Chanel makes history with its first runway show in West Africa.
Luxury French Fashion house Chanel made history as the first European luxury fashion house to showcase a collection in West Africa. It unveiled its latest Métiers d’Art collection in the heart of the former Palais de Justice. “By choosing Dakar, the house wishes to make the savoir-faire of its métiers d’art resonate with the artistic and cultural energy of the city.” The Senegal capital is home to a thriving fashion industry and home to recognised brands, including Alicia Keys-loved Adama Paris, helmed by Dakar Fashion Week founder Adama Ndiaye.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu speaks at Chatham House.
Former governor of Lagos State and APC Presidential Candidate Bola Ahmed Tinubu spoke at the Chatham House, London, in a lecture titled: ‘Nigeria’s 2023 elections: In conversation with Tinubu.’
Speaking for about half an hour, the conversation centred on his readiness and agenda for Nigeria at the Royal Institute of International Affairs, aka Chatham House,
Elvira Jude presents its 2022 Holiday Collection.
Elvira Jude has released its “2022 Holiday. Collection” to the public. Over the years, the brand, which took a brief hiatus, has adorned the sophisticated woman who appreciates the nuances of luxury. For this collection, the brand maintained its unique DNA steeped in quality and attention to detail while infusing an aura of festivity through its embroidered pieces to usher in the season’s celebrations.
Okonjo Iweala and Mo Abudu make Forbes list.
The Director of the World Health Organisation, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and filmmaker Mosunmola Abudu, also known as Mo Abudu, have been named among Forbes Most Powerful Women for 2022. They are being selected for the second successive year.
While Okonjo-Iweala was placed 91, Abudu ranked 99. According to Forbes: “The list was determined by four main metrics: media, impact, money and spheres of influence. For political leaders, we weighed gross domestic products and populations; for corporate leaders, revenues and employee counts; and media mentions and reach of all. The result is a collection of women who are fighting the status quo”
Tony Elumelu Bags ECOWAS Prize Of Excellence.
The Chairman of the United Bank for Africa, UBA, Tony Elumelu CFR, has been recognised for his contributions to the promotion of regional integration, peace and socio-economic development across Africa through his work at Heirs Holdings Group and the impact of his philanthropy, the Tony Elumelu Foundation.” He received the ECOWAS Prize of Excellence at the Heads of State and Government Summit in Abuja.
Rj4 celebrates its first anniversary.
International departmental store RJ4 will today be celebrating its first anniversary. Nicknamed “Harrods of Lagos” by its patrons, RJ4 is Lagos’s newest luxury shopping destination which houses a fusion of notable local and foreign brands, all curated from experiences in travelling the globe. The store consists of two floors of impeccable beauty, fashion and home decor items, which include skincare, makeup, fragrance, treatments and gifts.
CBN Introduces New Cash Withdrawal Limits.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced revised cash withdrawal limits in banks and other financial institutions following its recent currency redesign project. Following this, individuals and corporate organisations’ maximum cash withdrawal over the counter (OTC) per week will be N100,000 and N500,000, respectively.
Dior presents its 2023 fall men’s collection in Egypt.
French fashion house Dior held its first show at Egypt’s ancient Giza pyramids, presenting its 2023 fall men’s collection in the shadow of the millennia-old tombs. The event celebrated Egypt’s rich history and culture and put it on the fashion scene. It was well-received by the public, with people celebrating Egypt hosting such a spectacular, global event which received international praise. Naomi Campbell, Lewis Hamilton, Robert Pattinson and K-pop star Cha Eun Woo were among the 800 guests at the show, which took place after sunset with the pyramids lit up in the background. Giza marks the fourth location for Dior’s tour after Tokyo, Miami and London.
D’banj questioned Over Fraud Allegations.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has invited Oladapo Oyebanji, aka D’banj for questioning.
The singer is accused of fraudulently diverting monies earmarked by the Federal Government for the N-Power project, an empowerment programme set up in 2016 to address youth unemployment and increase social development. Investigators allege that D’banj colluded with some compromised government officials to introduce ghost beneficiaries into the scheme’s payroll. The stipend paid to those beneficiaries is then paid into accounts allegedly linked to the pop star.
Oxlade is the 2022 most Googled artist in Nigeria.
Google has released the year-end list for 2022, and Afrobeats star Oxlade has emerged as the most Googled artist in Nigeria in 2022. Oxlade leads the list that also features phenomenal musicians like Asake, Ghanaian Hip Hop talent Black Sherif, Street-hop Portable, and more. Oxlade has experienced a tremendous 2022 with his hit tune ‘Kulosa’, which garnered amazing popularity globally after being boosted by Tik Tok.
