By CrossRiverWatch Admin
The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment (FMITI) through the Office of the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, has hosted the Cotton, Textile, and Garment (CTG) stakeholder engagement.
The event held on April 9, 2025 focused on revitalising one of Nigeria’s most strategic sectors to ensure sustainable growth and development, aligning with global best practices.
The Honourable Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh underscored the engagement as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s collective effort to strengthen the CTG sector.
Senator Enoh highlighted the industry’s critical role in achieving the President’s goals of job creation, industrialization, and inclusive economic growth, emphasizing that the CTG sector has immense potential to boost exports, create jobs, and drive national prosperity.
He called for collaboration and input from stakeholders, recognizing their insights as crucial for effective policy-making. He reaffirmed FMITI’s commitment to supporting the sector through enabling policies and expressed optimism about the engagement’s outcomes, stressing the Ministry’s dedication to establishing a robust policy and institutional framework tailored to current realities and future possibilities, ensuring sustainable development for the industry.
Muhammad Bala, Director of the Industrial Development Department (IDD), FMITI, stressed the importance of finalizing the policy document to fully rejuvenate the CTG sector. “This document is set to serve as a blueprint for long-term growth and development, integrating strategies that reflect international standards,” Bala stated.
Mr. Nadeev Sohdi shared a clear roadmap for revitalizing the CTG sector, fostering consensus among stakeholders to create actionable solutions for sustainable progress. His insights addressed the challenges faced by the sector while leveraging its rich potential.
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