La Mode Hosts 12th Edition of Green October Event in Lagos
La Mode Magazine and La Mode Disability Foundation held the 12th edition of the Green October Event on October 1 at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The event, themed “Inclusion Matters,” brought together personalities from the fashion, entertainment, business, and advocacy sectors to promote disability awareness and recognise contributions to the fashion and creative industries.
The Chief Executive Officer of La Mode Group, Dr Sandra Odige, convened the event.
The programme featured speeches and discussions on accessibility, empathy, equal representation and disability inclusion, with contributions from Faith, Vivian Adenijo, Oluwakemi Aladesanmi, Doyinsola Akinmokun, Dorcas Ifeoluwa Omowunmi, Dr May and Kikelomo Atanda Owo.
Kola and Erica co-hosted the gala, while Abel Tee performed the Nigerian National Anthem at the opening.
Musical and entertainment performances during the event included Kyng Oh Vee, Abel Tee, who performed on saxophone, and Da Crystals, who performed a dance routine.
The event also recognised several individuals and organisations for their contributions to fashion and the creative industry.
Queen Mercy Atang won the Entrepreneur of the Year (Female) award, while Koyin Sanusi was named Breakout Celebrity of the Year.
Thomas Felix won Fashion Photographer of the Year, while Akin Faminu and Ashiogwu Precious (Dede) were recognised as Trendsetters of the Year in the male and female categories, respectively.
Other winners included Kenzey Udosen, Fashion Critique of the Year; Mubrik, Bridal Fashion Designer of the Year; Unice Official, Innovative Fashion Designer of the Year; Amdiddy Empire (Amdiddy), Fashion Designer Brand of the Year (Male); and Vace by Abi, Emerging Fashion Designer of the Year.
Cynthetic Fashion Academy won Fashion Academy of the Year, while Glitters Couture received the Outstanding Fashion Designer of the Year award.
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Wealth Planet Fashion Academy received the Special Recognition for Contribution to Fashion Education award.
Other winners were Ayamsstyles, Fashion Stylist of the Year; Xdelccy Stitches, Creative Fashion Designer of the Year; KGZ Opulence Couture, Couture Fashion Designer of the Year; Stanley Nnoruga, Best Dressed (Male); and Dorcas Ifeoluwa Omowunmi, Best Dressed (Female).
The event also introduced a new Next Rated Award category to recognise emerging talent and link fashion academies with the wider luxury fashion industry.
Omeke Linda Elumebeh of Legs Apparel Fashion School emerged as the 2026 Next Rated Award winner after securing the highest number of votes during the voting stage and participating in a runway showcase.
Odige presented the award, which included a cash prize of ₦500,000, one year of public relations services from La Mode PR Agency, one year of media features across La Mode Magazine platforms, and a professional photoshoot by La Mode Group. The organisers valued the overall prize package at ₦5 million.
The event ended with runway presentations and closing remarks from the organisers.
The Green October Event is an annual charity, fashion and awards programme organised by La Mode Magazine and the La Mode Disability Foundation to promote disability inclusion and equal access while recognising achievements across various sectors.
