Princess Oghene
Princess Kelechi Oghene also known as Princess Oghene (born 19 July) is a Nigerian entrepreneur and fashion executive. She is the founder of GMYT Academy, a fashion institution headquartered in Lagos State, Nigeria.
Princess Oghene
- Name
- Princess Kelechi Oghene
- Born
- YYYY 11 25
- Birthplace
- Zamfara State
- Education
- Lagos State University; Harvard Business School
- Occupation
- Fashion executive
- Nationality
- Nigeria
- Languages
- English · Igbo · Nigerian Pidgin
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Princess Kelechi Oghene also known as Princess Oghene (born 19 July) is a Nigerian entrepreneur and fashion executive. She is the founder of GMYT Academy, a fashion institution headquartered in Lagos State, Nigeria.
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Princess Oghene was a Nigerian entrepreneur and fashion designer. The entrepreneur was born in Zamfara State. Princess Oghene studied at Harvard Business School, Lagos Business School and Lagos State University, among others. Languages used include English, Hausa and Igbo.
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• Name — Princess Kelechi Oghene • Born — YYYY 11 25 • Birthplace — Zamfara State • Education — Lagos State University; Harvard Business School • Occupation — Fashion executive • Years Active — 2005-till date
Early life and education
Early life and education
Princess Oghene was born on 19 July in Gusau, Zamfara State but originally hails from Southern Nigeria, Delta State. She acquired her primary and secondary education in Lagos State, where she also spent most of her childhood. In 2010, she graduated from the Lagos State University with a Bachelors' Degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management. In 2017, she graduated from the Lagos Business School. In 2018, she proceeded to the University of the Arts, London College of Fashion and later on, Harvard Business School. In 2024, she received a certification in Global Business Strategy from China Europe International Business school (CEIBS).
Career
Career
Oghene’s passion for fashion started early and was greatly influenced by her mother. She came to limelight when she became the face of Delta Soap, alongside Sandra Okagbue. However, she officially started her fashion career in 2004 when she launched her fashion store. In 2005, she founded GMYT fashion academy, while still undergoing her undergraduate studies. In 2017, she launched the GMYT Foundation, an NGO focused on women empowerment and training of fashion entrepreneurs. In 2019, she was recognized by the Women's Choice Awards Africa, as the model of the year. She was also named the Enterprising Fashion Designer of the Year for Green October Event 2017 and was recognized for her contribution to the fashion industry in the 2016 Green October Event. In April 2024, Princess was awarded an honorary doctorate from Prowess University Delaware at the Africa's under 40 CEO Awards and Summit which she was also a recipient.
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- 1.I plan to train 500 women in fashion in 2019 — Kelechi Oghene. Vanguard.
- 2.Ibeh, Royal. Lagos School Denies Expelling Students Over Complaints About Poor Curriculum. Leadership. 2023-10-03.
- 3.79 students inducted into GMYT Fashion Academy. The Guardian. 2018-04-14.
- 4.Bailey, Bunmi. GMYT's CEO, Kelechi announces Scholarships, advocates Women's Empowerment in Fashion Industry. BusinessDay. 2020-07-19.
- 5.The Team. GAHA Awards. 2021-07-23.
- 6.Dr. Princess Kelechi Oghene earns CEIBS certification in global business strategy. The Guardian. 2024-05-17.
- 7.Princess Kelechi Oghene Gets China Europe Business Honour. Independent. 2024-06-22.
- 8.Ojoye, Taiwo. Beauty without brain is nothing –Princess, Face of Delta soap. The Punch. 2017-11-18.
- 9.Princess Kelechi Oghene: I built myself to become what I have always admired. The Nation.
- 10.GMYT Fashion Academy Unveils New Curriculum. Leadership. 2023-08-27.
- 11.Olagunju, David. Glamour as Princess Oghene opens House of GYMT. Nigerian Tribune. 2017-01-01.
- 12.Princess Kelechi Oghene launches foundation – The Sun Nigeria. The Sun.
- 13.Foundation trains 500 entrepreneurs on fashion design. Vanguard.
- 14.Mawuli, David. Oprah Winfrey, Wiyaala, Princess Kelechi Oghene, Sarkodie, Yvonne Nelson, others nominated for Women's Choice Awards Africa. Pulse Ghana. 2019-03-13.
- 15.Kelechi Oghene bags honorary doctorate. Vanguard.
- 16.Omidiji, Rachael. Princess Kelechi Oghene Awarded Honorary Doctorate for Outstanding Leadership. Nigerian Tribune. 2024-04-15.
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Princess Oghene studied at Harvard Business School, Lagos Business School, Lagos State University and London College of Fashion.
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