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Aso-Oke's Global Rise Masks Struggles to Preserve Craft

Published Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · Updated July 29

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  • Media reports in 2024 estimated that Nigeria's Aso-Oke industry supported more than 50,000 artisans and generated approximately US$120 million in export revenue in 2023.

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  • AllAfrica

    This article highlights the challenges faced by Nigerian women and artisans in preserving the traditional Aso-Oke weaving craft despite its growing global popularity, emphasizing the economic and cultural struggles within the industry.

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