Sophia Ugbegua is the founder and creative designer of Somo by Somo, a celebrated Nigerian women’s wear brand. Her work is distinguished by elaborate detailing, a bold aesthetic, and high-quality craftsmanship, with a strong focus on bridal and custom-made couture. Her design philosophy is rooted in a “glamorous, daring, and expressive” alter ego. She established

Yomi Casual has redefined contemporary menswear by blending bold African aesthetics with global-ready tailoring, turning his label into a constant fixture across film, music videos, TV, and red-carpet culture. His looks amplify the visibility of Nigerian fashion in mainstream media, while strategic collaborations with entertainers and influencers drive trend adoption at scale. Beyond design, his

Ugo Monye is one of Nigeria’s most celebrated menswear designers, recognized for his innovative craftsmanship, cultural storytelling, and ability to redefine modern African style. As the founder and creative director of Ugo Monye Official, he has built a brand that blends elegance, tradition, and bold creativity, positioning him at the forefront of contemporary African fashion.

Makiliko Nelson A, widely known as Maklinscout, has emerged as a creative force in the Nigerian fashion space, redefining styling as both art and narrative. Beginning his professional journey in 2019 while still a student, he quickly distinguished himself through an imaginative approach that fuses African cultural identity with contemporary elegance. His philosophy frames fashion

Jeremiah “Swanky Jerry” Ogbodo is one of Africa’s most recognised celebrity stylists and creative directors. He built Swanky Signatures into a styling powerhouse for Nollywood stars and Afrobeats icons. Swanky Jerry’s signature is fearless, camera-first styling that creates viral red-carpet moments. His rise includes industry awards, a Forbes nod, and a Netflix appearance on “Young,

Sandrah Tubobereni is the founder and creative director of TUBỌ, a luxury African fashion and bridal label. TUBO’s language is architectural minimalism ,sculpted seams, structured blouses and modern bridal silhouettes. The house translates classic tailoring into a modern, globally resonant bridal and ready-to-wear offering. Tubobereni’s pieces are celebrated for precision construction and photographer-friendly lines. Her

Mai Atafo (ATAFO) is a veteran tailor and creative director famed for premium suiting and bridal.Trained on Savile Row–style tailoring principles, he brings sartorial rigor to Nigerian menswear. His label spans menswear, womenswear and weddings, with a reputation for immaculate fit.Atafo helped professionalize bridal and grooms wear in the Nigerian market through consistent quality. He’s