Nigerian fashion
18 Nov
Dozzy Couture, a premium men’s fashion brand celebrated for its quality and innovation, unveiled its new showroom on 10 November 2024. Situated on Ago Palace Way in Okota, Lagos Mainland, the showroom marks a significant milestone in the brand’s journey, offering a one-stop destination for ready-to-wear men’s clothing, including kaftans, traditional attire, corporate wear, casual…
29 Oct
Lagos Fashion Week has partnered with The Bicester Collection to host a roundtable discussion to propel the fashion industry in Nigeria and Africa to greater heights. Titled, 'The Fabric of Change,’ the event brought together key industry voices to explore the intersection of fashion, culture and sustainability, with a particular focus on how these elements…
26 Oct
As Lagos Fashion Week 2024 wraps up, it has once again dazzled audiences with display of style, featuring a host of notable personalities and unique looks. Among the highlights were former Big Brother Naija housemates Simply Tacha, Shawn, Emmanuel, Kanaga Jnr, and Yemi Cregx, who brought their star power to the runway, representing a top…
1 Aug
Sgsexpression, a distinguished name in luxury fashion, proudly presents its latest menswear collection, meticulously crafted by its creative director, Samuel Gbemileke. This new line marks a significant evolution for the brand, showcasing its dedication to excellence, innovation, and sophisticated style. Gbemileke, known for his innovative approach, brings a fresh perspective to Sgsexpression. His designs seamlessly…
29 Jul
Emerging luxury men’s fashion brand, Dgenius Bespoke, left a lasting impression at the recently concluded Alimosho Fashion Weekend 2024, showcasing their latest collection inspired by the theme "Classic Gentry." The event, held during the last week of July, celebrated the richness of African culture, providing a platform for local brands to display their creativity and…
15 Jun
The uniqueness of Nigerian fashion is the profound peculiarity in heritage fabrics and styles from the diverse ethnic group, one that rates Aso-Ofi, popularly called Aso-Oke, a hand-woven cloth of the Yoruba, Southwest Nigeria as number one on the list.
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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has rescued five injured passengers, who were in a road traffic accident that occurred on Mile 2/Badagry Expressway. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made this known in a statement signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, LASTMA, on Wednesday, in…
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An early morning fire on Wednesday , gutted some shops near the General Post Office at Ibokwu Street, by Old Market Road, Onitsha, the commercial city of Anambra. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the inferno destroyed goods and property, including equipment worth millions of naira. Mrs Chidimma Ike, an eyewitness and a…
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The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has congratulated Christians in Kano State on the occasion of the 2024 Christmas celebration. In a goodwill message,made available to newsmen on Wednesday, the traditional ruler emphasised the importance of peaceful coexistence among the residents, regardless of their religious affiliations. The emir stressed that religious differences should not…
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The University of Abuja (UniAbuja), has made it clear that the university is not imposing the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Aisha Maikudu, as the substantive VC of the university. The Acting Director, Information and University Relations, UniAbuja, Dr Habib Yakoob, made the clarification in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, while reacting to allegations surrounding the selection…
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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) says that it reached not less than 1.4 million people in Nigeria with its assistance in 2024. The IOM Chief of Mission in Nigeria, Ms Paola Pace, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja. She said that the organisation achieved…
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Gov. Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has called on Christians in the state to use the festive season to promote peaceful coexistence. In a message issued by his Press Secretary, Malam Abubakar Bawa, on Wednesday in Sokoto, the governor felicitated with Christians as they celebrate Christmas. “Sokoto is known for its peace and harmony for…
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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced plans to acquire 24 M-346 Fighter Ground Attack jets and 10 AW-109 Trekker Helicopters to boost its air capabilities in the fight against insurgency. The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar made this known at the Christmas luncheon with NAF personnel on Wednesday in Maiduguri.…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has charged Nigerians to seize the occasion of Christmas to pray for peace, unity and progress in the country in the year ahead. Mr Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, gave the charge in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja while rejoicing with Nigerians, especially Christians at Christmas. READ…
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Russian opposition politician Ilya Yashin, who was released in a prisoner swap by Moscow in August, has been placed on Russia's "wanted" list, according to an interior ministry database seen by AFP Wednesday. "Wanted under a criminal code article," reads the website, along with a photograph of Yashin and his date and place of birth.…
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La Liga's relegation-threatened Valencia have appointed Carlos Corberan as their new manager after prising him from English second-tier side West Bromwich Albion, the clubs announced on Wednesday. The fallen Spanish giants exercised a buyout clause in Corberan's contract to bring him to Mestalla on a deal lasting to 2027, days after sacking coach Ruben…