Chiddera anemege of chiddy bang officially broke the guinness world record for in this nomination. Motherhood helped me overcome depression kaffy reveals. The 36yearold has now been married for four years with two children. Glo unveils nigerias hottest dancing competition, dance with. Faith tabernacle puts nigeria in guinness book of world. By patricia uyeh, nigerian professional dancer, odumewu debbie, a. We work with leading global brands and businesses to break world records as part of bespoke marketing campaigns. Odumewu debbie, a nigerian dancer and choreographer, sets the new guinness world record of longest dance marathon by an individual which lasted for 7 hours. Joshua usoro, popularly called jason, was officially recognised and certified by the guinness book of world records as the longest dance marathon by relay, beating the previous record held by dance queen, kaffy. In this article well be talking about personalities, nigerians really, who broke the guinness world record and are since enjoying the fame that follows. Ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have made. Olawunmi treasures bayode olawunmi treasures bayodea 40yearold nigerian, bayode treasure olawunmi, who few days ago set himself on a reading spree to break the world guinness book. In 2006, kaffy led her dance group to break the guinness book of records world record for longest dance party after they danced for. All the nigerians that have broken the guinness book of records.
From the catapult in her career which started in 2006 when she broke the guinness world record. The painted shirt, created by guinness nigeria plc in surulere, lagos, on 25. Mobola sadiq dancer, joshua usoro, popularly called jason, was officially recognised and certified by the guinness book of world records as the longest dance marathon by. The mother of two who is the main choreographer in nigeria is the owner of the imagneto dance organization and also is a fitness trainer, dance trainer and occasions planner. Mar 07, 2020 mobola sadiq dancer, joshua usoro, popularly called jason, was officially recognised and certified by the guinness book of world records as the longest dance marathon by relay, beating the previou. Debbie, who just broke the record for the longest dance marathon which was previously held by an indian woman, kalamandalam hemaletha, danced 123 hours 15 minutes. The beautiful dancer, having won so many laurels locally and international, no doubt, is a head turner whenever she displays her elegance dance moves. He made guiness world record for the longest rap freestyle. In 2016, an instagram rant by popular nigerian choreographer, kafayat shefau, popularly known as kaffy, revealed the shoddy manner nigerian musicians treat dancers. Wizkid singer breaks into guinness book of records with one. Guinness book of records holder, kafayat oluwatoyin shafau a. As always, the guinness book of world records is the prime source of such topranked trivia, and this fancy edition for 2001 is no exception.
The 27 year old, usoro, who is a graduate of covenant university, sought to enter into the guinness book of world records and was set to break the record held by kalamandalam hemaleth for longest dance by an individual, but after failing with that record in 2017, he then tried to break another record longest dance marathon in april 2019. Why nigerian dancers are not appreciated enough kaffy. Nigerian breaks guniness world record for longest dance. With its large, hardcover format, bright colors, numerous photos, and quality print job, this book deserves a permanent home on your coffee table. The measurement was confirmed by dentist silvia locklair. Six nigerians whose names are in guiness world record. The international dance workshop and conference being organized by guinness book of world records holder, kafayat shafauameh popularly known as kaffy, holds next month at her corporate office in. So far, only nigerians in africa have made it into the guinness book of world records. Guinness book of records title holder for the longest dance, kaffy. Nigeria gets recognized by guinness book of world records for having the worlds largest football jersey. Kaffys dancing career took off after she went to an event to perform onstage by someone who spotted her when she used to go to the national stadium during weekends for dance rehearsals and workouts. In 2006, kaffy danced her way into the guinness world record with her team, imagneto at the nokia silverbird danceathon and has since become a point of reference in the entertainment industry whenever dance is concerned.
She is best known for breaking the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. How about making your attempt on gwr day on 14 november. Kaffy double celebration for africas dance queenguardian. I need greater incentive to break my guinness record kaffy. Subscribe be the first to view our latest videos follow wazobiamax tv on facebook. Homenews ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have made it into the guinness book of world records photos news ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have made it into the guinness book of world records photos. Guinness world record breaker, kaffy on her career journey. Nov 24, 2017 odumewu debbie, a nigerian dancer and choreographer, sets the new guinness world record of longest dance marathon by an individual which lasted for 7 hours. Nigerian on the guinness book of world records and they. This year two more nigerians are world record breakers. Let our team help engage your audience through unforgettable moments of sheer amazement and wonder, whilst delivering bottomline results. Wizkid singer breaks into guinness book of records with. He is more than just a teacher he is an artist that holds the record in various categories. Who is kaffy everything you need to know fameinhistory.
He set the record at the mtv o music awards in las vegas, the u. A few nigerian superstars have placed nigeria around the map by making it into the guinness publication of world records intended for music and films which is amazing. Nov 10, 2012 when one thinks about the rise of contemporary and hip hop dance in nigeria in the past decade, the name kaffy comes to mind. Another dancer and choreographer, kaffy, also broke the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. Having carved a place for herself when she got listed in the guinness book of world records, kaffy is now poised to give back to the society. This is not the kind of post i have ever imagined i would be doing about you. Head of tv reality show and special projects, globacom, yemi halim.
