Five Established Women Shaping Abuja’s Wedding & Event Industry
As luxury weddings in Abuja grow more sophisticated, a new generation of women-led brands is
shaping how the city celebrates through design, detail, and experience.
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“In Abuja today, events are no longer just organized. They are designed, curated, and
experienced.”
Abuja’s wedding and event industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past
decade, emerging as one of Nigeria’s most vibrant lifestyle sectors. What was once defined by
modest gatherings has evolved into a thriving culture of luxury weddings, driven by creativity,
precision, and elevated guest experiences.
With this evolution has come a shift in expectations. Clients now demand more than
coordination. They seek refined execution, premium vendors, and bespoke services capable of
delivering memorable, well crafted experiences.
At the heart of this transformation are women entrepreneurs whose work continues to shape
how weddings and social events are conceived and delivered across the capital.
CHIOMA MBAMAH
Founder, Chipsy’s Oven
Within the expanding market for luxury wedding cakes in Abuja, Chioma Mbamah has
distinguished herself through craftsmanship, precision, and artistic expression. Through
Chipsy’s Oven, she creates bespoke cakes that serve not only as desserts but as defining visual
elements of modern celebrations.
Her work has earned national recognition, including commissions for the Presidency during
Democracy Day and Independence Day celebrations. With extensive certifications and training
across Nigeria, Dubai, London, the United States, and Brazil, she continues to refine her craft
while contributing to the broader growth of cake artistry.
In 2026, she further strengthened her industry presence through engagements with the globally
recognized International Cake Exploration Société, reflecting her continued contribution to
professional development within the cake industry.
Beyond her creations, she has trained over 100 students through classes and exhibitions,
reinforcing her role in nurturing emerging talent.
Her work continues to elevate cake design from confectionery to a defining element of luxury
celebration.
NIKE OGUNFAYO
Founder, Classic Golden Pot
Nike Ogunfayo is the CEO of Classic Golden Pot Catering Services, a well established Abuja
based catering brand known for delivering premium culinary experiences at large scale events.
A seasoned culinary entrepreneur, she has led the company’s growth over several decades,
building one of the region’s most respected catering brands, recognized for its precision,
creativity, and consistency. Her work spans intlmate gatherings to large scale celebrations, with
a reputation for delivering tailored menus and refined presentation.
Beyond execution, her expertise extends to business structure and strategy, including portion
control, operational efficiency, and profitability within the catering space. She has also
contributed to industry development through masterclasses and speaking engagements focused
on catering excellence.
Through her leadership, Classic Golden Pot has become synonymous with quality service and
innovation, reinforcing its position within Abuja’s premium catering landscape.
Her work reinforces the role of catering as both a service and a cornerstone of the guest
experience.
FUNKE AWOBOKUN
Founder, Cocktails In & Out
Funke Awobokun is the founder of Cocktails In & Out, a pioneering brand within Nigeria’s
cocktail and hospitality space. A certified mixologist trained at the Shaker Bar School
International, she has established herself as a leader in experiential beverage service.
Her brand is credited with popularizing mobile cocktail bar services, transforming cocktails from
a supporting element into a defining feature of contemporary events. Through curated menus
and immersive setups, she has elevated beverage service into an experience in its own right.
A lawyer, restaurateur, and entrepreneur, she brings over a decade of experience in high end
hospitality and has been featured on the cover of Wedding Planner Magazine. She has also
contributed to industry conversations as a speaker at platforms such as The Event Xperience
Africa.
She was recently recognized at the premiere of The Nigerian Wedding Story, where she
featured in the documentary and received an industry recognition award for her contributions to
the evolution of Nigeria’s wedding and hospitality space.
Her work continues to redefine how guests experience celebration through innovation and
engagement.
OLUWABUNMI OGUNSEMOWO
Founder, Hoi Events (Event Design and Décor)
Oluwabunmi Ogunsemowo is the Founder and Creative Director of Hoi Events, an Abuja based
event design company known for delivering refined, high end décor and immersive
environments.
Widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern event design in Abuja, her work reflects a
shift from traditional decoration to fully conceptualized and experience driven environments.
Through Hoi Events, she has developed a distinct design approach defined by attention to
detail, cohesive concepts, and carefully executed installations.
Her innovations have contributed to shaping the visual direction of contemporary events,
influencing how spaces are transformed and experienced within the wedding and social event
landscape.
Her portfolio spans luxury weddings, corporate events, and large scale productions, reinforcing
her position within Abuja’s evolving event design space.
Her work continues to shape the visual language of modern celebrations.
ZAYNAB IKAZ KASSIM
Founder, Tahzan Events
Zaynab Ikaz Kassim is a development consultant and entrepreneur, and the founder of Tahzan
Events, a brand operating within Abuja’s evolving event design and lifestyle space.
She previously served as Special Assistant on Domestic Affairs and Event Management to
former President Muhammadu Buhari, where she was involved in the planning and execution of
high level government and presidential events.
Her experience includes coordinating events for members of the presidential and vice
presidential families, as well as ministers and First Ladies. She has also led the execution of
campaigns, conferences, and high profile engagements both within Nigeria and internationally.
Through Tahzan, she has developed a multi dimensional brand focused on event design, décor,
and tailored event solutions, reflecting a modern and integrated approach to event delivery.
She has also been recognized among the 40 Under 40 Africa, highlighting her contributions to
leadership and industry impact.
Her work reflects a growing shift toward experience driven, well curated events that combine
creativity with structure and precision.
Her work bridges high level execution with modern event design, shaping how experiences are
delivered at scale.
The continued rise of Abuja’s wedding and event industry reflects a broader cultural shift toward
quality, creativity, and experience driven celebrations.
Women led businesses remain at the forefront of this evolution, building brands, setting
standards, and redefining what it means to deliver premium events in Nigeria’s capital.
In a city where celebration has become an art form, these women are not just
participating in the industry. They are defining its future.
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