Veekee James is Nigerian fashion designer, Entrepreneur, Songwriter. Her real name is Ruth Erikan James. She was born on 9 June 1995 in Lagos, Nigeria. Ruth Erikan James started a fashion brand called Veekee James and organizes a monthly gospel concert called Zion Warship. In 2021, she won the AMVCA award for best designer of the year. In May 2023, she released her first song, “Nothing Less.”
Veekee James began learning to make clothes as a child from her mother, Esther James. In 2019, inspired by her mother, she started her own fashion brand known as “Veekee James.”
Veekee James Biography, Wiki, Net Worth, Age, Husband, Height
| Name | Ruth Erikan James |
| Known As | Veekee James |
| Birth Name | Victoria James |
| Occupations | Fashion designer, Entrepreneur, Songwriter |
| Years active | 2019 to Present |
| Date of Birth | 9 June 1995 |
| Age | 29 Years |
| Birth Place | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Origin | Akwa Ibom State |
| Net Worth | $1 million |
| Husband Name | Femi Atere |
| Height | 5’-8” |
| Weight | 60 KG |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Husband Name | Femi Atere |
| Father | Augustine James (Architect) |
| Mother | Esther James (Owner of tailoring outlet) |
| Siblings | 2 Brothers |
| Article Category | Business Leaders |
Early Life and Education
Veekee James was born on June 9, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria, where she spent her childhood and grew up. She is the only daughter in her family and has two brothers. Her father worked as an architect, while her mother ran a tailoring outlet. Sadly, Ruth lost her father when she was almost five years old. After that, her mother became the main provider for the family, working hard to take care of Ruth and her brothers. This experience shaped Ruth’s early life and helped her appreciate the value of hard work and family support.
When Ruth was in child age, the family moved to Ajegunle, Lagos State, where she spent most of her childhood and completed her primary and secondary education. In 2015, she began studying Biochemistry at the University of Uyo in Akwa Ibom State but eventually left to follow her passion.
Personal Life of Ruth Erikan James
In October 2023, Veekee James shared the news of her marriage to Femi Atere on social media, exciting her fans and followers. Shortly after, in February 2024, they celebrated their traditional wedding in Akwa Ibom State, where they honored their cultural customs and traditions. They also had a beautiful vintage-themed white wedding ceremony in Lagos, Nigeria, which was filled with lovely decorations and special moments to remember.
Career Journey
Veekee James began learning to make clothes as a child from her mother, Esther James. In 2019, she was inspired by her mother to start her own fashion brand called “Veekee James.” She first opened a store on Lagos Mainland, but later moved to Lagos Island to find more opportunities.
Over time, she created Veekee James Man, a brand for men’s clothing, and Shoprikan, a brand for women’s fashion.
In 2022, she won the AMVCA and the Hercomony Awards for Best Fashion Designer of the Year. In 2023, she received three awards, including one from the Future Awards Africa.
In February 2023, she held her first masterclass, helping over 100 fashion creatives from different countries improve their skills. In March 2023, she launched her podcast called “Bible Stories with Veekee James.”
Awards
| Award | Year | Category |
| Sugar Awards | 2021 | Fashion Stylist of the Year |
| AMVCA | 2022 | Best Designer Award |
| Herconomy Awards | Fashion Designer of the Year | |
| The Future Awards Africa | 2023 | Prize for Fashion |
| Readers Choice Awards | Best Celebrity Stylist | |
| La Mode Awards | Bridal Fashion Designer Brand of the Year |
Veekee James’s Net Worth
As a report Veekee James’s net worth is around $1 million.
Veekee James Husband
Veekee James’s husband name is Femi Atere. Veekee and Femi Atere got married in February 2024.
Social Media Handles
Information Source: Wikipedia
Image Source: Instagram
