Nigeria’s fashion queen, Veekee James, turned 30 on June 9, 2025, and she celebrated in true designer style—with jaw-dropping looks, a record-breaking cake, and a touch of Lagos glam!
1. A Cake Tall as Her Ambitions
At her luxe soirée, Veekee’s giant cake stole hearts and headlines. With 30 tiers symbolizing her age and standing nearly 20 feet tall, it cost about ₦18 million—making it possibly the tallest cake in Africa. legit.ng, en.wikipedia.org.
The spectacle sparked mixed reactions online:
“Someone said VANITY…”
“Na mean say budget for this Birthday Soiree fit reach ₦100M…” legit.ng+1legit.ng+1
2. Three Birthday Slays & Red Carpet Glam
True to her snatched-waist signature, Veekee rocked three showstopping outfits—each more dazzling than the last:
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A sculpted silver gown with dramatic flair
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A sleek, fishnet-inspired look that hugged every curve
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A statement white ensemble as she entered the night
Fans praised every look, calling them “loud, luxe, and main character energy.” bellanaija.com
3. Live Performance, High Fashion & Drama
The night came with drama: a dance performance to Lagbaja’s iconic Konko Below. Some called it artistic, others criticized it openly:
“This is Art and Culture. End.”
“Don’t you know such dance attract different kinds of spirit.” legit.ng
The performance even drew criticism from an online Christian voice, labeling it “satanism.” The internet had feelings—strong ones. legit.ng
4. Style Icons in Attendance
Veekee’s big night was also a celebration of style. A slew of celebrities showed up to support—in designs that matched Lagos luxury:
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Osas Ighodaro
- Iyabo Ojo Fespris
- Nons-Miraj
and many others graced the occasion. Plus, designers and industry movers graced the event instablog9ja.com, 2bellanaija.com+2bellanaija.com+2
Their stunning guest fits lit up both the in-person crowd and social media.
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5. Why It Matters
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Milestone moment: Turning 30 is a major life chapter—a reflection of Veekee’s journey from Ajegunle beginnings to global runway recognition styleafrique.com+13en.wikipedia.org+13fashonation.com+13.
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Brand power: The celebration showed how Veekee fuses personal milestones with her brand identity—luxury, scale, drama.
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Culture vs. criticism: A reminder that cultural appreciation and artistic expression can spark debate in Nigeria’s public space.
Final Thoughts: Signature, Sparkle & Statement
Veekee James’s 30th birthday was more than a party—it was a curated public moment that celebrated fashion, luxury, and unapologetic expression. From the skyscraper cake to her ride-or-die aesthetic, she reminded us: At 30, you level up—and do it in style.
