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By Christy Anyanwu
For two days this month, 20 and 21, the creative brains behind Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) will treat Nigerians to Naija December Experience, a fashion festival, blending runway shows, pop-up markets, live music, masterclasses and after-parties to celebrate African design and culture.
The Naija December Experience expands the AFWN experience beyond the runway. Attendees will enjoy curated runway shows from established and emerging designers, a designer marketplace, live DJ sets and musical performances, sustainable design activations and exclusive after-party experiences that showcase Lagos nightlife and hospitality.
“Fashion is a language of identity, and Africa’s long-neglected voices deserve to be heard on the global stage,” said Queen Aderonke “Ronke” Ademiluyi Ogunwusi, Founder of Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN), in a statement.
“With the Naija December Experience, we are turning Lagos into a festival ground — where heritage, commerce, innovation and celebration meet under one roof.”
Queen Ronke Ogunwusi is a longtime champion of African creativity, whose portfolio includes founding Africa Fashion Week London and the Adire Oodua Textile & Training Hub. AFWN has built a reputation for elevating emerging talent and merging fashion with culture and purpose. Her vision is that AFWN should be more than a catwalk; it must be a catalyst for economic growth, artistic exchange, and deeper cultural resonance.
AFWN has in previous years served as a showcase and launchpad for designers across Nigeria and the African continent. More than 3,000 designers have participated in AFWN and its sister events to date, drawing more than 90,000 visitors including industry buyers, media and stakeholders. In 2025, the festival is being reimagined to deliver immersive experiences beyond standard fashion week models.
