First Lady Remi Tinubu has unveiled a national fabric aimed at promoting unity and celebrating Nigeria’s diversity.
Gatekeepers News reports that the fabric, designed by 25-year-old Mofinyinfoluwa Bamidele, was chosen from 111 entries in a competition organised by the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).
Remi Tinubu, chair of RHI, expressed her excitement at the unveiling, saying, “Today, my heart is filled with joy as we have just witnessed the unveiling of the #OneNigeriaUnity Fabric. I say big congratulations to Miss Bamidele Mufiyinfoluwa, she did quite a fantastic job.”
The first lady explained that the concept of the national fabric was inspired by her visit to Zimbabwe in 2023.
“I believe this concept is a unifying one, where we can infuse our cultural diversity and break down tribal barriers to identify as a people of one nation.”
The competition, launched in February, targeted youths between 15 and 25. Judges Zainab Abba Folawiyo and Banke Kuku selected the winning design.
Nana Shettima, wife of the vice president, praised the initiative, saying it will promote unity and creativity in Nigeria. She announced that 200,000 pieces of the fabric have been produced and will be distributed to stakeholders, with significant allocations to Lagos, Kano, and Abuja.
The event was attended by dignitaries, including wives of governors, national assembly leaders, and security chiefs, as well as former first ladies Ajoke Muritala Muhammad, Fati Lami Abubakar, and Dame Patience Jonathan.
The national fabric will be worn to celebrate Independence Day on October 1, and local manufacturers will mass-produce it to stimulate the local textile industry, create jobs, and boost the economy.
