Alumni
The LAGOS x PARIS Alumni Programme enables past laureates to continue benefiting from mentorship and consultancy services, ultimately helping their growth on the long run.
Five brands benefited from the Alumni Support Programme:
[ Aga Culture ] The brand continued to receive guidance from experts Nelly Wandji (Moonlook) and Zara Odu (Designers Consociate), focusing on the development of its marketing strategy and strengthening its sustainability ethos and practices.
[ Omi Collective ] Support enabled the brand to acquire a 3D printing machine for prototype experimentation. In parallel, it benefited from legal mentorship coordinated by CcHUB to further structure the collective.
[ Eki Kéré ] The team underwent technical training with Atelier Onikan and received ongoing mentorship from Nelly Wandji (Moonlook) to advance its marketing and communication strategy.
[ Waf. ] The brand was supported in the production of its Rainy Wet 2025 collection.
[ Maliko ] Support focused on equipping its studio and mentorship with Jean-Marc Chauve (LAGO54) for the development of its next collection, which will be showcased at Première Classe with the backing of the programme.
Meet Some of Our Alumni Brands
Discover the brands from our inaugural cohort (2023-2024), featuring a diverse range of products: men's and women's clothing, furniture, and accessories!
Éki Kéré celebrates African craftsmanship through biodegradable fashion, crafting artisanal designs that respects people and the planet. The brand draws inspiration from the rich masquerade culture of The Raffia City, reflecting in its designs an embrace of a myriad of masquerade traditions. Asymmetry and unconventionality defines the brand’s style.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Brand Revamp
- Replenishment of cotton inventory
- Marketing services
- Who's Next (Paris) first participation
Founded by Abasiekeme Ukanireh
Guided by the cultural and spiritual philosophies of the Yoruba people viewed through a queer lens, Lagos Space Programme places the heritage craft and sartorial expressions of the Yoruba in dialogue with resonant cultural heritages from around the world. In doing so, the label creates a future culture that can be shared by a global audience.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- New website design
- Production of SS25 collection
- Première Classe (Paris) first participation
Founded by Adeju Thompson
Founded by Jomi Marcus-Bello
Wafflesncream is Nigeria’s first skateboarding company, serving as the very first hub for skate culture and extreme sports in the West African region. The brand's aim is to grow the culture of skateboarding within Nigeria, by supporting youth who show talent and interest in the sport.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Production of Denim Shorts, Carabinier, Dad Hats for the new collection
- Who's Next (Paris) first participation
Maliko believes in the transformative power of artisanal craftsmanship to elevate everyday objects into symbols of cultural pride and artistic expression. Maliko shoes are not just footwear; they are wearable manifestations of tradition and innovation, blending the past with the present to create timeless works of art.
Founded by Ebuka Omaliko
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- New website development
- Creative studio rental
- New collection production
- Legal compliance services
Nigeria is blessed with rich history, heritage and craftsmanship which Elexiay explores, focusing majorly on crochet and knits. Crochet is an ancient skill which has been confined for years to certain garments. All Elexiay's crochet pieces are handmade and recyclable.
Founded by Elyon Adede
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Production of a new collection and marketing
- Who's Next (Paris) first participation
Aga means functional objects or furniture pieces in Yoruba. The brand tells African Stories, past and present. Africa has a rich, diverse culture and it inspires Aga to design and make objects, art and accessories that fuse age-old traditions with a modern aesthetic.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- New collection production
- Strengthening of production tools and teams
- Who's Next (Paris) first participation
Founded by Moyo Ogunseinde
TJWHO is a universal brand and design company that offers a modern refinement of cross-cultural imbued designs. Using several mediums of design, TJWHO aims to build a bridge between cultures and set new standards for excellence for the African continent.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Production of a new collection
- Website and e-shop optimization
- Première Classe (Paris) first participation
Founded by Taju Ibrahim
Inspired by culture, Ethnik Afrika is reimagining the ancient handwoven traditional Yoruba textile, aso- oke, while preserving the traditional weaving techniques, art forms and know hows. The brand explores the hidden treasures of Africa, incorporating storytelling through modern designs, one weave at a time.
Founded by Tunde and Najeeba Owolabi
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Solar panels for the studio
- Strengthening of production tools and teams
- New e-commerce website
- Professional travels in Paris
Omi Collective is a furniture company providing authentic contemporary furniture with African craft, craftsmen and stories. Omi is changing the way Nigerians experience design and furniture and is bringing Nigerian artisanal crafts to the world.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Expansion of Omi Series 1
- Development of Omi Series 2
- New website and e-commerce development
- Acquisition of new work tools
- Exhibition during Paris Design Week
Founded by Olorunfemi Adewuyi
Founded by Obida Obioha
Obida aimed to nourish the spirit, not just through fashion, but also by offering items that can add a touch of joy to your daily life. Symbolised by the circular motif of the brand logo, Obida represents the eternal flow of cultural expression, with the O’ serving as a timeless emblem of their West African roots.
Projects supported by Lagos x Paris through the Accelerator programme:
- Replenishment of fabrics
- Improvement of production equipments
- Who's Next (Paris) first participation