{"id":16232,"date":"2026-10-22T12:58:20","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/?p=16232"},"modified":"2026-10-22T12:59:09","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:59:09","slug":"nigerian-most-decorated-award-winning-fashion-designer-of-the-year-lk-mon-ami-headlines-miss-kwara-beauty-pageant-2026-historic-ceremony-in-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/nigerian-most-decorated-award-winning-fashion-designer-of-the-year-lk-mon-ami-headlines-miss-kwara-beauty-pageant-2026-historic-ceremony-in-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigeria’s Most Decorated Award-Winning Fashion Designer of the Year, LK MON AMI headlines MISS KWARA BEAUTY PAGEANT 2026 Historic Ceremony in December"},"content":{"rendered":"

*Epoch event dedicated to celebrating the beauty, intelligence, confidence and potentials of young women<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*Pageantry provides medium for young women to showcase personality, creativity; cultural identity, leadership qualities and commitment to making a positive impact in society<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*A-list Royal Father, Local Government functionaries, Ministry of Arts, Culture & Tourism to witness history<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*Physical audition commences on Saturday, 24 October 2026, by 10:00 AM at S\u2019heema Hotel, Tanke, Ilorin, Kwara State<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*\u201cMiss Kwara is about giving our young women a platform to be seen, heard and celebrated. We want to showcase the beauty and diversity of Kwara while giving our contestants an opportunity to grow, connect and represent something bigger than themselves. The organisers are inviting eligible young women from across Kwara State who possess confidence, character, intelligence, elegance and a passion for representing their state to participate. To be a part, partner or inquiry, kindly WhatsApp: +1 708) 916 0364, +2348102624835, +2347019660497 or email: nathoyinloye2018@gmail.com\u201d<\/strong><\/span>– DR. NATHANIEL OYINLOYE FOUNDATION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*BY SHOLAPE OLU ADEBAYO\/ARTS & CULTURE CORRESPONDENT\/Houston, Texas, NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER INC USA<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

IN a bid to empower the young girls, showcase their intelligence, beauty, create undiluted networking opportunities for them and celebrate the rich cultural identities of Kwara State, a highly respected non-governmental organisation, Dr. Nathaniel Oyinloye Foundation certified by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) with registration number 9197885 is leading the way for humanity by staging the first-ever Miss Kwara Beauty Pageant, come late December this year.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE: LK MON AMI EXQUISITE DESIGNS ON DISPLAY:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Leading the important dignitaries on the high table is Larry Kay Ojomo, widely known by his fashion brand name Mon Ami (or LK Mon Ami), a veteran and award-winning Nigerian fashion designer from who rose to prominence in the 1990s and 2000s is expected to grace the occasion in a grand way.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

LK Mon Ami, who was the 1st runner-up in the Nigeria Fashion Show (1998) and Nigeria Designer of the Year (1999), served as a costume designer and consultant for major pageants, including Miss Nigeria, Miss World \/ Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, the Commonwealth International Supermodel showcase and served as a headline designer for the Queen Moremi Ajasoro (QMA) pageant, unveiling collections at Africa Fashion Week London will be one of main judges at this much-awaited ceremony that will take place in Kwara State.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE: SUPERSTAR NIGERIAN FASHION DESIGNER, LK MON AMI…STEPS OUT IN STYLE:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The choice of LK Mon Ami as a guest judge in the pageantry is because he is famous for dramatic, high-impact evening wear, jackets, waistcoats, and themed runway features-most notably the Baileys Collection (inspired by the Irish cream liqueur) showcased at the Africa International Fashion Week; as he creatively blends 1960s\/1970s retro elements, tailored jackets, and African cultural aesthetics (drawing inspiration from traditional African women\u2019s twisted headgear and silhouettes).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Of his expectation for the event, LK Mon Ami said: \u201cI have been seriously busy all year-round in the country and outside Nigeria attending various fashion projects. I\u2019d surely do my best to turn up for Miss Kwara beauty pageantry despite my tight schedule\u201d.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Also, on the VIP high table arrangements are First Class Royal Fathers, Local Government functionaries, top officials from the Ministry of Arts, Culture & Tourism to witness history.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

To the beauty event, this is a new platform dedicated to celebrating the beauty, intelligence, confidence, culture and potentials of young women in Kwara State where brain, beauty and culture inter-relate at once.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE: STILL ON THE UNIQUE DESIGN OF LK MON AMI:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In a press statement released, it reads: \u201cThe pageant is designed to provide a platform for young women across Kwara State to showcase not only their beauty, but also their intelligence, personality, creativity, cultural identity, leadership qualities and commitment to making a positive impact in society.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The organisers say the initiative is aimed at creating greater visibility and opportunities for young women in the state while promoting Kwara\u2019s rich cultural heritage and projecting the state positively beyond its borders.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE: MODELS STRUTING THE RUNWAY TO SHOW TALENTS, COURTESY: LK MON AMI ALBUM:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The physical audition will take place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, by 10:00 AM at S\u2019heema Hotel, Tanke, Ilorin, Kwara State.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

For applicants who may be unable to attend physically, an online audition will also be held on Friday, 23 October 2026, by 10:00 AM.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The organisers are inviting eligible young women from across Kwara State who possess confidence, character, intelligence, elegance and a passion for representing their state to participate.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE: MODELS STRUTING THE RUNWAY TO SHOW TALENTS, COURTESY: LK MON AMI ALBUM:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond the crown, Miss Kwara is expected to serve as a medium for visibility, personal development, media exposure, networking and opportunities for the eventual winner and participants.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The organisers are also engaging media organisations, corporate bodies, government institutions, cultural organisations and individuals to support the initiative as partners in building a stronger platform for young women in Kwara.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

To be a part, partner or make inquiry, kindly send leave your messages on: WhatsApp: +1 708) 916 0364, +2348102624835, +2347019660497 or email: nathoyinloye2018@gmail.com<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

According to the organisers, the vision is to make Miss Kwara more than a conventional beauty competition.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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*PICTURE:\u00a0 LK MON AMI LUXURIOUS BAG…THE GQ SIGNATURE:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The organisers further stated that the pageant will place emphasis on beauty, intelligence, culture, confidence, character and purpose, with contestants expected to demonstrate what makes them worthy ambassadors of Kwara State.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMiss Kwara is about giving our young women a platform to be seen, heard and celebrated. We want to showcase the beauty and diversity of Kwara while giving our contestants an opportunity to grow, connect and represent something bigger than themselves,\u201d the signed statement under Dr. Nathaniel Oyinloye added.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*AUDITION DETAILS:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Physical Audition:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, 24 October 2026, Time: 10:00 AM<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Venue: S\u2019heema Hotel, Tanke, Ilorin, Kwara State<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*Online Audition:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Friday, 23 October 2026, Time: 10:00 AM<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Interested participants and members of the public are encouraged to follow the official Miss Kwara platforms on social media for registration information, eligibility requirements and further updates.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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