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Fashion Designing Is What I have Passion For- Former Beauty Queen, Omowunmi Akinnifesi Reveals

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Former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Omowunmi Akinnifesi is an example of beauty and brains. The former beauty queen launched her fashion line on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the Polo Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The event was well attended by the crème de la crème of the entertainment and fashion industry, like Nkiru Anumudu, Ono Bello, Alex Ekubo and a host of others. ENCOMIUM Weekly spoke with the delectable Miss Akinnifesi and she talked on her new venture…

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What inspired the decision to go into designing?

It is something I have always wanted to do. I used to patronize designers but whenever they made anything for me, I always put my opinion into it. Most of them have advised me to go into designing. It has been a dream for me.

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Sometime back someone I respect very much said, it was long overdue, I should start designing. I went to study it abroad, after my Masters. I went to London College of Fashion. I knew I wanted to do this, I needed to learn the business side of it. I will call myself a fashion entrepreneur more than a fashion designer.

Why did you name your business after you?

I thought about the name for some time, I know that a clothing line must have an identity. I decided to go for Omowunmi because I have won different fashion awards, Vanguard Allure, City People. People have said that I am fashionable and I thank God for that. I need to put that identity into the clothing line. I gave it that name because it was closest to what it is really. Omowunmi is fashionable, Omowunmi is in trend, Omowunmi is classy, sophisticated and that is what the brand really is. Giving the clothing line my name doesn’t mean that it is me in a whole. I want to separate me from the fashion brand. I want it to have an independent being. It should have its sense of being and presence, different from Omowunmi herself. I don’t want people to tie the personality to the brand. The two are different brands but under the same umbrella.

Who are your target audience?

Young adult and matured women. It is for a woman with a social lifestyle, an entrepreneur, a woman that has her own business. The lady that can wake up in the morning, go to work in the busy Lagos traffic. She can go to office in an Omowunmi design. She can have lunch with friends, go for a business meeting, go for a conference and still go for dinner and even end up at a party later dressed in an Omowunmi brand. Our designs are conventional. She can wear it for many occasions.

She doesn’t have to go back home and change. She can have her suitcase in her car with different attires from Omowunmi. We design for the busy and sociable women.

You had the launch of your clothing line on Sunday, March 6, 2016. How will you describe the reception so far?

It has been amazing. Friends from Europe, UK have mailed me to tell me they love my designs. People have ordered from the US, they have ordered from the UK also. The designs almost sold out on the day of the launch. I am grateful to God for the opportunity and grace He has given unto us to do this.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

For the designs, I am very artistic. I do a lot of drawings. We get some designs online, we get inspirations from a lot of designers. We are ready-to-wear and not couture. We want to be the number one ready-to-wear brand in Nigeria. We still want to be in trend and classy. So, we draw our inspirations through our own artistic work and general research.

Where can clients get your wears?

We are at the Polo Avenue, we are in Lekki and Victoria Island. We will soon be in Ikeja and Port Harcourt. We have our online platform. We will start taking orders this week on www.shopomowunmi.com.

What role do you play in your clothing line?

To be honest, I play major role from the beginning to the very end. It is my baby. I don’t want to allow a lot of hands get involved from the beginning. From the designing, fabric processing, the fabric construction, the fitting, I am always involved. I do it myself. My Nigeria team come in when we have finished goods and we have to distribute them. I am involved in the entire process.

Does that mean you don’t manufacture here in Nigeria?

We manufacture some of our products here in Nigeria, but I am a perfectionist. I love quality, detail and finishing. That is why we don’t produce some of our wears here. We believe we must maintain the consistency, quality and finishing.

How price friendly is Omowunmi?

It is very price friendly. During our launch, a lot of people acknowledged that. Our prices are between N8,000 and N35,000. We are premium affordability, that is what I want to do.

What is your opinion about pageantry in Nigeria?

