Founder of Sonayon Couture Shines at Africa Future Leadership Conference, Bags Dual Honours.
By Raymond Enoch
In a resounding celebration of creativity and leadership, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sonayon Couture has been conferred with the Iconic Fashion & Creative Enterprise Leadership Award and honoured as the African Fashion Designer of the Year at the 10th Anniversary of the Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards (AFLCA 10.0).
The grand ceremony, held at the prestigious Pistis Hub, Maryland, Lagos, brought together distinguished personalities, innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the African continent to commemorate a decade of excellence in leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
While presenting the award, Ambassador Mark Idiahi, a renowned youth and leadership advocate, lauded the remarkable achievements of the Sonayon Couture brand. He praised the founder’s unwavering commitment to authenticity, creativity, and enterprise, describing the honouree as “a true ambassador of African fashion and a beacon of inspiration for emerging creatives across the continent.”
Over the years, Sonayon Couture has carved a niche as one of Africa’s most innovative fashion houses, blending cultural heritage with contemporary design to tell compelling African stories through style. This dual recognition at AFLCA 10.0 further cements the brand’s position as a trailblazer redefining the fashion and creative enterprise landscape in Africa.
In her appreciation speech, the Founder of Sonayon Couture expressed gratitude to the organisers of the Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards, reiterating her commitment to empowering young designers and promoting African excellence through fashion.
“This honour is not just a recognition of my work, but a testament to the creativity, resilience, and limitless potential of African fashion,” she remarked. “Sonayon Couture will continue to champion authentic African artistry and inspire a new generation of creators.”
The Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards (AFLCA), now in its 10th year, continues to serve as a platform for recognising visionary leaders, innovators, and change-makers who are shaping Africa’s future across diverse sectors.
With this latest milestone, Sonayon Couture’s founder stands tall among Africa’s emerging icons — a symbol of passion, purpose, and progress in the ever-evolving global fashion industry.
