It was a night filled with top-tier entertainment, food and music as The Macallan hosted Nigeria’s elites comprising celebrities, business leaders and executives to an exclusive launch that showcased its Sherry Oak 25 & 30 Years Old. Among these were some of the biggest names in the industry who joined the whisky brand to unveil the oldest pair in its famous Sherry Oak range.
The event, which held on Friday September 8, 2023, at the Mantra Restaurant and Lounge, Lagos, had veteran photographer, Kelechi Amadi-Obi and the creative director of ATAFO, Mai Atafo in attendance. It also had entertainment industry stars like VJ, Moet Abebe; media personality, Bolanle Olukanni; former BBN housemate, Prince Nelson and more.
Creative Designer, ATAFO, Mai Atafo
Ex-BBNaija Star, Nelson Enwerem
In line with the theme, guests appeared in their interpretations of the black-tie theme. Mai Atafo graced the event in an outfit from his eponymous line, Atafo; one of the nation’s lead vocalists, Waje channelled Beyoncé with an outfit inspired by the diva’s costumes from her current Renaissance Tour. While guests like Bolanle Olukanni and BBN Star, Prince Nelson brought a pop of colour to the evening with their distinct two-piece outfits that stood out.
The Macallan Brand Ambassador, Abuja, Adeyinka Adepetun; Trade Marketing Manager – Edrington Portfolio (NBC), Tsolaye Everett-Eleoramo; The Macallan Brand Ambassador, Lagos, Daniel Atteh and Brand Manager, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, Hammed Adebiyi
Guests were thrilled by Waje who serenaded the audience with a blend of her hits and songs from Whitney Houston and Rihanna. From that moment, it was highlight after highlight as Kelechi Amadi-Obi went into a singing match with Waje belting out the notes to ‘One Naira’. Her captivating delivery of Rihanna’s ‘Stay’ had attendees like Prince Nelson swaying and singing aloud to the heart-wrenching lyrics that Waje made her own with her unique vocals and adlibs. She ended her performance with her hit single ‘I Wish.’
In good company with ultra-premium whisky!
Nigerian TV Host, Bolanle Olukanni
In between scintillating vocals, whisky tasting, and style, The Macallan delivered on its commitment to excellence, craftsmanship with exceptional experiences. It was all indeed luxury at its finest.
