Lateefat Tobun: The Quiet Architect Weaving a Future Where Fashion, Art, AI, and Business Thrive Together

In a world often dominated by noise and novelty, real innovation begins quietly with those who build systems that last.

Lateefat Tobun is one such architect: an economist, artist, and digital couturier whose work fuses strategy, technology, and design to shape the future of the UK’s creative economy.

Holding a BSc in Economics and dual MSc degrees in Economics and another in Applied
Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, Lateefat bridges the gap between data and design.
Her rare blend of analytical precision and artistic imagination enables her to transform ideas into scalable, sustainable ventures that merge beauty with intelligence.

As Managing Director of Latheevah Limited, her UK-based manufacturing and retail
company, Lateefat is redefining how creative businesses evolve in a data-driven world.

Her mission is clear: to build frameworks where fashion and technology don’t compete, but collaborate to create value that endures.
That philosophy came alive in her innovative Colour to Digital Couture workshop at Bradford City Library, where traditional fashion took a digital leap.

The event transformed the library into a “style lab” where artists, students, and enthusiasts turned handmade designs into digital couture using AI tools. Featured twice in the Telegraph & Argus, the workshop celebrated community creativity and technological empowerment.
“It’s about giving people permission to play, explore, and see technology as an artistic tool,”
Lateefat told the press. “I wanted to show how something made by hand can evolve into
beautiful digital art.”
Lateefat’s creative influence extends beyond the studio. She was one of three artists behind the “Stronger Together” mural at The Thornaby Hub in Clayton, Bradford, a powerful public artwork addressing mental health and social unity which is a part of the Healthy Minds Untold Stories initiative supporting Bradford 2025: UK City of Culture, the mural turned a community wall into a statement of resilience and collective hope.

Her upcoming selections for The Corset Revival Project and “Our Turn” exhibitions further cement her position as a forward-thinking fashion innovator. Her work “Resilience Woven: A Story of Redefined Stitches” reimagines the corset once a symbol of restriction as one of empowerment and sustainability through reclaimed materials and AI-informed craft.

From digital couture and business innovation to community art and cultural leadership, Lateefat Tobun represents the new face of British creativity. She operates not for attention, but for impact quietly building a future where fashion, art, AI, and business thrive together in harmony.

Editor’s Note
In an era where the lines between creativity and technology are blurring fast, few innovators embody this convergence as naturally as Lateefat Tobun. From digital couture to data-driven business design, she’s redefining what it means to lead in the modern creative economy.

Her work bridges fashion, art, and artificial intelligence, not as competing forces, but as collaborators shaping a more resilient future. In this feature, we explore how this quiet architect is helping build a new framework for British creativity, where imagination meets intelligence and innovation

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I’m Irene Kaali and you most likely know me as a Zumba Instructor, Singer-Songwriter or BBC New Voices Presenter. However, my life and work is about so much more than just this!

What is my aim? my mission is simple: spread joy by any means necessary; especially if it enables me to tap into my love for the creative arts and connecting with people. As an experienced performer with a background in theater, a certified personal trainer (with a PGCE) and a first class degree and Dance & Musical Theatre Performance the sky is truly the limit in terms of my services and hopes for the future.

What do I provide: The limit does not exist! Whether you need a Presenter for a documentary, a Zumba instructor for an event, a singer/songwriter to provide entertainment or an triple threat to star in your musical – my hope is to do it all with a big smile and tons of Bradford Pride!

Dear Family and Friends,

We are pleased to inform you that THE NIGERIAN WEST INDIAN ASSOCIATION based in Nigeria invites you to our CARIBBEAN TROPICAL FIESTA 2025 taking place at THE FIELD, GIWA BARRACKS CAR PARK ,Number 2 ALFRED REWANE ROAD, fALOMO IKOYI, LAGOS,NIGERIA . (Next to Falomo Square Mall)

Come and be part of this years amazing annual celebration as we embrace and celebrate the essence of community cohesion and the wealth in diversity.

