the team
The md / CEo
mrs. Princess Kelechi Oghene
MD/CEO Of GMYT Fashion Academy
Founder Of GMYT Foundation
CEO Of Gahawards
Biography
PRINCESS KELECHI OGHENE is the MD/CEO of GMYT FASHION ACADEMY, a foremost fashion institution well-known for its giant strides in the fashion industry evidenced by the training and creation of new generation of fashion entrepreneurs. The optimistic philosophy that she has adopted has been much solace to her in her journey towards achieving her goals and being a big reader with a strong appetite for learning which prompted her to attend several workshops and training. Today, we are proud to say that she has bagged several degrees and qualifications from notable institutions; She is an alumnus of Lagos State University, Lagos Business School, London School of Fashion, Harvard Business School, STC Training Centre and Modus Academy Dubai just to mention but a few; these have made her more structured and exceptional in her business dealings.
The Advisory Board
mr. chike ogeah
vice chairman SAHCOL,
former commissioner for
information delta state
Biography
Chike is a 1983 graduate of Psychology and a 1988 graduate of Law, both from the University of Lagos and Barrister at Law in 1990, from the Nigerian Law School.After practicing as a Legal Practitioner for a number of years with Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore (Legal Practitioners), he started his own Law Practice, Ogeah & Co.
With a keen interest in Governance and International relations, Chike moved on to work in the Presidency of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and also worked in the National Planning Commission, in the capacity of Special Assistant to two Chief Economic Advisers to the President. Early career successes in Government were followed with an appointment as the National Coordinator of the successful, States Economic Empowerment Development Strategy (SEEDS). Chike then proceeded to work as a Facilitating Consultant in the Office of the Millennium Development Goals also within the Presidency.
DR. IDEH ELISHAMA
founder/president, christ
the ever present ministries
(CTEM) initiator/founder,
partnership for a new
nigeria (PFANN)
Biography
Dr.Elishama Rosemary Ideh is a called Evangelist that operates with a distinct prophetic apostolic voice unto the Nations.She is the president/founder of Christ The Ever Present Ministry(CTEM)Lagos,a faith based organization that provides succor and hope for the hurting and the lost generation through CTEM.She is also the initiator of Partnership For A New Nigeria(PFANN)a social advocacy group committed to awakening the consciousness of all Nigerians towards engendering the birth of A NEW NIGERIA and the realization of God’s Agenda for Nigeria.She is also the founder of Elishama Ideh Ministries(Mentoring Women,Raising Leaders) ElishamaIdehMinistries.com
She is a minister,author,a much sought after conference speaker,philanthropist,enterpreneur,media personality,political activist and a social crusader.A mother of three,Evangelist Elishama holds a B.A in Mass Communication from Bowie State College(Now-Bowie State University)Maryland USA.She is currently into full-time ministry
prince adedapo adelegan
president and chairman of
council of the nigerian-british chamber
of commerce, gubernatorial candidate for the ondo
state election under the african democratic congress (ADC).
Biography
Adedapo Oluwaseyi Adelegan is a Marketer and PR Consultant per excellence with a vision amongst other things, to positively influence and impart the world with the investment of his personality. Through sheer ingenuity and demonstration of professionalism coupled with a passion for the advancement of Africa, Adedapo Adelegan, the Managing Director, PR Africa International, has distinguished himself in the area of public relations.
Mr. Adelegan’s foray into entrepreneurship started with his successful planning and execution of Lekki Sunsplash, Africa’s biggest musical event in 1988. This concert led to a radical re-engineering that changed the Nigerian musical scene. Conceptualized, packaged and promoted by DP Lekki Limited, the concert was created as a podium and vehicle for introducing and harnessing the abundant talents in the nation’s music industry.
A proven academic and a rare breed, Adedapo Adelegan fuses irrepressible entrepreneurial flair with strong corporate leadership. By taking over PR Africa International and transforming it from an industry laggard to a pre-eminent position in the industry, he carved a niche for himself with his now legendary knack for turn-around management and visionary leadership.
REV. MRS. LAURIE IDAHOSA
co-founder, nathan american
academy & big ben’s
children’s hospital
Biography
Rev. Mrs. Laurie Whetstone- Idahosa was born in Wilmington, Delaware, USA in a Pastors home. She married Bishop F.E. Benson Idahosa in 2002. They have been blessed with four sons, Benson (2007, deceased) Feb Jr. (2008), Nathaniel (2011) and Judah (2013.)
She has traveled to over 40 countries with renowned ministries, spreading the gospel. She graduated from the School of Biblical Studies and the School of Ministerial Training in New Castle, DE and received her Bachelors in Christian Ministry from Chesapeake Bible College and Seminary in Maryland, USA. She also trained as a missionary, an Emergency Medical Technician, First Aid and CPR instructor and a Disaster Relief Responder. She is a gifted event manager, real estate investor and has owned several successful businesses. She is trilingual in Spanish, Pidgin and English. Since 2003, Rev. Laurie is currently the Director of Campus Life Division and member of Executive Management in Benson Idahosa University.
mrs. Katerina Gould
pR / Marketing professional and
Awarded fashion Designer.
CEO PR & kate gould brand
(london). member of woman in
pR UK, PRCA UK.
Biography
A graduate of McGill University and the University of Oxford, Minister Gould is passionate about public service and international development. Before her election as the Member of Parliament for Burlington, she worked as a trade and investment specialist for the Mexican Trade Commission in Toronto, a consultant for the Migration and Development Program at the Organization of American States in Washington, D.C., and spent a year volunteering at an orphanage in Mexico.
