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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to Celebrate Akwete Weaving Heritage in Abia

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to Celebrate Akwete Weaving Heritage in Abia

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will visit Abia State on Tuesday, 21 July 2026 to celebrate the famed Akwete weaving tradition. She will be welcomed by Governor Alex Otti and his wife, Priscilla Otti. The First Lady will tour the Akwete Weaving Cooperative Society in Ukwa East LGA and meet master weavers to observe the centuries-old craft behind the globally recognised textiles. A civic reception will hold at the Akwete Central School Field from 10 a.m. Residents, community leaders, women and youth groups are invited to attend and showcase Abia’s rich cultural heritage.

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D
dapo

What impact do you think the First Lady's visit will have on preserving Akwete weaving traditions in Abia?

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M
matthew

I agree, her visit fit shine more light on Akwete weaving and encourage young folks to carry on the art.

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J
jaruma

The First Lady's tour highlights Akwete weaving's fame, yet similar visits in the past rarely led to lasting support for local artisans.

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M
mel

I appreciate the intention, but hosting ceremonies doesn't guarantee skill transmission or market access for those weavers in Abia.

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J
julia

Partnering with local cooperatives and setting up training workshops alongside the tour could help turn publicity into real economic growth.

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