With the upcoming fifth edition of Aba Fashion Week on the horizon, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, has voiced his strong support for the event. He emphasized its crucial function in connecting the realms of fashion, policy development, entrepreneurial ventures, and sustainable industrial advancement.
Abaribe, a passionate proponent of the “Made in Aba” campaign, commended the organizers for expanding the festival’s scope beyond traditional runway showcases to incorporate advocacy initiatives and business development programs. He identified the festival as a pivotal driver for promoting indigenous content and accelerating industrial growth.
In recent developments, the leadership of Aba Fashion Week, spearheaded by Founder Ugomdi Ogbonna and Managing Partner Chinyere Akataobi, held strategic consultations with key legislators at the National Assembly. These discussions focused on formulating policies aimed at boosting prospects within Aba’s dynamic fashion and manufacturing sectors.
“Fashion must evolve beyond mere artistic display to become a tool for empowering local artisans and business owners,” Abaribe remarked. He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that resonate with his vision for homegrown industrial expansion, viewing Aba Fashion Week as a natural progression of the Made in Aba movement.
Founder Ugomdi Ogbonna expressed gratitude for the senator’s unwavering backing of Aba’s creative and manufacturing industries. “Senator Abaribe has been a cornerstone in Aba’s industrial transformation. His endorsement of Aba Fashion Week reinforces our belief that merging creativity, commerce, and policy is essential to elevating fashion from cultural expression to a powerful economic engine,” he stated.
Additionally, Managing Partner Chinyere Akataobi emphasized that the event aims to transcend a typical fashion show, positioning itself as a comprehensive platform for industry advocacy and long-term sustainable development.