Top 10 Most Stylish Male Celebrities Of 2015 [PICTURES]
It’s no news that the Nigerian
entertainment industry is often referred to as the Hollywood of Africa,
with international recognition from various quarters. This piece is in
furtherance of this popular notion, as it seeks to recognize some of the
most stylish male celebrities around here.
This list of stylish celebrities cuts across the music and movie
industry in Nigeria, but the common feature here is in the suave nature
of these men. We can all disagree on a lot of things, but not in the
fact of these people being absolute style icons, well, as far as 2015 is
concerned.
In addition; most, if not all of these men are brand figures which
explains that their public image has been another key factor in
compiling this.
Another factor we considered is their ability to light up the red
carpets, their strong blend of traditional attires as well as the
overall swanky air around them.
Without any fuss, here’s our list of top 10 most debonair celebrities for 2015 so far.
1. Banky W
Bankole Wellington is the man for the cameras any day, anytime. He is
fresh, smooth and articulate. He is unmistakably top on this list for
many other obvious reasons. He sits atop the affairs at Empire Mates
Entertainment (EME).
He also directs videos, the most recent being the visuals for his
High Notes which he shot in South Africa.
Banky W at a social function. Credit: Bella Naija.
You can catch the
behind-the-scene pictures of the High Notes video shoot here.
Banky W in white traditional attire. Credit: Bella Naija.
2. D’banj
Dapo Oyebanjo needs no introduction in the African entertainment
space. He has been prominent in the music industry for the last one
decade. In spite of his split with erstwhile partner, Don Jazzy, the
Oliver Twist singer has had a great run so far.
Dbanj in army green jacket.
Dbanj in white traditional attire.
3. IK Ogbonna
The model/ actor is married to Columbian beauty, Sonia Morales. He is
third on our list of stylish men for his charm and confidence.
Ik Ogbonna clad in a black traditional outfit.
Ik Ogbonna in check suit.
4. Lynxxx
Syndik8 Records boss, Chukie Edozien more popularly known as, Lynxxx, is a hip hop artiste with a number of hits to his name.
Beyond music, he has various other entrepreneurial involvements here and there.
He talks a bit about it his plans to build an empire here.
Lynxxx in white traditional outfit.
Chukkie Edozien aka Lynxxx
5. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu
Uchendu shot into limelight after an appearance on Big Brother
Nigeria in 2006 and hasn’t left the radar ever since. He is a TV host
and compere, in addition to his professional qualifications in
intellectual property law.
Ebuka Uchendu in wine color native attire.
6. Peter Okoye
One half of the duo of P Square, Peter is many ladies’ dream guy. He
is married to Lola Omotayo, and the pair has been together since 2013.
The duo of Peter and Paul who started out in 2001 are still together in spite of many allusions of a break up.
Peter Okoye and wife, Lola.
Peter in light blue shirt and waist coat.
7. Emmanuel Ikubese
Former Mr. Nigeria, Ikubese, needs no introduction. He is a brand
ambassador, model and actor. He was part of the famed MTV series,
Shuga.
Emmanuel Ikubese in striped jacket.
Emmanuel Ikubese in traditional attire.
8. Don Jazzy
The Mavins boss, born Michael Collins Ajereh, is best defined as the fusion of Dre and Timberland in the Nigerian music space.
He has numerous hits and awards to show for his abilities. His style
game is also topnotch which explains why he is in this list.
Don Jazzy in white Agbada.
Don Jazzy in wine colour shirt and cream jacket.
9. Richard Mofe Damijo
Seasoned actor, Richard Mofe Damijo makes it into this list because
it will be criminal to exempt him. He is a blend of the ageless, unique
feel of the early ‘90s as well as the pop culture craze of the 21
st century.
He started off acting and then proceeded to hold public office in his
state. At 54, he is still good to go on many a red carpet and event
around the country.
RMD in ash colour jacket.
RMD with fellow actor, Jide Kosoko.
The 10
th position is also jointly shared by Ice Prince Zamani and Kcee.
Zamani is a multi-award winning rapper and label executive at
Chocolate City music. He is famed for a number of hits, as well as his
international appeal.
Kcee is signed to 5Star music and never fails to deliver style-wise
when he is a social function, hence his inclusion in this list.
Ice Prince in white Agbada and a pair of sneakers.
Ice Prince in black top and jacket.
Kcee in black jacket with gold buttons.
Kcee in white and black native attire.