The 14th Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) 2025 is currently taking place from November 2nd to 8th in Lagos, under the theme “Rhythms of the Continent: The Afrobeats Film Movement.” Its opening night hosted a star-studded event at The Royal Box, Cube 65, marked by the screening of Asurf Oluseyi’s film “Three Cold Dishes.”

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Uche Jombo arrived at the AFRIFF 2025 Opening Night in a sculpted gown, a breathtaking display of high-fashion architecture and bold colour. She was a participant in a high-profile “Unadulterated Conversation” panel discussion alongside the likes of Davido and David Oyelowo.

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Uche, styled by Dozie Jacobs, wore a sculpted canary-yellow gown that balanced volume and grace with fearless tailoring and femininity. The look began with a fitted bodice that had a modern, structured neckline and a subtle keyhole cutout. This provided a clean foundation for the drama that followed: exaggerated, voluminous puff sleeves that rose at the shoulder before stopping just above the elbow.

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Instead of playing it safe with neutrals, the look embraced a stunning colour-block. Jombo paired the bright yellow gown with a deep, sapphire-blue rectangular clutch with glitter. This bold contrast was perfectly mirrored in her footwear: a pair of matching sapphire-blue pointed-toe pumps. Minimal jewelry and the impeccable finish by IROB beautyplug completed a composition that was both clean and disciplined.

“The girl took her first walk, and it was worth every step.” Hilda’s Instagram caption read. The recently concluded Lagos Fashion Week 2025 was a spectacular showcase, with several fashion designers and public figures gracing the runway. Hilda Baci took the catwalk for Lush hair, showcasing the brand’s latest hair collection—nova, a brand she represents as an ambassador.

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She left the audience in awe with the poise and confidence as she sashayed down the runway. She embodied Lush Hair’s rich brand colour—Pink. She wore a two-toned ball gown consisting of a bright pink strapless top with a sweetheart neckline, attached to a high-low ruffled skirt in lighter pink tone paired with her braided Lush hair. She completed the look with a pair of silver, open-toed high heels with thin straps.

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Her outfit and walk reflects the brand’s values of confidence, beauty, and inclusivity promoting a community where women feel empowered regardless of body size, skin tone, or physical ability.

Her appearance on the runway for Lush Hair was an impressive display. One that won’t be easily forgotten by viewers. She walked so gracefully leaving a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.

At Lagos Fashion Week 2025, former BBNaija Season 10 housemates Samod Koyin and Kola Omotoso made confident entrances in custom designs from Nigerian brand Emmy Kasbit, reaffirming the label’s steady rise in contemporary menswear.

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Koyin arrived in a black two-piece set patterned with the brand’s signature monogram. The sleeveless top was matched with straight-cut trousers, creating a clean, structured look that stood out for its precision rather than embellishment. He kept his accessories understated, wearing silver jewellery and black leather shoes, giving the outfit room to register on its own. The look quickly appeared across Lagos Fashion Week photo reels and entertainment pages.

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Kola chose a navy three-piece from the same designer, detailed with hand-dyed stripes across the waistcoat. The design referenced Nigerian textile craft while keeping a sharp, modern outline. Worn with a crisp high-neck shirt, the outfit blended cultural texture with measured tailoring.

Their choice of designer was deliberate. Emmy Kasbit, under creative director Emmanuel Okoro, continues to build a reputation for weaving Nigerian heritage into refined, contemporary forms. The brand uses locally produced fabrics and modern tailoring to create clothing that reflects identity while maintaining universal appeal.

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Lagos Fashion Week offered the right setting for that expression. The event, now a fixture on Africa’s fashion calendar, attracts industry professionals, buyers, and journalists each year. Having Koyin and Omotoso wear Emmy Kasbit on one of the biggest nights of the week put the label at the center of local and international attention. Their appearance aligned with a broader shift in Nigerian fashion, where designers and personalities choose authenticity and skill over spectacle.

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Online, photos from the night spread fast. Style pages and blogs highlighted both men as examples of how Nigerian designers are redefining menswear through craftsmanship and thoughtful presentation. It wasn’t an overplayed moment; it was a clear one: Nigerian men can attend major fashion events in locally made pieces that rival anything produced abroad.

For Emmy Kasbit, it was another visible win in a growing portfolio. For Koyin and Omotoso, it marked a step toward owning a style narrative rooted in identity and intention.