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Wants Corporate Organizations to Liberalise How Employees Dress
- Safiu Kehinde
Nigerian businessman and renowned socialite, Farooq Oreagba, has opened up about his fashion choices both at work and during his leisure times.
The sensational horseman and Chief Executive Officer of NG Clearing limited had again stolen the show at the 2025 Ojude Oba festival held on Sunday.
He rose to fame during last year’s edition which saw him became the face of the festival with his striking appearance.
The game which earned him the nickname King of Steeze had also earned him media attention.
Prior to the event yesterday, Oreagba in an exclusive interview with Bella Naija shared his view of fashion and how it reflects on his corporate world.
While admitting to the need to promote the corporate image of his company with descent dressing, the tattooed socialite disclosed his preference for unconventional outfits that makes him feel comfortable.
He charged corporate organizations to liberalize their employees dressing.
He noted that how one dresses does not define ones ability.
“I do not believe that what I wear has any bearing on my ability to do my job. Image is also very important. I will never wear earrings to work. Monday to Friday, you will not see me with rolled up sleeves because I’m the CEO.
“My shirt will be long even when we have dress down on Friday. I don’t wear short sleeves. As the CEO, I also represents my company.
“However, on a Friday afternoon or a Saturday, if I decide to wear earrings- there is a limit anyways. Obviously I’m not going to work around in underwear and that.
“But if I decide that I want to be fashionable that I want ankara trousers,
“So, what I will like to see the Nigerian corporate industry do is to stop being hypocrites. Stop being hypocritical.
“A man that dresses unconventionally is not only confident in himself bur he’s confident in his ability to do the job because he knows everybody will also be looking at him.
“So leave me to dress how I want. Look at what I deliver. Would like me to wear a pink-stripped suit with a rope around my neck, looking the part and not doing the job? Or would you like me to dress comfortably in a manner that I can get my creative juices going and do the job you want me to do? That’s what I’ll like to see. I’ll like to see the changes but will it happen? It’s an uphill struggle.” He said.
Speaking on his global ambassador award which he earned after last year’s showdown, Oreagba attributed the recognition to his consistency in showcasing Nigerian culture.