It’s Women’s History Month; a month to celebrate the existence and dynamic nature of womanhood, while promoting justice and equal rights. In a world where women are forced to yield to societal misconstructs and narratives, there are still women who are defying the odds, shaping narratives with their voices and relentlessly taking the front lines. In light of this, we spotlight young women U25 taking over the creative and entertainment industry.
FILM
Tomi Ojo:
Greatly lauded for her character as Rahila Bello in the Netflix Original Series, Far From Home, Tomi Ojo is a Nollywood star and has gained prominence for her brilliant acting in feature-length films, web series, and drama series. Having starred in notable movies such as Adire, Ada Omo Daddy, Leaked, Love Like This, Sack Letter, to mention a few, Tomi Ojo is truly a force to reckon with.
Ayomide Toye:
Also known as Funmbi Toye is a fast-rising actress with notable works to her name. The young actress has starred in popular films such as Ile Owo, We’re The Absolute Worst: Our Divorce Fayre, and Where is Jaz, amongst a couple of others. She also featured in the Netflix series, Far From Home.
FASHION:
Iretizee:
Iretidayo Morenikeji ‘Iretizee’ Zaccheaus is yet another Gen Z making a global impact in the fashion industry. The British-Nigerian entrepreneur is best known as the founder of Street Souk, the largest convention of streetwear brands in West Africa. Ireti also serves as the community manager at Metallic Inc, and the fashion curator for Our Homecoming music festival in affiliation with Street Souk. This year, The Business of Fashion lauded Ireti as one of The Gatekeepers to Nigeria’s Fashion Market.
Style Senami:
Born Senami Maugbe, Senami is a fashion creative who extends her cloak of creativity to creative direction, fashion blogging, influencing, consulting, and designing. Known for her creating unconventional, unorthodox, and unique styling statements coupled with her keen eye for details, Senami isn’t just making a name with thrifting but building her legacy with sustainable fashion.
Ayakeme Abasi(Gae Lumi):
If you have ever wondered about the brain behind Nigeria’s famous Hip-hop hat, then your puzzle is solved. The Okpu Agu bucket hat popularly worn by rapper, Odumodublvck, is one of the many masterpieces created by the fashion streetwear brand, Gae Lumi, and is owned by Ayakeme Udokang Abasi. Ayakeme continues to leave an indelible mark on the fashion industry with her crochet and knitwear characterized by pop culture.