The CARIBBEAN TROPICAL FIESTA 2025 shall be taking place on Saturday the 22nd of November from 10am to 6pm

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A MOBILE ENROLLMENT CENTRE can now be found at 51 Godwin Street, Bradford BD1 2SH offering a wide range of services for Nigerians in Bradford relating to NATIONAL IDENTITY MANAGEMENT COMMISSION (NIMC)

BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY BY CALLING 07407473075

Beyond the Mask: George Matheson’s Story

For 50 years, George Matheson lived behind a wall of conformity—masking his true self to fit into a world not built for him. This special keynote is his story of breaking free. Hear the powerful narrative of self-discovery, resilience, and the moment he chose to step into his authentic light.

George’s breakthrough wasn’t solo; it was guided by a NeuroCoach who practiced genuine strengths-based support. Learn how this collaborative approach respected his unique mind and co-created the powerful tools that helped him shed decades of self-imposed barriers.

Special Guest and Future Vision

The evening includes an introduction by Lane Anthony, author of Autism a Superpower, who inspired George’s transformation. Lane will also unveil neurolearn.online, the new digital home for our upcoming face-to-face training programs designed to empower educators and support staff using the Dynamic Development Plan (DDP) framework.

Event Details and Call to Action

This event is essential for educators, SENCos, parents, neurodivergent individuals, and anyone championing inclusion. Space is limited for this free but ticketed event.

• Date: Thursday, 6th November 2025
• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
• Location: The Main Library, Hull

Fágbèmí Ọ̀ṣìnúgà is a marketing consultant, cultural curator, creative entrepreneur and founder of The Gidi Vibes™, an event platform dedicated to showcasing African creativity in the UK. Through his company, Morpheus Multimedia, he has produced concerts, exhibitions, brand activations and festivals celebrating African art, music, and storytelling — from Lasgidi Vibes Afrobeats Showcase and Sound of Our Skin to Basketmouth’s first ever Yorkshire Comedy show, Felabration UK in Sheffield and Hull and The Underground Spiritual Game exhibition.

With over 16 years’ experience managing strategic campaigns for brands like Qatar Airways, MTN, Heineken, Budweiser, and Coca-Cola back in Nigeria, he now focuses on using culture as a tool for identity, dialogue, and community-building across the African diaspora.

Follow his work or connect via Medium (https://medium.com/@enuwodu), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/enuwodu, or The Gidi Vibes (https://www.thegidivibes.com).

Felabration kicks off in Lagos this week — and we’re keeping the spirit alive here in Hull as part of Black History Month, celebrating Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat.

Join our Thought Leadership Conversations with voices from music, media, art, and fashion as we explore:
• From Vinyl to Streaming – Afrobeat’s Global Journey
• The Business of Music & City Identity
• Fela Kuti’s Influence on Music, Arts, Media & Fashion

Panellists: Gui Morais (Keynote) • Rikki Stein • Lolade Nwanze • Abolore Sobayo • Tolu Olafimihan • Olamide Jasanya • Tuoyo Amuka • Jenni Harrison • James Paine • Fágbèmí Ọ̀ṣìnúgà

 Saturday, 18 Oct 2025

 Ferens Art Gallery, Hull

 Free entry – registration required: https://bit.ly/FelabrationHull

Let’s celebrate Shakara – Bold Expressions of Afrobeat through music, dialogue, and community.

#FelabrationHull #FelaKuti #Afrobeats #BlackHistoryMonth #TheGidiVibes #FelabrationUK #HullEvents 

Elizabeth Charles-Dede is a dynamic voice in the creative arts, whose passion for storytelling and performance has now taken literary form.

With a strong foundation in voiceover and music, Elizabeth has spent years enriching the creative landscape through sound, performance, and community-driven artistic expression. Her journey into the world of creativity began with a six-month intensive in presentation and acting at PEFTI (Wale Adenuga Productions), where she graduated with distinction.

