Nigeria is predominantly involved in global value chains at a rudimentary level of commodities extraction and input with minimal manufacturing activities. The document outlines opportunities for Nigeria to increase its participation, such as its large population and natural resources. However, challenges like weak infrastructure, corruption, and inefficient policies have hindered greater involvement. The author argues Nigeria should implement comprehensive infrastructure development, trade liberalization policies, and anti-corruption reforms to facilitate upgrading to higher levels of global value chain participation with more value-adding manufacturing activities.