MD/CEO Of GMYT Fashion Academy
Founder Of GMYT Foundation
CEO Of GMYT African Humanitarian
Awards & Fashion Show
PRINCESS KELECHI OGHENE is the Executive Director OF GMYT FASHION ACADEMY, a foremost fashion institution well-known for it’s giant strides in the fashion industry evidenced by the training and creation of new generation fashion which in active collaboration with the GMYT FASHION ACADEMY, has been able to conduct free entrepreneurial sessions, seminars and workshops for women and has trained
over 200 women and countless youths on scholarships, she has single-handedly empowered 200 women with an Industrial Machine each through her proclaimed Initiative, GMYTFoundation.
In keeping with her commitment to eradicate poverty by training and empowering women with the necessary skill-set to thrive and become financially independent, PRINCESS KELECHI OGHENE has resolved to increase the number of beneficiaries of the 2019 GMYT FOUNDATION Entrepreneurial programme and has indeed commenced training of over 500 women that aspire to be Fashion designers. The beneficiaries ofthis scheme will be trained in various aspects of fashion and business knowledge required to manage and sustain also their respective fashion businesses.
the Founder/Creative Director and CEO of LILIFEYS’ FASHION AND LIFESTYLE LIMITED
Ifeyinwa Brendan-Ndukwu is the Founder/Creative Director and CEO of LILIFEYS’ FASHION AND LIFESTYLE LIMITED. She is of IMO State of Nigeria origin and a graduate of English Language/ Literature from IMO State University, Okigwe (now ABIA State University).
As a little girl she fell in love with Fashion. Her curiosity and love turned into a passion she pursued and made her own dream come through by starting her business, LILIFEYS’ FASHION AND LIFESTYLE. Her Brand name, LILIFEYS’ is a combination of her Second name, LILIAN and her first name, IFEYINWA. LILIFEYS’ is a reflection on what Fashion means to her…. Stylish, Trendy, Comfortable and Affordable. Coincidentally that is what most women cherish!
Ifeyinwa is a professional Fashion Designer with over 15 years’ experience as a Fashion Entrepreneur.
An astute Administrator with over a decade of administration experience as a Camp Administrator with NIGERDOCK NIGERIA PLC. Apapa, Lagos.
She is a professional Fashion Consultant, Fashion Styling Trainer and Coach.
fashion illustration, fabric painting and different fabric surface manipulation.
Victor Edet Bassey is an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A graduate of graphic design from the prestigious Yaba College of Technology. He is a fashion major who specializes in fashion illustration, fabric painting and different fabric surface manipulation.
He is the creative director of Victor Bassi Art Place. A fashion and Art establishment based in Lagos.
He has been in different fashion exhibition both locally and abroad- British council students waste to wealth runway show, Ecowas fashion week, African fashion week, FADAN runway, Lagos fashion etc.
His unique style of always adding the extra to the word extraordinary makes him always stand Put in the creative world.
Long Banking Experience and
Excellence
She is an accomplished banking professional and has amassed over a decade of experience in pivotal roles within finance and banking. She is also a fashion designer. Her consistent delivery of results, coupled with a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive skill, she has driven business growth, fostered innovation, and optimized operational efficiency.
She embarked on her journey from a Customer Service Officer to the Head of Transaction Services, was underpinned by her strategic leadership and financial acumen.
Her expertise, honed through certifications in Effective Sales & Business Development,
Senior Management Program(SMP)from Lagos Business School and IESEG Business School in Paris, France, spans market research, negotiation, and leadership.
Chidimma’s exceptional communication, adaptability, analytical approach, and teamwork further enriches her capabilities.
Modeling Instructor, Model Scout, Agent / model Manager, Make-up Artist, show Choreographer, show producer and iconic Fashion Designer of repute, fashion /costume makong instructor
The Science graduate from Lagos state University, Mr. Adebayo Adegbe is a model cum Modeling Instructor, Model Scout, Agent / model Manager, Make-up Artist, show Choreographer, show producer and iconic Fashion Designer of repute, fashion /costume makong instructor, Paris trained catwalk and poise coach.
Although he studied sciences, his creative side has triumphed, creating themed award-winning costumes for beauty contestants, beauty Queens, costumes for films (movies) , Red carpets, musical videos, stage drama and theatre, carnivals and Runway.
Though he intended to be a medical doctor, modelling and fashion are his passion, he has over the years designed costumes for beauty contestants…. MBGN Ambassador to Miss World, Miss Universe, Miss Tourism World / International, Model of the World, Little Miss World, Top model of the World, miss grand international, Mr. Nigeria, etc. He believes that the good physique of a model /Client is a good inspiration for a good design.
