Obasanjo urges national Adire association as Nigeria looks beyond oil for growth

Businessday | 14-06-2026 03:14am |

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has advocated for the creation of a National Adire Association to promote the traditional Nigerian textile known as Adire. He emphasized the importance of diversifying the economy beyond oil, highlighting the potential of the Adire industry to contribute to national growth and job creation. Obasanjo's proposal includes the establishment of a permanent hub for the production and marketing of Adire, which he believes could enhance the cultural heritage and economic prospects of Nigeria.

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