Nigeria Signs African Fashion Growth Charter at CANEX 2026

At the ongoing Creative African Nexus (CANEX WKND 2026) in Lagos, stakeholders in the African fashion industry are advocating for a $500 billion economy. The event, hosted by the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts, features various installations and masterclasses.

On November 5, 2025, Nigeria became the first country to sign the African Fashion Industry Growth Charter, with Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, representing the federal government. Musa highlighted the charter's significance for economic growth, job creation, and unity in Africa.

She emphasized the importance of capacity building through infrastructure and the establishment of hubs across Nigeria. Prof. Lai Labode, President of the Confederation of African Fashion (CAFA), stated that Africa has abundant talent but needs structure to achieve the $500 billion goal, underscoring the role of CAFA as a universal policy body for African countries.