Mr. Adebayo Adegbe studied Fashion at Nobel training institute between 1994 and 1995 in order to learn the Basics of professional cut and sew, obtained a diploma in modeling/model management from Fawaz Training institute, Certificate in Stage Make-up, Costume designing and wardrobe at ITPAN Training Institute, Gbagada, Lagos. Self-Sponsored Modela Agency/Couture Fashion show in 2001 with about sixty models launching his agency and his dressmaking skills. He established Modela Couture as a business in 2004 after winning NFS Nigeria best Designer of the year competition at the first attempt. He was awarded by several international and local organizations and magazines as one of the most Original, Unique and Creative new African designer with unbelievable talent and details, His work is used as the benchmark for Nigerian Haute couture designs and inspiration to other couture designers, he is rather interested in what is unique, good, outstanding and remarkable about his collection than what is new or trendy, he doesn’t see himself as a fashion designer in the real sense of it, but a Fashion artist because he doesn’t follow trends, he tries to bring or create beauty out of nothing. He is a trend setter, Fashion original couture creator using all African ethnic fabrics, art, craft and accessories.
Adebayo Adegbe was an in-house model for Odua, Odua originals, (Deola Sagoe), and Dakova for several years, Patsie creation, Samselly fashion etc., Mr. Bayo Adegbe has consistently worked within the fashion/modeling industry for decades styling shoots, advertising materials, producing fashion shows and beauty pageants.
The inspiration for his Collection is majorly from Nature (birds, butterflies, plants and animals in general), fabrics, Arts and Crafts of Africa especially Nigeria, day to day interaction with people from different works of life, different occasion, and ethnic markets all over Africa, as well as folktales / folklores.
Accessories are fused with each creation from wooden beads to leather, buttons, cowries, safety pins, brooms, crystal beads, seashells, coconut shells, gemstones. /Rhinestones, fiber glass, feathers, and raffia. It is a mix of sheer sexy ethnic feel in layering, embellishments and ensemble.
He dresses his models and clients elaborately in special collector’s items in which could only be attributed to great Queens, king’s, prince and princess of opulence land and imagination. He is a Talented, multi-award-winning fashion creator and costumier, won over 65 Awards as at the end of 2022, a prolific creator.His collections are mind blowing, awesome, mixed Media, and really a sight to behold at fashion shows, beauty competition and red carpets. Along with other fashion creators like him, have changed the mood of every fashion show in the country and continent as a whole, and has produced themed Avante Garde annual collections since 2004, showcasing all over the world, thereby putting Nigeria in the world fashion map.
he has showcased severally in Paris, South Africa, Pakistan, USA, all major cities in Africa.
today, he is the creative director/style consultant at Calabar carnival – Seagull band since 2015.
Official designer delta state carnival…Ogwachi Ukwu carnival since 2014.
He is regarded as the King of Fashion with emphasis on costume making.
He is happily married with children and surrounded by models, upcoming Designers and friends
Craftsmanship, contributing to the creation of unique and high-quality designs.
Adeola Ajayi, a distinguished Philosophy graduate from the University of Ado Ekiti, embarked on her captivating fashion journey in 2017. Fueling her passion for design, she enrolled in a fashion school, where she immersed herself in the artistry and intricacies of the fashion world. Building on this foundation, Adeola pursued a specialized six-month training in Fashion CAD, further enhancing her skills and technical proficiency.
In 2016, Adeola’s career took a pivotal turn when she joined Brava Apparel as a Pattern Maker. There, she showcased her keen eye for detail and craftsmanship, contributing to the creation of unique and high-quality designs.
The year 2019 marked a significant chapter in Adeola’s journey as she assumed the role of Production Manager at International Uniforms Nigeria Ltd. Over the next three years, she led a dynamic team of over 70 tailors, overseeing the entire production process. Her strategic management and dedication to excellence played a key role in maintaining operational efficiency and delivering top-tier uniform solutions.
In 2022, driven by a commitment to continuous growth, Adeola pursued a fashion upgrade at GMYT Fashion Academy. Following her graduation, she ventured into entrepreneurship, founding Albert Mor Fashion. As the creative force behind the brand, Adeola seamlessly combines her academic background, diverse industry experience, and unwavering passion to bring unique and innovative designs to life.
Adeola Ajayi’s career trajectory is a testament to her dedication, continuous learning, and artistic flair. Her journey from academia to pattern making, production management, and now entrepreneurship exemplifies a holistic approach to fashion, blending both technical expertise and creative vision.
