Eko Hotels and Suites was a stunning showcase of beauty and elegance on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 as the Beauty in Motherland Fair kicked off its three-day celebration with an unforgettable dinner party.
The evening attracted a number of media personalities and beauty influencers, all of whom arrived in stunning attire, adding to the glamor of the event.
The highlight of the evening was the awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions to the beauty industry, with winners proudly accepting their accolades.
The audience was treated to a moving spoken word performance celebrating Nigeria. Dressed in a striking red gown, the artist paid a heartfelt tribute to Nigeria to mark the occasion of Nigeria’s independence.
Opening the celebration, the Lagos State Minister of Tourism, Toke Benson, expressed his admiration for Nigeria’s Independence Day and commended the men in attendance for their support of the beauty industry.
She also encouraged parents to let their children be whatever they want to be, adding that the world is expanding now and there are many good career paths one can follow.
Beatrice Hene, founder of Beauty in Motherland, also greeted attendees and thanked them for their support.
The three-day event featured a variety of activities including conferences, beauty product displays, and shopping experiences.
Among the notables in attendance were Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Group Managing Director, Fidelity Bank PLC; Toke Makinwa, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Tobe Uge and others.
