Naija’s fashion scene is about to get another global moment. Bare Fashion Evening has officially announced that Ololade Ayelabola, the Guinness World Records holder for the Longest Catwalk in Modeling History, will grace the RunwayHeist on June 8, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Center, Federal Palace Hotel, VI, Lagos.
Ololade, who etched her name into history books by walking an awe-inspiring 125.11 km, isn’t just a model—she’s a movement. Her record-breaking feat wasn’t just about the distance; it was a bold platform to showcase Nigeria’s rich fashion, cultural heritage, and our unstoppable spirit of innovation. With every step, she celebrated inclusivity and diversity, igniting inspiration for Nigerian youth to dream bigger and break boundaries.
Ololade Ayelabola
A true queen on and off the runway, Ololade’s accolades are stacking up, Best Talent Winner at Miss Oyo/Miss World Nigeria 2025, victor of the head-to-head tourism challenge, and a proud graduate of Computer Sciences from the University of Lagos. Her passion for setting new standards and raising the bar is unmatched, making her not just a fashion icon, but a beacon for what’s possible in the Nigerian creative industry.
This June, all eyes are on the RunwayHeist as Ololade brings her grace, grit, and Guinness glory to Lagos and she’s walking for the culture, for the youth, and for the future of Nigerian fashion.
Get ready to witness history in motion. Ololade Ayelabola is proof that when Nigeria steps out, the whole world watches.
