The 17th edition of The Headies, Nigeria’s premier award show for musical excellence, drew many celebrities from across the African continent. While musicians gathered for the coveted awards as the evening’s ultimate prize, the red carpet was an electrifying stage for fashion and style.

The theme for this year’s Headies is ‘Unapologetically African’. From paying homage to their heritage with African-inspired outfits, to red-tie elegance in gorgeous dinner gowns and sharp tailored suits, one truth remains constant with the Headies: the red carpet is always a spectacle of fashion that extends far beyond the music itself.

Check out some of the looks we spotted:

 

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