Fashion Junkie 3.0; HOK Model management set to Give Benin city a show as it sets to Host Nigeria’s Most Vibrant Fashion show of the year
Benin City is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host Fashion Junkie 3.0, a major fashion and lifestyle event poised to spotlight Nigeria’s finest creative talents. Scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, this third edition is shaping up to be more than just a fashion show—it’s a full-scale cultural festival that champions youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and high fashion.
Organized by HOK Model Management, Fashion Junkie 3.0 promises a dynamic blend of runway excellence, trade exhibitions, and leadership-driven discussions. The event’s theme is rooted in African pride and progressive entrepreneurship, inviting attendees to experience a creative fusion of style, culture, and business. From emerging designers and fashion entrepreneurs to beauty brands and cultural exhibitors, Fashion Junkie 3.0 is not only a celebration of fashion—it is a catalyst for innovation and community growth. In a city that’s fast becoming a hotspot for youth-led transformation, the event is a call to action for the new wave of Nigerian creatives, with pioneering brands as frontline sponsors, amongst the likes of The Reputable MTN, Johnnie Walker, EDO STATE GOVERNMENT etc, and the biggest and most reputable of businesses in benin city as partners… I am sure you know this groundbreaking.
A Casting Call that shook the entire city with almost 500 models in attendance
The momentum leading up to the festival reached an exciting peak on May 10th, 2025, when the official runway casting call was held. Nearly 500 aspiring models turned up in Benin City for a chance to walk the Fashion Junkie runway, highlighting the magnitude and credibility the festival has amassed over its previous editions. Young men and women from within and outside benin converged to show off their potential and join the prestigious ranks of runway talent, with a 3 yr old amongst other talented little children stole the show and left mouths of adults present wide open with their jaws on the floor as they graciously strutted the long runway showcasing absolutely little about them but trained mastery as the walked.
The casting event wasn’t just about picking models; it was a community experience, full of fashion, ambition, and raw creative energy. This overwhelming turnout has set a thrilling tone for the upcoming main event, promising a runway show that will spotlight some of Nigeria’s most promising new faces in fashion.
Guests can look forward to a high-energy runway show featuring bold new collections from emerging and established designers. The event will include a vibrant trade fair showcasing fashion items, handmade accessories, local brands, food, and lifestyle innovations. Leadership panels and masterclasses will bring industry leaders to the stage to speak on entrepreneurship, branding, and sustainable business models in fashion. The experience will be rounded out with live entertainment and opportunities for meaningful networking in a visually captivating, culturally inspired space.
Fashion Junkie 3.0 will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, starting at 2:30 PM at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City. Tickets range from the Sankofa Regular Pass at ₦5,000, to Ubuntu seating at ₦50,000, and exclusive tables such as Zulu for six at ₦300,000 and The Royal Table for eight at ₦500,000. Tickets and vendor bookings are available on PEVENT.ng.
Fashion Junkie 3.0 is not just about clothes and catwalks—it’s about visibility, voice, and value. It offers a platform where fashion meets purpose, where beauty aligns with business, and where the youth of Nigeria are given the tools and opportunities to shine.
Benin City is ready. The creatives are ready. Are you?
Stay tuned, stay stylish. Fashion Junkie 3.0 awaits.
