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The Veekee Experience: A 30th Birthday Soiree Like No Other

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Veekee James’ 30th birthday soiree has been the talk of the town, and for good reason! The Nigerian fashion designer celebrated this milestone birthday in style, with a lavish party that was attended by a host of A-list celebrities. Veekee declared the theme of the party to be “High fashion”, everyone brought their A-game to the party. Best believe, it was beyond a party but a beautiful movie experience.

Veekee James in her first outfit for her 30th birthday soiree

Veekee James in her first outfit for her 30th birthday soiree

What’s really impressive about her 30th Soiree is how Veekee James used her birthday celebration as an opportunity to shine the spotlight on other Nigerian fashion designers. From June 1 to 9, she showcased a different designer each day, the idea is to appreciate and lift other designers in the industry within and across borders. Talk about using your platform for good!

Here are the designers and brands she spotlighted:

Veekee James rocking a designed by Shapes by Nelson

Veekee James rocking a designed by Shapes by Nelson

– Shapes by Nelson: A Ghanaian fashion brand that created a show-stopping, beaded red dress with exaggerated sleeves.

Veekee James rocking a design by Amy Aghomi

Veekee James rocking a design by Amy Aghoji

Amy Aghomi: A designer who created a beautiful floral dress with dramatic floral sleeves and a gorgeous corset.

Veekee James wearing Glam Stitches

Veekee James wearing Glam Stitches

Glam Stitches: A designer who crafted a Mother Africa-inspired dress made of intricate cowry beads.

Veekee James in Bukola Crystal's design

Veekee James in Bukola Crystal’s design

Bukola Crystals: A budding designer who made a breathtaking blue crystal dress that looked like a sparkling reflection of the sea.

Veekee James in MSO Lagos design

Veekee James in MSO Lagos design

MSO Lagos: A fashion brand that designed a stunning maroon dress with a mix of leather and taffeta.

Veekee James in Mimmikasu design

Veekee James in Mimmikasu’s design

Mimmikasu: She created a beautiful floral dress with dramatic floral sleeves and a gorgeous corset.

Veekee James in Sarabell Couture design

Veekee James in Sarabell Couture design

Sarabell Couture: A fashion brand that made an aquamarine beaded number that accentuated Veekee’s figure perfectly.

Veekee James in Abbaswoman design

Veekee James in Abbaswoman design

Abbas Woman: delivered a stunning cosmic fantasy — a deep blue gown covered in galaxy-like sparkles, complete with an orbit of planets that seemed to float around her. This design brought fashion and art together in the most creative way.

Veekee James wearing Bella by Airlahills

Veekee James wearing Bella by Airlahills

Bella by Airla_Hills: A fashion brand that designed a stunning ensemble featuring a double wrapper, corset, and floral sleeve.

Veekee James in Djec Fashion design

Veekee James in Djec Fashion design

Djec Fashion: A Cameroonian designer, she crafted a form-fitting pattern with Cameroon fabric designs featuring a unique blend of geometric patterns and traditional African designs.

What made her celebration even more historic was the custom-made, 20-foot-tall, 30-tier cake — a towering masterpiece that nearly touched the heavens. Costing a whopping N18 million, the cake was a true marvel of design and engineering.

Veekee James 20 ft tall birthday cake

Veekee James 20 ft birthday cake

As for the party itself, it was a night to remember. Guests were dressed to the nines in black and gold, and everything — from the music to the dancing to that unforgettable cake — came together to celebrate Veekee James’ remarkable life and career. She is truly a powerhouse in the fashion industry.

Welcome to the 3rd floor!

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Uche Montana’s Pearl-Embellished Suit Deserves a Closer Look

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Remi X Nneoma opens in cinemas today. Ahead of the film’s release, Uche Montana shared photos from the movie’s premiere on Instagram, where she appeared in a custom design by Makililo Nelson. The actress, who stars in the film, attended the premiere on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at EbonyLife Place in Lagos.

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The outfit was a structured blazer and matching wide-leg trousers. The blazer featured a deep V-shaped neckline, strong shoulders and a fitted waist that created a defined silhouette before extending below the hips. The design incorporated pearl ornaments across different sections of the blazer, including the oversized lapels, cuffs and pocket flaps. The pearls were placed across the blazer while preserving the monochrome finish.

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She paired the blazer with matching trousers. Which had a line of pearl ornaments run down the outer seam of each trouser leg, while additional details near the hem ran through the jacket. She completed it with pointed-toe white heels. Her accessories followed the same direction, layered pearl necklaces, small white stud earrings, and rings.

Her hair was styled in a deep side part, with the front swept into a wave and the ends flipped outward at the nape. Her makeup featured softly blended eyeshadow, and a nude glossy lip.

