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Textile Industry’s ‘Comeback’: Reviving Nigeria’s Textile Without Cotton
Nigeria’s Textile Industry: A Shadow of Its Past
In the 1980s, Nigeria’s textile industry was a powerhouse—employing over 750,000 workers and contributing 25% of GDP....
522-Year-Old Dye Pits in Nigeria Continue to Preserve West Africa’s Ancient Indigo Dyeing Tradition
In the heart of West Africa, a centuries-old textile tradition continues to thrive against the odds. In Kano, Nigeria, indigo dye pits—locally known as...
Nigeria’s Textile Imports Skyrocket by 298% in Five Years, Hitting N726 Billion in 2024
Nigeria’s textile imports have surged dramatically, rising by 297.8% over the past five years to reach N726.18 billion in 2024, up from N182.53 billion...
Afreximbank Launches $5 Billion Integrated Textile Project in Nigeria to Drive Africa’s Industrial Renaissance
In a landmark initiative set to transform Africa’s textile industry, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the commencement of a $5 billion integrated...
Afreximbank to Launch $5 Billion Integrated Textile Hub in Nigeria as Part of Bold Industrialisation Agenda
In a landmark move set to reshape Africa’s textile landscape, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the construction of a $5 billion integrated...
AFC Warns Against Undermining African Multilateral Institutions, Unveils Plan to Revive Nigeria’s Textile Sector
The African Finance Corporation (AFC) has issued a strong call to African governments and private stakeholders to protect and support the continent’s multilateral financial...
Accra Textile Firms Call for More Government Contracts and Inclusive Job Support
Textile and garment manufacturers operating within Accra’s Ajabeng enclave have urged the government to increase access to public procurement contracts, expand land availability, and...
Lai Labode Foundation Seeks Government Partnership to Launch $500 Billion Nigerian Fashion Economy
The Lai Labode Heritage Foundation, a socio-cultural and economic group based in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has called for a strategic partnership with the Nigerian...
Ecobank Nigeria Champions SME Growth in Fashion Industry Through Adire Lagos Exhibition
Ecobank Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), particularly within the fashion and creative industries, to harness opportunities in...
Benin Republic Emerges as West Africa’s Textile Powerhouse, Leaving Nigerian Manufacturers Concerned
Benin Republic is rapidly positioning itself as the new textile and garment hub of West Africa, sparking concern among Nigerian manufacturers over the country’s...
