Meet the GRID Team
At GRID Fashion Road Shows, our success is powered by a diverse and dynamic team of industry leaders and creative visionaries. Each member brings a unique blend of expertise, passion, and innovation, all united by a shared commitment to fostering grassroots talent and redefining the fashion landscape. Get to know the dedicated individuals driving our mission forward:
Chukwuemeka Anyiam-Osigwe
Coordinator
Chukwuemeka serves as the Director of Communications & Partnerships at Pride Creative Enterprise and Multimedia Ltd, the holding company behind the Emotional Wellbeing Conference, Lagos Creative Enterprise Week, which he serves as Co-Convener, and Grassroot Innovative Designers. In this role, he oversees strategic communication efforts, media relations, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the company’s media assets maintain strong visibility and impactful outreach. He also leads partnership development, drawing on his extensive experience in brand management and public relations to foster collaborations that advance the company’s mission.
John Ebuke Ilobah
Deputy Coordinator
A dynamic and visionary fashion entrepreneur, John is the Founder/Creative Director of House of Enigma, a distinctive clothing line that blends bold aesthetics with enigmatic allure. With a background as a former model, he brings an insider’s perspective to design, branding, and storytelling in fashion. His passion extends beyond apparel – he thrives in curating high-impact fashion events, creating engaging content, and hosting events and production shows.
“Fashion is more than clothing—it’s an experience, an enigma waiting to be unravelled.”
Nancy Anyiam-Osigwe
Programme Director
With over a decade of experience spanning law, administration, procurement, negotiation, coordination, and personnel management, Nancy brings a versatile skill set to the team. She excels at driving organisational efficiency, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and leveraging modern tools like cloud computing and machine learning. Passionate about pushing the boundaries of operational excellence, Nancy is dedicated to redefining what it means to lead a high-performing, well-run organisation.
Olivetta Chantal Okafor
Deputy Project Manager
A dynamic professional with expertise in digital and social media marketing, event coordination, project management, event planning, and education, Olivetta has a proven track record of delivering successful events and marketing campaigns. She is the Co-Convener of Mystical Rose Fashion Show, and a notable event coordinator.
Ifeanyi Iriele
Ifeanyi Iriele
Ifeanyi is a distinguished entrepreneur, creative visionary, and brand strategist shaping the future of fashion and media in Africa. As the founder of the brand Ifeanyi Iriele, he integrates cultural artistry, premium craftsmanship, and strategic storytelling to create aspirational products and refined visual experiences. Known for his disciplined pursuit of excellence, he is equally driven by a personal commitment to inspire, empower, and develop young talents. Ifeanyi’s work reflects purpose, innovation, and an unwavering belief in possibility and transformative impact.
Architect Chinedu P. Njoku
Chinedu is a passionate architect and creative designer with expertise in sustainable architecture, experiential design, and graphic communication. He crafts spaces and visuals that blend functionality, aesthetics, and innovation. With experience across residential, commercial, and brand environments, Chinedu brings strategic thinking and a multidisciplinary approach to every project.
Ruth Okereafor aka Ruth Vader
Plus-size model, and fashion and lifestyle influencer, Ruth has walked the runway for local and international fashion brands at Lagos Fashion Week and Arise Fashion Weekend, among others. Ruth is the Head Artist of RV Makeover and the Creative Director of Next Super Model Africa reality TV show.
Peace Renner
Renner Peace is a multifaceted creative professional, excelling as a fashion designer, illustrator, and ceramic artist. A proud alumnus of Yaba College of Technology, where she honed her skills in fashion design, Renner seamlessly blends her passion for fashion and art to craft innovative, boundary-pushing designs.
Akinpelu Emmanuel Anuoluwapo
Akinpelu is the founder of NUEL NG BÀTÀ, a Lagos-based leather goods brand committed to crafting high-quality, handcrafted shoes, bags, and accessories. Driven by a passion for excellence and Nigerian craftsmanship, he leads the brand’s mission to redefine the “Made in Nigeria” identity through products that embody durability, style, and trust.
Evelyn Igwe
Evelyn is a versatile entrepreneur and creative professional with expertise in project management, interior and fashion design. She is the Head of Administration and Procurement at Innov8 Hub and the CEO of Adit Ice Limited.
Mary Oladumiye
Mary is the visionary creative mind behind DM Apparel. With an impeccable eye for detail and a passion for refined craftsmanship, Mary transforms simple concepts into timeless pieces that exude confidence and class. Under her leadership, the label continues to redefine contemporary luxury—one masterpiece at a time.
Chukwuemeka Moses Simon
Chukwuemeka Moses Simon is a fashion lecturer at Yaba College of Technology and Covenant University. He is the founder of HEM, a clothing brand that majors in corporate, casual and traditional wears for men and women. Fashion to him is more than a statement, it is a lens through which diverse people express themselves in style art and culture.