{"id":2231844,"date":"2026-01-12T17:28:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T17:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2231844"},"modified":"2026-01-12T17:28:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T17:28:03","slug":"african-celebrities-guests-dazzle-at-2025-afrima-awards-channels-television","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/african-celebrities-guests-dazzle-at-2025-afrima-awards-channels-television\/","title":{"rendered":"African Celebrities, Guests Dazzle At 2025 AFRIMA Awards \u2022 Channels Television"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The 2025 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) lit up Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026, with a striking display of style as African celebrities and guests graced the red carpet at the Eko Convention Centre.<\/strong><\/p>\n

While the ceremony celebrated musical excellence across the continent, the pre-event arrivals delivered a visual feast, spotlighting Africa\u2019s rich fashion heritage fused with contemporary glamour.<\/p>\n

Hosted by Nigerian influencer Enioluwa Adeoluwa and Kenyan actress Claudia Naisabwa, the red-carpet segment ran for three hours and attracted stars from music, film and entertainment.<\/p>\n

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Afrocentric fabrics, intricate beadwork and daring silhouettes dominated the evening, reflecting cultural pride, innovation and individuality.<\/p>\n

Female celebrities led with bold fashion statements. Ghanaian singer Wendy Shay stepped out in a shimmering gold gown with detailed beadwork and a dramatic slit, projecting confidence and elegance befitting her award-winning night.<\/p>\n

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READ ALSO:<\/strong> Let\u2019s Support African Platforms, Not Divide Our Unity, Says Rema After AFRIMA Wins<\/a><\/p>\n

Congolese star Cindy Le Coeur embraced refined glamour in an emerald green mermaid dress with cultural embroidery, subtly paying homage to her Central African roots.<\/p>\n

Other standout moments included flowing yellow and neon green gowns that brought colour and movement to the carpet, while patterned ensembles inspired by kente and geometric patterns.<\/p>\n

African prints highlighted evolving conversations around gender-fluid and body-positive fashion.<\/p>\n

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Tribal-inspired looks featuring feathers, beadwork and animal prints also made appearances, sparking admiration for authenticity.<\/p>\n

The men matched the energy with tailored outfits infused with cultural detail. Nigerian superstar Rema opted for a clean, understated black on black fit.<\/p>\n

Veteran Congolese musician Koffi Olomid\u00e9 brought timeless sophistication with his white on white suit fit to the carpet.<\/p>\n

Group appearances added to the spectacle, with coordinated traditional attires and duo poses celebrating unity, friendship and pan-African identity. Fashion commentators provided live analysis throughout, highlighting standout looks.<\/p>\n

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\"\"\"\"Ghanian singer Wendy Shay wins Best Female in Western Africa at the 9th AFRIMA Awards. Credit: Wendy Shay\/ X.
\n\"\"\"\"Kenny Ogungbe and Dayo Adeneye Receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th AFRIMA Awards. Credit: afrimaofficial\/X.<\/p>\n

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\"\"\"\"Qing Madi 9th AFRIMA Awards for Most Promising Artiste of the Year. Credit: afrimaofficial\/X<\/p>\n

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\"\"\"\"Rema at the 9th AFRIMA Awards on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos. Credit: afrimaofficial\/X.<\/p>\n

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\"\"\"\"\u201cCalm Down\u201d crooner Divine \u2018Rema\u2019 Ikubor, at the 9th AFRIMA Awards on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos. Credit: afrimaofficial\/X.\n <\/div>\n

\u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n

\u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.channelstv.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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