Fashion Politics: Times Nigerian Politicians used Clothing to Make a Statement
In Nigeria, political influence is not only exercised by the ruling class through polemics and powerful speeches: it is also worn.
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Dive into the stories about who and what is shaping the African fashion scene and what’s culturally relevant today.
In Nigeria, political influence is not only exercised by the ruling class through polemics and powerful speeches: it is also worn.
2 weeks ago
Nahous has quietly and unmistakably reshaped what a creative hub in Lagos can be. What began as a physical space has steadily evolved into something more fluid, something that resists easy definition and instead invites constant reinterpretation. That evolution has been marked by a series of carefully considered moments. The most recent happened in December […]
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BCiti Clothings prioritises “Functional Heritage” in their new collection bridging Lagos and London through fashion.
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There are certain pieces of clothing that subtly alter the way a person carries herself. Posture adjusts, movements become more deliberate, and presence sharpens. With Valora, Ogechi Edith Osi presents five dresses for St. Nuella that are designed to do exactly that. The name Valora is derived from the Latin valere, meaning strength, worth and […]
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The hashtag #2026IsTheNew2016 is trending, and for good reason. What began as a casual prompt to spark nostalgia quickly became an excavation of cultural memory. Playlists resurfaced, memes circulated again, decade-old photos reappeared, and debates ignited over who dominated Nigerian Twitter, which songs soundtracked our lives, and what films people actually showed up to watch. […]
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If you missed it, Lagos witnessed one of its most stylish evenings this weekend as Polo Avenue hosted a glamorous, colourful, and elegantly curated soirée in honour of Swedish luxury eyewear designer, Anna-Karin Karlsson. Held at the exquisite Delborough Hotel in the heart of Victoria Island, the evening unfolded like a scene from a modern […]
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Like his debut album’s title—When it Blooms—To Cry a Flood, the title of Nonso Amadi’s latest EP buzzes with dramatic flair. In another world, it’s the title of a tragic film or a deeply stirring painting. In the cover art, we see Nonso Amadi splayed on a glassy ocean. The sun, a tiny orifice of […]
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Celebrated Nigerian luxury womenswear designer Yutee Rone is set to unveil her latest body of work, Textures of the Ocean, at an exclusive fashion show on 30 November 2025. Known for her devotion to craftsmanship, elegance, and the quiet confidence her pieces evoke, Rone introduces a deeply personal, nature-inspired collection that reflects both her artistic […]
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For three weeks now, a 14-minute documentary has been quietly circulating, carrying voices that have been systematically silenced. Model Citizen—the title itself a deliberate double entendre—presents what appears to be a celebration of exemplary professionals. Look closer, and you’ll find something more urgent: a damning exposé of an industry built on the bodies of those […]
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There was no better way to close out Heineken Lagos Fashion Week than with Heineken taking the runway. On November 1st, the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos came alive with pure electric energy as Heineken delivered a closing showcase that had the city beaming with pride — a performance that perfectly captured the style and […]
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Ashluxe, Nigeria’s defining luxury streetwear house, presents Ashluxe Manor — a cinematic fashion story and the first in a series of drops leading up to the end of December. Each release will open a new creative chapter that expands the brand’s world of contemporary luxury, with Ashluxe Manor laying the foundation for this evolving narrative. […]
6 months ago
Tomi Famadewa looked at the sprawling mirror in front of her and saw a face she could not recognize. The eyes—dainty and doe-like—were unmistakably hers, as were the small nose and lips, which were lacquered in a subtle red lipstick. And yet, as the onigele carefully sculpted an intricate pink gele over her head, she […]
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The AmDiddy Experience has officially set a new standard in the fashion world, merging the artisanal soul of Nigerian craftsmanship with the forward-looking power of technology. With the theme “Black Excellence: Heritage in Motion,” the show became a celebration of identity, creativity, and cultural pride that transcended the runway. On September 14, 2025, fashion lovers, […]
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