigeria
- Region
- Southern Africa (FAO)
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
What was Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita in 2023?
Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 0.110 Kilogram in 2023, up 10% on 2022.
How has Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 0.120 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.110 Kilogram in 2023 (−8.3%), an average of −1.1% a year. The series high was 0.120 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 0.0300 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
The highest value was 0.120 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 0.0300 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
Where does the Nigeria Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..latest&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&tableSearch=singa&Food=Cocoa+beans&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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