Est. 1992, Ikeja, Lagos

The Man Behind
the Kings

Kehinde Olayiwola, known to Nigeria as Kenny Jones, has been the country's most trusted menswear designer for over three decades.

Slate Storm Agbada with honeycomb-embroidered detailing

The Founder

Kehinde Olayiwola
Kenny Jones

Kenny Jones entered the Nigerian fashion world in 1992 with a conviction that the African man deserved to be dressed with the same precision and prestige afforded men anywhere in the world. He began with suits and formal wear and never stopped refining his craft.

His work caught the attention of Evangelist Ebenezer Obey, who became both patron and champion, telling him plainly: "the way I see you, you are going to go global." That prophecy proved accurate. Kenny Jones now dresses some of Nigeria's most recognised figures, from clergy and politicians to traditional rulers and captains of industry.

"Once you decide to be yourself, your beauty begins to manifest."

History

Three Decades, One Standard

1992
The atelier opens

Kenny Jones establishes his first studio in Lagos, focused on precision suits and formal menswear for the professional class.

1996
First notable commission

Introduction to Evangelist Ebenezer Obey, who becomes a lifelong patron and publicly endorses the house as a designer of international calibre.

2003
Expansion to native attire

The range expands beyond suits to include Agbada, Kaftans and Buba and Sokoto, responding to demand from high-profile clergy and political clientele.

2010
Abuja showroom

A second showroom opens in Abuja, serving the political capital and its population of statesmen, ambassadors and senators.