The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Dr Hannatu Musawa, has urged Nigerians to promote and patronize locally made clothing to contribute to nation-building.

Dr Musawa made the call at the inaugural African Fashion Festival Vogue in Abuja.

The Minister praised the initiative for promoting African designs globally through the festival, stating that the platform offers opportunities for showcasing African designers in the fashion industry.

The event, themed Thread of Africa: Weaving Fashion and Culture, was organized by emerging Nigerian fashion designer Miss Firdausi Mohammed.