The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a new plan to revive the country’s Cotton, Textile and Garment (CTG) industry through the creation of integrated industrial parks.
The initiative formed the focus of a high-level meeting chaired by the Minister of State for Industry, John Owan Enoh, in Abuja.
The meeting brought together leaders from major development and financial institutions. These included Dapo Olusi of the Bank of Industry, Abba Bello of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank, and Philbert Johnson of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization.
The government plans to build integrated CTG industrial parks that link every stage of production.
These stages include cotton farming, ginning, textile manufacturing and garment production.
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As a result, the government hopes to build a more efficient and competitive textile industry.
Officials say the parks will also address long-standing challenges. These include fragmented production systems, poor infrastructure and limited access to financing.
Speaking during the meeting, Senator Enoh stressed the importance of strong policies and financing.
According to him, a clear policy framework will guide the development of the industry.
“Revitalising the cotton, textile and garment sector is central to our industrial growth strategy,” he said.
The minister added that the government is preparing a comprehensive policy framework for the sector. Stakeholders will review the policy before final approval.
Meanwhile, the Bank of Industry emphasised the need for long-term financing.
Olusi explained that large investments are required to rebuild the textile industry.
“With the right structure, we can unlock major investments and restore the sector’s global competitiveness,” he said.
In addition, the Nigerian Export-Import Bank highlighted export opportunities. Bello noted that a strong textile industry could supply both local and international markets.
Stakeholders also discussed using a brownfield approach. This strategy focuses on reviving existing factories and infrastructure instead of building new facilities from scratch.
Experts say this approach can reduce costs and speed up implementation.
At the end of the meeting, participants agreed to form a working group. The group will develop implementation plans and coordinate financing for the project.
The government believes that reviving the CTG sector will create jobs, strengthen rural economies and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on textile imports.
