The textiles traders of Nigeria are concerned about the increasing Chinese footprint in the country. While the proliferation of Chinese-made textiles is a boon for low income consumers, traders in Kano, state that such cheaper imports have been ruinous. “The Chinese have effectively edged us out of business, leaving us with nothing but huge debts and heaps of goods in our shops,” says Fatuhu Gambo who’s business is one of many in dire straits.
“The Chinese have taken over the importation and distribution of textiles in Kano and now they are into retail trading, which is putting our traders out of business,” said Traders’ Union Head Liti Kulkul.
