Traditionally, women are respected for the kind of cover on their heads, and in time past, a responsible woman must have something to cover her head.
But today, the narratives have since changed, thanks to civilization which has liberalised the African society.
In the contemporary world, head covers, or head gears have become fashion statements and styles have evolved.
As a matter of fact, the headdress industry has emerged and already toping fashion trends yielding so much financial returns.
The ‘gele’ is perfect for styling ‘iro’ and ‘buba’ (Top and Wrapper)
The Gele (African headwrap) dates back to centuries ago. Back then, it was a symbol of wealth, on any woman.
Such women would usually hail from a prestigious family and people would love to associate.
The headdress or ‘gele’ as called in Nigerian parlance turns a ‘Plain Jane’ to an African princess instantly.
Tying the gele can be done with ‘Aso-oke’ ‘Sego Gele’, ‘Damask’, Netted Aso-oke and many more fabrics.
They are chosen in standout colours that compliment the look.Gele is tied in different ways as some people love it, small, medium or extremely large/standout.
The most flattering ones include the ones that is carefully layered, arranged overlaps in front or at side as they go with most face shapes.
Traditionally, women are respected for the kind of cover on their heads and in the past a responsible woman must have something to cover her head.
Below are selected pictures of celebrities in Nigeria on their unique styles of headdresses.
Oluremi Tinubu
Oluremi Tinubu is the youngest of twelve children and was raised in Ogun State, south west Nigeria.
She is currently occupying a Senatorial seat in the National Assembly representing Lagos Central under the umbrella of the All Progressives Congress (APC) which party her husband, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is a chieftain.
She likes to appear gorgeous just like every other woman whenever she is on a traditional attire with her well-styled headdress.
Foluke Adeboye
Folu Adeboye is the wife of the General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God. Her father, Jacob Adelusi Adeyokunnu was from a royal family of the Owa Obokun Oji of Ijeshaland in present day Osun State. This makes her a princess and the first of ten children.
She loves to be natural and her geles are always beautifully special and simple.
Abike Dabiri-Erewa
She is the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora. Former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, was born in Jos, Plateau State. She can only be spotted once a while on headdresses but when she is spotted, she stands out of the crowd in her own uniqueness.
Aishat Buhari
Aishat Buhari is the wife of Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari. She is a cosmetologist, beauty therapist and an author.
She enjoys wearing some national clothes to look stylish and she always looks stunning.
Mrs. Oludolapo Osinbajo
Oludolapo Osinbajo is the wife of Nigerian’s Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo.
She is also the granddaughter of former Premier of the defunct western region and one of Nigeria’s founding fathers, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
She loves native wears and can be spotted wearing it very often. She’s simply elegant and cultured.
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Ngozi Okonjo–Iweala is a renowned economist and former Minister of Finance in Nigeria. She served two governments in the same capacity and helped to transform the economy.
She has got her unique way of tying headdress which basically distinct her from other women. She looks amazingly stunning on her unique ‘gele’ which has become her style.
