The traditional Yoruba hand-woven textile known as aso-oke, long crafted in the southwestern Nigerian town of Iseyin, is gaining international recognition as demand surges both at home and abroad, fueled by the global rise of Nigerian fashion and music. Once reserved for elite occasions, the vibrant fabric is now appearing on runways in London and Paris, creating new jobs for local artisans and younger generations in weaving communities. However, its growing global footprint has sparked debate over cultural ownership and the importance of protecting the textile's Nigerian origins.