Minister Gould has deep roots in her hometown of Burlington, Ontario, and is an active member of the community and an advocate for women’s issues and affordable housing. She has volunteered with and actively supports the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club, the Burlington chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women, the Mississauga Furniture Bank, Halton Women’s Place, and other local organizations.
Mrs UCHENNA OGWO
Founding and the Managing Partner of Bridgeforte Attorneys
Biography
Uchenna Ogwo is a Founding and the Managing Partner of Bridgeforte Attorneys.
She graduated from the University of Nigeria and is seasoned commercial lawyer
with over 18 years’ experience providing professional advice to both Nigerian and
Cross-border Clients principally on business establishment, International joint
venture transactions, compliance, corporate restructuring, refinancing, and
immigration.
She obtained an Executive MBA from the London School of Business and
Economics, and is currently a student of Toronto School of Management (TSoM)
Ontario Canada. She has cognate experience in the Legal aspects of Contracts
Documentation, Intellectual Property Law and Labour & Productivity Law. She
had consulted for the United Nations (UNEP) as the National Legal Consultant on
Environmental Law matters on the project – Independent Assessment of the
Environment and Public Health Impacts of Oil contamination in Ogoniland, in the
Niger Delta, and actively adds value on the various boards she serves on as legal
adviser.
The AdMIN
Fakayode Olaide A
Head, Technical & Business Development
Biography
Fakayode Olaide A is a gradute of Computer Science and Engineering from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho. Also a Registered License-Endorsed Research and Experience
cadre of Institute of Student Affairs Management. Skilled as a research major, strategy and solutions as well as creative intelligence.
OGUNWALE OLUDARE
Accountant Supervisor
Biography
Ogunwale Oludare olamilekan was born in Abeokuta on the 22nd April, is a product of Lagsos state polytechnic. He studied accounting with upper credit. He had 5years working experience as an accountant in different organization. He is very passionate on financial analyst and TAX
mr. Nonso Anyanwu
ICT/E-Commerce Supervisor at GMYT Fashion Academy
Biography
Mr Anyanwu Chinonso was born in Abia state. He is a graduate of Michael Okpara University of agriculture umudike where he studied computer engineering.
He is skilled in graphic designing, content writing and digital marketing.
mr. Olajire Olawale
ICT/E-Commerce personnel at GMYT Fashion Academy
Biography
Mr Olajire Olawale was born in Oyo state, he is a graduate of Electrical Engineering (Power Option) from The Polytechnic, Ibadan. He got his digital marketing certification from “Google Digital Skills for Africa” where he studied fundamentals of digital marketing. He is skilled in graphics designing, motion graphics, Illustrations, photo manipulations and content writing.
mr. Akinyemi Omosule
Level 3 ICT/E-Commerce Personnel at GMYT fashion academy
Biography
Mr Akinyemi Omosule was born in Lagos State on the 7th July. Studied Computer science in Oduduwa University Osun State, A Graphics Designer, Web Developer and a Video Editor He is a passionate, visual art story-teller with a strong desire to deliver world-class photography and also a Redhat Linux Administrator
The Facilitators
MR. Abiri Abdul-Afeez
Head of School at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
ABIRI ABDUL -AFEEZ is from Edo State ,Etsako West local government area, He was born on July 18. Abdul Afeez is a fashion designer and Pattern instructor/ Pattern Consultant/Pattern interpreter with Gmyt Fashion Academy for over 5 years , He is the Head Of School (H.O.S) of the Academy. He is a graduate of Business Administration and Management from Federal Polytechnich Auchi.
MISS JOY
Project Manager at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
Onoda Joy is from Enugu State and was born in Lagos State on 2nd of February.
She is a Patternist/ Fashion Consultant/ Facilitator and Project Manager of the Academy. She has Diploma in Public Administration and Pattern Drafting. She is an alumna of the Academy and has been with the company for over 3years.
Abiodun Olamilekan
level 3 Staff
HOD and Pattern Drafting instructor at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
Abiodun Olamilekan is from Ogun state, a technical pattern maker, a facilitator at gmyt fashion Academy and head of department for academic studies. A BS.c holder in accounting-education. He has skill-set in visual merchandising, he has achieved a lot in different aspect of fashion works such as creative fashion management course, team mastery certificate from Udemy.
Mrs Amakor, Oluchi Esther
Facilitator and welfare assistant at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
Mrs Amakor, Oluchi Esther. is a facilitator in this prestigious Fashion Academy with 2 years and half working experience, and happen to be the welfare assistant.
Nathaniel Omeyoma
HOD Manual Illustration Instructor at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
Omeyoma Nathaniel Oghenovo is an indegine of Delta State Ugheli-South.
He was born on the 27th of Nov. His graduate with Diploma in fashion design and dress making and an alumina of Nobel Afrik.
He is the HOD of Manual Fashion illustration for GMYT fashion academy and has worked over 5years.
Also a fashion designer/fashion illustration consultant and an artist.
Esther Odeyemi
manual Illustration Instructor at GMYT fashion Academy
Biography
Miss Esther Odeyemi is an indegine of Lagos State. She was born on the 21st of July.
She is a graduate of information and comminication Engineering from Covenant university
She is a passionate Artist, Graphics designer and Entrepreneur. She is a manual Illustration instructor at GMYT Fashion Academy.