Mercy Ngozi Udoh is a renowned fashion designer and creative director of Zateemee designs. After a successful modelling career, she launched her fashion entrepreneurship journey in 2010. Her breakthrough came in 2012 with the winning dress for the miss rivers state pageant, leading to zateemee designs establishment in 2014.

The brand has since expanded, receiving numerous accolades, including Best Designer in 2018 and fashion Gala award in 2022.

Zateemee designs currently ships bespoke dresses to over 11 countries and is one of Nigeria’s largest fashion houses, employing a diverse team of professionals including expatriates, solidifying Mercy’s position as a Nigeria fashion pioneer.