Ruth Erikan James popularly known as Veekee James represents
a distinguished Nigerian fashion designer, gospel singer and entrepreneur who
brings groundbreaking and tasteful designs that profoundly shape modern African
fashion. She celebrated her 29-year-old birthday in 2024. One of the best contributions by Veekee is her bridal wear, which she has made specifically for many Nigerian and international celebrities. It is a story of hard work, commitment and love for fashion that has given her many awards and recognition.
Early Life and Education
Born on June 9, 1995, in Nsit Atai, Akwa Ibom State,
Nigeria. She originates from Nsit Atai in Akwa Ibom State but spent her
childhood years in Ajegunle located in Lagos State. She completed her primary
and secondary education in Ajegunle, Lagos before enrolling at the University
of Uyo to study Biochemistry in 2015. Veekee James abandoned her college degree
at the university to pursue her dream in the fashion industry. The early
fashion industry involvement of Veekee received significant influence from her
mother who worked as a tailor and this led her to achieve notable success in
her fashion career.
Career
The fashion designer Veekee James launched her brand
"Veekee James" to the public in 2019. The fashion business started at
Lagos Mainland later moved to Lagos Island to access a larger market of
opportunities. Her brand specialize in bespoke bridal gowns and red-carpet
dresses, her work seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with traditional African
elements, appealing to a diverse clientele. Mercy Chinwo, Toke Makinwa, and
Osas Ighodaro became prominent examples of the leading fashion industry figures
that wear Veekee James's designs which solidified her position in the fashion industry.
Veekee incorporated gospel music into her professional
pursuits by releasing her debut single "Nothing Less" in May 2023
followed by the release of "Olugbeja" in the same year which
showcased her musical versatility along with her deep musical passion.
Personal Life
The fashion designer Veekee celebrated her engagement to her
fiancé Femi Atere in October of 2023. The couple held traditional celebrations
in February 2024 at Akwa Ibom State then proceeded to their vintage-themed
white wedding in Lagos Nigeria. The
couples union has been a focal point on social media, reflecting their strong
bond and shared interests. The couple often collaborates on various projects
and maintains Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channel, offering fans insight
into their life together.
Net Worth
Veekee James achieved a net worth of approximately $500,000
during 2024 by establishing success through her fashion business and musical
career together with her active presence on social media.
Awards and Recognition
In recognition of her outstanding contributions to fashion,
Veekee received several awards, including the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice
Award (AMVCA) for Best Designer in 2021 and the Herconomy Award for Fashion
Designer of the Year in 2022. In 2023, she was honored with the Future Awards
Africa Prize for Fashion, and legit entertainment award for celebrity stylist
of the year 2024. She hosted the 18th edition of the Future Awards Africa
(2024).
Legacy and impact
The Ajegunle Lagos Nigeria native Veekee James has inspired
numerous creative individuals throughout her development from a young
underprivileged girl to become a recognized fashion designer and gospel
performer. Through her fusion work of traditional African designs and
contemporary approaches her brand achieves new heights while displaying African
culture to international audiences.
Veekee James Husband, Femi Atere Biography and Net worth
Femi Atere, born on May 13th in Lagos State, Nigeria, is a Nigerian entrepreneur renowned for his ventures in cleaning services and travel consultancy. He is the founder and CEO of Mr tidy cleaning services and Vaya global travel & Tours. Femi originates from Lagos State among the Yoruba people of Nigeria. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Policy and Strategic Studies from Covenant University upon finishing his studies in 2012. As of 2024, Femi Atere's net worth is estimated to be approximately $250,000, accrued through his entrepreneurial ventures in the cleaning and travel consultancy sectors.
Controversies
People have criticized Veekee because she frequently shows intimate details of her marriage through are social media post. Blessing CEO and Uche Maduagwu along with other social media celebrities have urge her to maintain her marriage details offline because they fear such public revelation could damage her union. Although she encounter negative evaluation for being too open online, she continues sharing content that reveals her life and work through social media presence.
Personal Identity and Community Profile
Veekee James is a social media guru; she posts designs, status updates, religion, and events in her life. She has a sizeable audience on her Instagram account; however, sometimes, her posts may seem boring, as she updates it infrequently Being active on the platform, she has accumulated a significant number of followers who can find behind-the-scenes content, glimpses of her work, and her personal experiences.
Her figure has also been of significant concern to the public flavor with many asking whether she has gone under the knife to enhance her looks. She has been able to address these rumors by letting people know that she has not undergone any body modification surgeries and her curvy figure is natural.
Future Aspirations
In fact, she is not yet done with her dreams; she dreams big. She only has revealed that she dreams of going back to school one day and continue with her fashion business. She further aspires to design more influential and classy apparels that can enhance the beauty of women thereby encourage other designers to follow their dreams.
