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community Al Jazeera 2026-04-12

Nigerian Artisans Maintain Traditional Textile Craft Amid Global Demand

Nigerian craftspeople are resisting automation to keep the authentic tradition of aso-oke alive. This handwoven fabric is currently becoming a staple in international fashion markets, sustaining the local industry.


Resisting mechanisation, Nigerian artisans uphold the authenticity of aso-oke, now a staple in global fashion markets.

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