Lagos’s December season is known for music, but fashion has its place too. Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) held a “Detty December Edition” at the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History in Onikan, Lagos, in 2025. This article summarises what that edition offered, why the venue matters, and how to follow announcements for future editions. It reports the 2025 edition; no 2026 dates have been confirmed in the sources we checked, so confirm with the organisers before you plan a trip.
The 2025 Edition at a Glance
According to a report in The Guardian Nigeria, published on 10 October 2025:
| Dates | 20 and 21 December 2025 |
| Venue | J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan, Lagos |
| Format | A two-day festival with fashion presentations, live music, cultural performances and sustainability-themed exhibitions, in a marketplace-style setting |
| Entry | Free, with advance registration required for crowd management and security |
| Organisers | Led by founder and executive director Queen Aderonke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi, with Elizabeth Igwe as communications and PR director |
The report adds that AFWN has reportedly hosted more than 3,000 designers and drawn over 90,000 participants since it began. Those are the organisers’ figures as reported, not independently verified by us.
Why the Venue Matters
The J. Randle Centre is dedicated to Yoruba culture and history. Placing a fashion event there ties clothing to heritage, an idea the organisers described as a way to link fashion with Nigeria’s cultural calendar. Yoruba dress is a rich subject on its own; read our guides to traditional attire for men, wedding attire and how aso oke is woven.
What Fashion Events Offer Designers and Visitors
- Designers: a platform to show collections and meet buyers and stylists.
- Visitors: a chance to see and buy African-made clothing and accessories.
- Culture lovers: performances and exhibitions that put fashion in a wider context.
How to Plan for the Next Edition
- Follow AFWN’s official website and social media for dates, designer calls, volunteer registration and media accreditation.
- Register early if entry is free but registration is required, as it was in 2025.
- Combine your trip with other December events; see the Detty December 2026 guide and our events calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was AFWN’s Detty December edition held in 2025?
At the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History in Onikan, Lagos.
Was entry free?
Yes, but advance registration was required.
Is there a 2026 edition?
We have not found confirmed 2026 dates. Check the organisers’ official channels.
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