Her exceptional talent soon found its way to the stage as she became one of the selected vocalists for the beloved Nnena & Friends Band, a regular feature of the Wale Adenuga Production Series. Her work on this platform brought her voice into the homes and hearts of many.

Her creative impact doesn’t stop at the screen. She has served as an Assistant Music Director in her local assembly, where she helped lead a diverse team of artists and musicians. Under her guidance, the group released a soul-lifting single titled “AYO”, which garnered attention across streaming platforms for its heartfelt message and cultural vibrancy.

Now, Elizabeth adds a new title to her creative repertoire: Author. In her debut work, “Art: A Tool for Social Impact and Change”, she offers a passionate reflection on how creativity can inspire transformation in communities and give voice to the unheard. Her writing is a natural extension of her artistic mission—to use every platform she touches as a space for connection, empowerment, and change.

She gained recognition for her commitment to community development when NY Weekly Magazine named her one of the 20 female disruptors to watch in 2025. She earned a master’s degree in Advanced Practice in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution from the esteemed University of Bradford as a result of her quest for knowledge. Her love and enthusiasm for the arts during her academic year allowed her to further explore art through writing and singing and find solutions to problems.

She has spent the most of her life honing her artistic abilities, encouraging and grooming children, and helping people reach their objectives. She advocates for social change in society by using her love of art.

She is a member of Forbes as well as a member of Black-Led Arts Network in Bradford. In addition to all of the aforementioned, she has thrived in the aviation sector for 11 years, beginning as a confidential secretary and rose through the rank to Principal Human Resources Officer.

She was a shrewd administrator until February 2025, when she left the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to devote herself full-time to her artistic endeavors while resident in the UK.

Cross River Positions for Global Spotlight with Caribbean Diaspora Homecoming

Chairman of the Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRIDCOM), Prince Otu Okor, has reaffirmed the State’s readiness to host over 300 Caribbean diasporans for the forthcoming Nigeria Homecoming Convention, describing it as a defining moment that will showcase Cross River’s global potential.

The Homecoming Convention, jointly organised by the Cross River State Government and the Global United Christian Community African Diaspora (GUCCAD) Nigeria, is scheduled to hold from 12 to 20 October 2025 in Calabar. The event is expected to reconnect descendants of Africa with their ancestral roots while exploring investment and tourism opportunities across the State.

Speaking during a Homecoming Cluster meeting held at the CRIDCOM office in Calabar, Prince Okor lauded the dedication of stakeholders and described the group as a vibrant blend of innovation and commitment. “This is the best cluster so far because it brings together all sectors working as one family,” he said. “Tourism, culture, information, business and media are all here, and that is what makes us stronger. We are determined to make Cross River the heartbeat of this homecoming experience.”

He reaffirmed that CRIDCOM remained fully committed to delivering a world-class hosting, stressing that the Homecoming Convention offers Cross River a golden opportunity to tell its story to the world. According to him, the event goes beyond celebration; it is a statement of identity, unity, and pride in the State’s cultural and human capital.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the Cross River State Carnival Commission, Dr Gabe Onah explained that the engagement followed the directive of His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, Governor of Cross River State, who has shown strong commitment to the initiative. “His Excellency has asked that we open our doors and hearts to our brothers and sisters returning from the Caribbean,” he said. “They are coming not just as guests but as partners and investors ready to engage with our communities and explore the vast opportunities our State offers.”

In his contributions, Prof. Edward Ntui Okey commended the pace of preparation and urged the committees to maintain their drive. “This project has the potential to position Cross River as a leading destination for diaspora engagement in Africa,” he said. “We have made encouraging progress, but we must sustain the tempo until the very end.”