I think it is still a great platform for young ladies to strive and to achieve their dreams. An MBGN can walk into an organization and she will be given a listening ear. A lot of new pageants have come in and try to give a negative light to what pageantry is. Some don’t give pageant winners their prices. Some have ulterior motives of what the pageant is all about.

Some people have seen it as a business than a platform for a young lady to fulfill her dream. However, some people do it in such a way that at the end of the day, they don’t even care about the queen but the business aspect of it.

There are still some credible pageants out there that have not lost focus. They are making sure the queen gets the exposure she needs and the platform she needs as well. Some are still keeping it worthy. Pageantry is still there, it is here to stay. It may just not be getting the recognition it used to get in time past.

Before, the celebrities in Nigeria were the society people, the rich and the famous but there are so many people who are celebrities now. It used to be the beauty queens back in the days.

What is your beauty routine like?

It is the same beauty routine as every other lady. Washing your face before you sleep, don’t sleep with your makeup on, drink a lot of water, allow your face breathe, always moisturize because it protects your skin from the environment and stay away from the sun as much as you can.

What are the fashion accessories you cannot do without?

I can do without a lot of fashion accessories, I can’t lie. But, like jewelry, I love bags, I love lofty bags. I love shoes! I love looking beautiful.

What is that makeup item you cannot do without?

I cannot say. I used to say that I can’t do without some things but now, I can go without makeup. You are now grown and beautiful. You may not need makeup all the time. Maybe I will say lip gloss so that my lips are not dry.

What is that one thing that never leaves your bag?

A pair of sunglasses! It is always right. It always makes you look nicer. It is like the cover of a bottle. Even if you are dressed down and you are not supposed to be where you are, put on your sunglasses, people will know you are just there for business and you want to get away.

Sometime back you lost your dad, can you tell us things you missed about him?

My dad was an educationist. He worked with the Central Bank of Nigeria as well. He was an achiever in every sense of the word. He achieved so much that credible people said a lot of good things about him. He was overly educated and a distinguished individual. He did a lot for the country.

He was someone who inspired me. Anytime I was stuck education wise. He would come to my aid. He was like my teacher in academics and life. I missed him a lot, the fact that he is no more here to protect and spoil me. I was really spoilt by my dad. He gave me everything I wanted. I never lacked while growing up. I am really privileged I had that honour. I thank God for that.

What is your love life like now. Are you really in a relationship that can lead to marriage?

I don’t know. Maybe, maybe not.

That means you are in a relationship, you are not just sure it will lead to marriage?

I maybe and I may not be.

What are the qualities you desire in a man?

The qualities that every woman desires! The Christ like qualities, hard working, sense of direction, focused and every good quality.

When are you likely to get married?

When you say I should.

 

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Senegal Election: The Prophecy Of Primate Ayodele That President Macky Sall Ignored (VIDEO)

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The presidential election of Senegal have been held but if outgoing President, Macky Sall could turn the hands of time around, He would take the prophecy of Nigerian prophet, Primate Ayodele regarding the election seriously and follow his instructions – Maybe that would save his anointed candidate, Amadou Ba.

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Senegal Election: The Prophecy Of Primate Ayodele That President Macky Sall Ignored (VIDEO)

 

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The election saw the candidate of the opposition party, Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye becoming victorious in an unprecedented manner; the ruling party’s candidate had to congratulate him even before the results were fully released just to show that it was a landslide victory.

Beyond what many experienced in the Sunday election, Primate Ayodele had warned President Macky Sall before the election about his anointed candidate, Amadou Ba, who was the immediate past Prime minister of Senegal.

The prophet in a video publication mentioned that the people of Senegal will not accept Amadou Ba’s candidacy in the election while also giving the president some advice on how to go about winning the election for his anointed candidate.

Primate Ayodele mentioned three major instructions to President Macky Sall and they include changing strategy, seeking the face of God for the candidate and ensuring that Ousmane Sonko, the major opposition leader doesn’t come out of jail before the election.

