By Barth Ozah
As the prestigious African Cultural Fashion Awards 2024, draws closer, there is indication that Nigeria Vice President, Kashim Shettima will be the Special Guest of Honour.
Amb. Judith Shu’aibu, Chief of Operations, Africulfash and Event Coordinator African Cultural Fashion Awards (ACFA), who revealed this in a statement said, ACFA 2024 is an event that celebrates the intersection of African cultural heritage, sustainable development, and the power of fashion as a catalyst for positive change.
She noted that the ACFA 2024 is expected to be graced by many traditional rulers like; The Olu of warri, The Ooni of Ife, The Emir of Kano, The Etsu of Nupe, The Obi of Onitsha,
The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom etc, who will be celebrated as Custodians of African heritage.
The event which holds on 1st December, 2024 at Maha Marquee Event Centre, Abuja, Nigeria is being organised by Africulfash, an organisation dedicated in promoting and celebrating Nigeria and Africa through fashion, in collaboration with African Artist for peace Initiative (APPI), and powered by RealA limited and Formidable Female.
The ACF Award Categories, according to the statement are; Custodians and Icons of African Heritage, Master of African Fashion Excellence, Best Dressed Governors in the six(6) geo-political zones in Nigeria, Outstanding impact in African Cultural Fashion industry, Most stylish Male and Female Celebrities in Africa, Most Stylish male and Female Law and policy makers, Award of Excellence in cross-cultural collaboration, Costume and Accessories
Design of the Year, Ethical and Sustainable Fashion Designer of the year and more.
Design of the Year, Ethical and Sustainable Fashion Designer of the year and more.Shu’aibu said this year’s awards ceremony is particularly significant as it coincides with the United Nations agenda for poverty eradication, providing a poignant backdrop for the collective efforts in addressing social and economic challenges through the lens of African fashion.