Nigerian House of Representatives calls for promoting local Adire/Kampala fabric production, banning imports, and conserving foreign exchange.

Nigerian House of Representatives urges the Federal Government to promote local production of Adire/Kampala fabrics and ban the importation of these locally produced fabrics, as well as their imitations. Lawmakers argue that this move will protect the general local cottage industry and conserve scarce foreign exchange. Adire/Kampala fabrics are crucial for economic growth, cultural preservation, and fostering entrepreneurship in Nigeria.

March 19, 2024
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