These were his words

‘’Senegalese president Macky Sall doesn’t understand what politics is. The people don’t want his candidate, he needs to quickly do two things; he should strategize urgently to seek the face of God for his candidate to have his way. Also, if the main opposition still produces the man he sent to jail and he wins at the court and faces his own candidate, He will defeat your candidate. Don’t allow him to come out, let him stay as long as you want him there but the moment he is released from prison, He will toughen your candidate.’’

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From the foregoing, it’s obvious Primate Ayodele had foretold the loss of the President’s anointed candidate and if he had known, he would have followed instructions by seeking the face of God for Amadou Ba or even changing him since the prophet revealed that people will not want him to represent them.

Unfortunately, instead of doing things as instructed, President Macky Sall went ahead to jeopardize the chances of his party by attempting to extend his tenure and postponing the presidential election indefinitely.

Meanwhile, Primate Ayodele had warned the president against attempting to create tension in the country to avoid a military coup. Macky Sall went through the wrong route and this affected the chances of his party greatly in the election.

Similarly, the opposition candidates, Ousmane Sonko and Diomaye Faye were imprisoned but released 10 days before the election. As the man of God stated, their release from prison generated so much buzz around the candidacy of Faye and contributed to his victory in the election.

President Macky Sall was warned in Primate Ayodele’s prophecy about an imminent loss, he was given prophetic solutions to salvage the situation in his favour but he ignored all of them and decided to do things his own way. Unfortunately, it didn’t turn out well for him.

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General Buratai (CFR): From Battlefields to the Farms

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A Glimpse into the Retirement of a Nigerian Military Icon

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In what can be described as a stunning departure from his renowned military career, former Nigerian Army Chief and former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, captivated the online world on Friday with a post on his Facebook page titled “Best Retirement Hobby.”

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The post featured General Buratai draped in exquisite Fulani traditional attire as he shared a series of snapshots showcasing his leisurely moments at his  farm.

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Renowned for his remarkable feats as a distinguished military strategist and seasoned diplomat, General Buratai earned widespread acclaim for spearheading critical military operations that led to the liberation of territories once held captive by the notorious Boko Haram insurgents in Northeast Nigeria.

 

Moreover, his visionary leadership was instrumental in bolstering the Nigerian Army’s capabilities and fostering a culture of excellence aligned with global standards.

 

 

 

Transitioning seamlessly from the battlegrounds to the serene environs of his snake farm, General Buratai’s post not only offered a glimpse into his newfound passion but also showcases his multifaceted persona beyond the realms of military valour and diplomatic finesse.

In this part of the world where transitions are often met with uncertainty and apprehension, General Tukur Buratai’s graceful segue into a tranquil retirement marked by his compelling engagement with nature testifies to his indomitable spirit, resilience, and enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations far and wide.

General Buratai (CFR): From Battlefields to the Farms

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Nollywood Actor, Amaechi Muonagor Is Dead

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Nollywood Actor, Amaechi Muonagor Is Dead

Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died after a prolonged illness, at the age of 62.
Nollywood Actor, Amaechi Muonagor Is Dead

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This was disclosed by a social commentator, Morris Monye, via his social media handle, on Sunday.

Muonagor was said to have suffered kidney failure and was on dialysis.

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The sudden news of his demise comes just few days after a viral video where he solicited funds to help him have a Kidney transplant.

Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing.

He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful.

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We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.…

“He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful.

“We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.

“This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country.”

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Muonagor, a native of Idemili, in Anambra, was born Aug. 20, 1962.

He was an actor and producer. In 2016, he was nominated for AMVCA 2017 Best Actor in a comedy.

In 1989, after his youth service, Muonagor started working for the News Agency of Nigeria. He left his job a few years later for an acting role in his first movie as Akunatakasi in Taboo 1, a Nigerian movie.

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