"Raffia Takes Center Stage at Eco-Focused Lagos Fashion Week"

Abasiekeme Ukanireh showcases her sustainable fashion designs at Lagos Fashion Week, highlighting the importance of local materials like Raffia palm in promoting sustainability in Nigeria.

• Four days before her show at Lagos Fashion Week, Abasiekeme Ukanirehs workshop buzzed with sewing machines as models and tailors finalized preparations for the event.
• Ukanirehs brand, Eki Kere, emphasizes using raffia palm and other local materials, showcasing upcycling techniques that reflect African craftsmanship and sustainability.
• The fashion event, which runs through Sunday, aims to promote sustainability in the industry by focusing on local materials such as coffee and banana fibers.