Lexy Mojo Eyes was the pioneer and catalyst in the Nigerian and African fashion industry. In 1997, he launched the first major fashion event in Nigeria – The Nigeria Fashion Show. He was the first to showcase African designers and models on the catwalks of Paris, Milan, London, etc. In 2008, he was the only African to be appointed to the Board of Governors of the World Fashion Organization. With his company Legendary Gold Limited he organizes the Nigeria Fashion Show, the Nigeria Fashion Week, the Nigeria Fashion Awards as well as the Nigeria Model Awards and the Africa Fashion Reception. He is currently an advisor to UNESCO and the African Union on the issue of empowering African women and young people through occupations in the fashion sector. He is also an advisor to the African Union for Expo 2020 in Dubai.
