Nigeria aims to end its textile imports from China and India. As per John Enoh, Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, the country plans to revive the domestic textile industry and its value chains by promoting ‘Made in Nigeria’ products. Nigeria imports textiles worth $6 billion annually form these two countries.
Enoh recently toured industries in Lagos and Ogun states, emphasizing the government's focus on economic growth through manufacturing and job creation. He cited the flourishing textile industry in neighboring Benin Republic, which targets the Nigerian market, as inspiration. He recalled a time when the Nigerian textile industry was a significant employer.
