By Abdullahi Idris, Dutse Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has officially launched an empowerment programme targeting 1...
By Abdullahi Idris, Dutse
Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has officially launched an empowerment programme targeting 1,400 women engaged in the traditional craft of cap embroidery.
The event, held on Friday morning at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Dutse, marked the flag-off of the first phase of the initiative, with beneficiaries drawn from the seven local government areas under the Dutse Emirate.
In his remarks, Governor Namadi underscored the cultural and economic significance of the cap embroidery trade, describing it as a generational craft that continues to serve as a vital source of income for women across the state.
“Today, we are supporting a craft that has a long and proud history in this emirate. The art of cap embroidery is a tradition passed down from parents and grandparents, and it is mostly women who practice it,” the governor said.
“Through this craft, many families have been sustained. It has brought wealth, livelihood, and stability to households, allowing women to contribute meaningfully to their communities.”
Governor Namadi explained that the empowerment programme is designed to provide working tools and materials to improve productivity and expand income opportunities for women.
“With this support, a woman who could previously produce five or ten caps will now be able to multiply that number. When a woman is productively engaged, she helps sustain her home, promote peace in her household, and strengthen family harmony both in rural and urban areas,” he stated.
The governor further disclosed that the initiative is part of a broader plan to transform the cap embroidery trade into a structured and profitable industry.
“This is only the first phase, and by God’s will, we will continue to follow up. Our plan is to create two production clusters where women can work collectively. Once a woman finishes her cap, she will bring it to the cluster center, where we will help create markets for them—not only within Jigawa State, but beyond Nigeria’s borders,” he said.
Governor Namadi expressed confidence that the programme would boost production capacity, turning small-scale producers into organized clusters capable of serving larger markets.
He added that the initiative would have a multiplier effect by improving household income, creating jobs, and reducing poverty across the state.
“This programme will not only empower women but also uplift entire families and communities. It will strengthen our local economy and promote Jigawa’s cultural heritage as a source of pride and sustainable livelihood,” the governor said.
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