A speaker addresses guests during the Zeeoma Foundation's inaugural gala at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis on Nov. 8, 2026. The foundation connects young people in St. Louis and Lagos through entrepreneurship, trade and paid learning opportunities. Photo by Lawrence Bryant | The St. Louis American.

Music, community and youth entrepreneurship came together at the Zeeoma Foundation’s inaugural gala on November 8, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Nigerian singer Teni Apata performed as guests celebrated the foundation’s mission to connect young people in St. Louis and Lagos through trade, skills and paid learning opportunities. The evening also recognized honoree Dr. Amber Howlett-Bayoc.

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