Le Look Nigeria Limited, the iconic brand behind Le Look Bags, is set to mark its 40th anniversary in grand style on October 1, 2025, at the prestigious Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos.
Founded in 1985 by Chief Mrs. Chinwe Ezenwa, Le Look has grown from a modest women-led startup into a globally recognized manufacturer of afro-centric luxury bags. This milestone event, themed “Legacy of Resilience: Empowering Entrepreneurs for Africa’s Economic Future,” will spotlight the company’s journey and its impact on African enterprise.
The event will have:
– Morning and evening sessions, including an award night
– Keynote speeches and fireside chats with veteran entrepreneurs
– Panel discussions on business longevity and AfCFTA readiness
– Youth and women forums on inclusive entrepreneurship
– Exhibitions by trade and government agencies
With over 300 distinguished guests expected—ranging from government officials to private sector leaders and development partners—the celebration promises to be both inspiring and forward-looking.
Over four decades, Le Look has:
– Strengthened local manufacturing
– Created jobs and transferred skills
– Empowered women and youth
– Supported Nigeria’s non-oil export strategy and AfCFTA goals.
Le Look Bags Academy
operates in Abuja, Enugu, and Lagos. The academy offers:
– Hands-on training in bag-making and digital skills
– School tuition and healthcare support
– Partnerships with NEPC and UNDP to empower artisans and unemployed youth
Le Look is:
– The first SME in Nigeria to receive the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificate from Nigeria Customs Service
– The first to receive a Certificate of Origin under the AfCFTA Guided Trade Initiative
Le Look crafts include:
– Afro-centric handbags inspired by African heritage
– Ready-to-wear fashion
– Apple-compatible accessories and durable carry-ons
Chief Ezenwa summed up it all as she said that
this anniversary is more than a celebration—it’s a call to sustain entrepreneurship in Africa’s fast-changing economy.