On the cultural front, His Royal Highness Etubom Architect B. Ndem, who oversees the traditional and heritage segment of the homecoming, said his team was fully prepared to receive the guests. “We are ready for the 300 visitors coming,” he said. “From the rites and privileges to the masquerade displays, it will be an emotional ceremony, a moment for them to reconnect with their heritage in the most profound way.”

Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, highlighted the importance of strategic communication ahead of the event. “We need a well-written itinerary that captures the essence of what we are doing,” he noted. “Once that is ready, my office will take the lead in promoting it effectively so that the message of Cross River’s readiness reaches both national and international audiences.”

On her part, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Mrs Eme Afiah, proposed the inclusion of Kwa Falls in the tour itinerary. “Kwa Falls should be part of the schedule,” she said. “It is the nearest natural site and represents one of the most beautiful expressions of nature we can showcase to our visitors.”

Stakeholders further agreed that the visiting diasporans will participate in the Carnival Calabar Dry Run, offering them a chance to experience the parades and festivities as part of a cultural exchange that highlights the warmth and hospitality of Cross River State.

CRIDCOM MEDIA 2025

FRIDAY THE 3RD OF OCTOBER 2025 was a very special day at The Banqueting Hall, City Hall in Bradford .

It was the GRADUATION CEREMONY for our amazing students who had just completed OUR PURPOSEFUL DRIVEN PUBLIC SPEAKING COURSE inspired by BRADFORD BASED DR SOHAIL AHMED.

It was a journey which had embraced weeks of hard-work, resilience , dedication and new chapters of fear .

This journey had opened new doors of friendship, collaboration, passion and the will to confront new layers of fear and challenges .

ON BEHALF OF ARICA4U ASSOCIAITION CIC AND BRADFORD 4 BETTER– We would like to congratulate our recent graduates for making us proud.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING ROLE MODELS

Inayah Sher a proud Bradford activist, transforms personal adversity into a mission for justice, resilience, and community change. From challenging child betrothal to leading campaigns like banning fireworks for public safety, she stands as a powerful voice for love, equality, and the belief that it is never too late to rise and lead.

*Faisal Mohammed*, a Bradford-born structural engineer and building inspector, is dedicated to ensuring safety, integrity, and excellence in every project he oversees. Beyond his profession, he is a passionate community advocate and volunteer, inspiring others with his vision to uplift communities and empower people worldwide to unlock their greatness.

Joy Josephine a proud Malawian raised in Bradford, is a community champion, NHS Research Associate, and entrepreneur whose ventures celebrate resilience, culture, and connection. Guided by faith and driven by fairness, justice, and empathy, she uses storytelling and action to inspire communities toward respect, inclusion, and lasting change.

*Farhana Pandor is a skilled Financial Controller and accountant with over a decade of experience, helping businesses find clarity, confidence, and growth in their finances. A proud Muslim woman, mother, and advocate of holistic living, she inspires others through her blend of resilience, positivity, and purpose-driven approach to both work and life.

Nana Abena Owusuwaa Hagan is a visionary leader, international business strategist, and passionate advocate for social transformation. As founder of SHOFT CIC and creator of initiatives like EM3RGE and Igniting Dreams, she empowers communities, uplifts women and youth, and breaks barriers on global stages—blending faith, leadership, and purpose to inspire lasting change.

Osakwe Nonyelum Esther is a dynamic author, psychotherapist, pastor, and CEO of Life Improvement Consults CIC, dedicated to transforming lives through faith, coaching, and mindset mastery. With over 15 years of experience, she inspires confidence, resilience, and purpose—empowering audiences to not just learn, but to thrive.

*Leonie Shaw-Brown* is an accountant, lawyer, community advocate, and inspirational speaker whose journey of resilience fuels her fight for racial justice and equality. As Director of Windrush Advocacy and Community Alliance CIC, she amplifies unheard voices, empowers communities, and calls audiences to stand strong, speak truth, and drive lasting change.

Sergeant Donna – – Manchester based service manager with over 35 years experience