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The appearance follows several recent premiere outfits shared by Uche Montana. Like her appearance at the On Different Grounds premiere.

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Nancy Isime Reveals She May Not Have Children.

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Nigerian actress and television host Nancy Isime has ignited online discussions after sharing her thoughts on parenthood, suggesting that she may choose not to have children.

The media personality made the remarks during a recent appearance on the “Thanks For Coming” podcast when she was asked about the number of children she hopes to have in the future. Instead of giving a direct answer, Isime reflected on the realities of life and the responsibilities that come with raising a child.

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According to her, the challenges people face daily have influenced the way she thinks about bringing children into the world. She questioned whether having children is always the ultimate expression of love, arguing that life often comes with struggles that no one can completely avoid.

During the discussion, Isime pointed to the pressures many individuals deal with, including emotional, financial and personal difficulties. She suggested that anyone considering parenthood must also think about the kind of world future generations will inherit. Her comments reflected a broader conversation that has gained attention globally, as some people increasingly weigh social and economic realities when making decisions about starting a family.

Despite her remarks, the actress did not say she has completely ruled out having children. Instead, she explained that her views are shaped by what she sees as the realities and responsibilities of bringing a child into the world, adding that every generation experiences its own form of hardship.

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The interview quickly drew attention on social media, where clips of her comments circulated widely. While some users agreed with her perspective on the challenges of parenthood, others disagreed, arguing that the decision to have children is deeply personal.

Isime’s comments have continued to generate discussion online, with many viewers sharing differing opinions on her stance. However, the actress’s remarks stopped short of confirming a final decision, leaving her comments as a reflection on her current outlook rather than a definitive statement about whether she will become a mother.

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Corporate Chic Outfits to Save for the New Work Week

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The new work week just started, and if you are still wondering what to wear, these Nigerian women just gave plenty of inspiration. From bold prints to clean, sharp cuts, they showed how workwear can feel fresh and expressive.

Here are six looks worth saving.

The Bold Print Statement —Sophia Chisom

Photo: Instagram/@Realsophy

Soso wore a two-piece set by Ziurry RTW, a matching purple, pink, and black patterned kimono-style jacket paired with wide-leg trousers. She layered it with a white collared button-down shirt worn underneath. Her accessories included a matching patterned tie that ties the look together, a white top-handle handbag and white pointed-toe heels.

Monochrome Co-ord — Bimbo Ademoye

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Bimbo wore a sleeveless light pink top with button closures, faux pocket flaps, and a curved hemline paired with a matching fluid, high-waisted satin maxi skirt that reached the ankles. She accessorized with a hot pink mini top-handle leather bag. She completed it with strappy high-heeled sandals in a matching bright pink shade.

All Black Editorial Look — Hilda Baci

Photo: Instagram/@Hildabaci

Hilda’s three-piece from Emmykasbit was a pinstripe set. It consisted of a long-sleeved, button-down black shirt with thin vertical white stripes, a matching pinstripe overlay skirt featuring a wrapped waist and a dramatic, draped uneven hemline, and a solid black, fluid wide-leg pants layered underneath the skirt. For accessories, she chose a mini black top-handle bag with gold hardware accents. Her hair was styled in a short bob wig.

All White Done Right — Omowunmi Dada

Photo: Instagram/@Omowunmidada

Omowunmi opted for a sleeveless cream-white vest with sharp lapels, an asymmetric wrap front, and a clean tailored silhouette. She paired it with matching high-waisted, fluid white trousers that fell over her shoes. She styled it with a teal top-handle bag that gave the all-white look a sharp contrast, and gold details including a delicate chain necklace and bracelet.

Navy and Sharp — Adesua Etomi

Photo: Instagram/@Adesuaetomi

Adesua wore a Loveladybiba sleeveless navy blue top with a deep halter neckline, corset-inspired stitching, and a row of button closures. She paired it with a matching high-waisted, fluid navy blue wide-leg pants that completed the monochromatic tailored outfit. She finished with minimalist open-toe heeled sandals with a sparkling, embellished rhinestone front strap and her accessories were a simple silver pendant necklace.

Power Suit Energy — Veekee James

Photo: Instagram/@Veekeejames

Veekee chose a stark white, double-breasted jacket with a high mock-neck collar, strong shoulders, and a sharply fitted waist. She paired it with matching crisp white, straight-leg tailored pants that fell neatly to just above the ankle. She chose a quilted, deep burgundy top-handle bag adding contrast, and completed with pointed-toe patent leather pumps in a matching burgundy shade.

From bold prints to sharp tailoring, these looks shows that great workwear does not have to be boring.

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