Border Markets And Economic Cooperation In Nigeria And Benin Republic: A Case Study Of Tsamiya And Lolo

INTRODUCTION

Tsamiya and Lolo Markets existed since the pre-colonial period. They are located at the extreme end of Nigeria's international border with Benin Republic in the north-west. The attainment of independence of the two countries by their former colonial masters has contributed significantly in the economic development of those two border markets. The geographical proximity of these border markets facilitates cross-border trade in the area.