He is the current holder of the longest rap freestyle by an individual. Are you thinking of making a record application either as an individual or in a small team in the next few months. Faith tabernacle puts nigeria in guinness book of world records. She is currently a dance instructor who has developed innovative visualisationbased methods for teaching dance and dance fitness in an acceleratedlearning format. Mrs kafayat shafau ameh popularly known as kaffy the dance queen who broke the guinness book of world record for the longest dance party in 2006 has performed in many major concerts locally and internationally. She is best known for breaking the guinness world record for longest. She is also the founder and owner of imagneto dance company. Dance with peter reality tv show, sponsored by globacom, at the silverbird galleria in lagos on saturday. Nigerian on the guinness book of world records and they made. Chidera anemege popularly known as chiddy of chiddy bang rapped his way into the guinness book of records in 2011. First, nigeria got into the book of world information for having the largest football shirt in the world. Chilling out with nigerias guinness world record holder, the dance queen kaffy.
Nigerians in guiness book of records and the records they. Mar 07, 2020 joshua usoro, popularly called jason, was officially recognised and certified by the guinness book of world records as the longest dance marathon by relay, beating the previous record held by dance queen, kaffy. Jul 29, 2016 one africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, a. She has featured in music videos for alist nigerian musicians.
Kaffy full name is kafayat oluwatoyin shafau was born 30 june 1980, is a nigerian dancer,video vixen, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, a. One of the great things he has created is the biggest painting as big as a football field. Kaffys dance routine at the shop small win big promo that stormed. Kaffy from nigeria broke the world record in longest dance with a time of 52 hours and 3 minutes. Apr 14, 2020 kaffy was shot to fame and recognition and eventually as a star to watch in dance competition after she led her dance group to break the guinness book of records for longest dance party, maintaining a dance party for 55 hours and 40 minutes at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. Whether its in your kitchen, bedroom or garden, there are hundreds of guinness world records titles that you can practice and attempt right in your home by yourself or with a friend. Madeira island in the guinness world records 20062007. She is best known for breaking the guinness world records world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006.
Simply make your application and select the event gwr day 2019 when prompted, and join in the celebrations. Kafayat shafauameh, aka kaffy, is known to have broken the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. Another nigerian gets guiness book of record nod for dance. Kaffy breaks record again to become the first dancer to. Kaffy led her dance group to break the guinness book of record for longest dance party after they danced for 55hours and 40minutes at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. June date for kaffys dance workshop the sun nigeria. The largest jersey was unveiled at the teslim balogun stadium surulere lagos and the liberation stadium, port harcourt in a bid to galvanize the support of millions of fans for the super eagles in their quest for victory at the city of madiba.
Wizkid has entered the guinness book of world records. Guinness world records, known from its inception in 1955 until 2000 as the guinness book of records and in previous united states editions as the guinness book of world records, is a reference book published annually, listing world records both of human achievements and the extremes of the natural world. The renowned fitness and dance instructor, kaffy has her own dance school. List of nigerians who are guinness world record breakers. Madeira island has won a certificate for the biggest firework display in the world. Guinness world records firework display new years eve madeira island 20062007.
Nigerian dancer breaks longest dance world record youtube. In this chat, she opens up on her blossoming career, motherhood. Chidera anemege popularly known as chiddy of chiddy bang rapped his way into the guinness book of records in. The famous guiness book of world records 1963 edition on. Below are the list of nigerians who are guinness world record breakers. Weirdest guinness world record holders guinness world. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record. She did this with her team, imagneto, at the nokia silverbird danceathon. The guinness book of records holds records of some wonderful nigerians whose amazing feats landed them in. Guinness book of world record holder kaffy the dance. First published in 1955, the iconic annual guinness world records books have sold over 8 million copies in over 20 languages and in more than 100 countries. Sikat na aktres, nahuli sa edsa walang quarantine pass. Malta guinness street dance and some editions of headies awards, to name a few.
Kaffy s dancing career took off after she went to an event to perform onstage by someone who spotted her when she used to go to the national stadium during weekends for dance rehearsals and workouts. Kaffy is is currently a dance instructor who has developed innovative visualisationbased methods for teaching dance. Olawunmi treasures bayode a 40yearold nigerian, bayode treasure olawunmi, who few days ago set himself on a reading spree to break the world guinness book of records mark for the longest marathon reading aloud category has finally done it. All the nigerians that have broken the guinness book of. The worlds authority on recordbreaking achievements since 1955. Kafayat shafau is widely credited as nigerias foremost dancer. In 2006, kaffy led her dance group to break the guinness book of record for longest dance party after they danced for 55hours and 40minutes. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, and her dancers. Six nigerians whose names are in guinness world record. From humble beginnings, kafayat shafauameh aka kaffy has risen to be one of africas most popular dancers. Kaffy was shot to fame and recognition and eventually as a star to watch in dance competition after she led her dance group to break the guinness book of records for longest dance party, maintaining a dance party for 55 hours and 40 minutes at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. The brainchild of sir hugh beaver, the book was cofounded by twin brothers norris and.
Try out some of these classic records because theres always a chance to beat your personal best, or even the worlds best. World guinness record holder and fitness coach, kafayat shafauameh better known as kaffy has risen to be one of africas most popular dancers. Comedian ayo makun ay, kaffy and other nigerians with a. She broke the world record in longest dance with a time of 52 hours and 3 minutes in 2006. Kaffy s dance routine at the shop small win big promo that. Ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have. Bernds son had asked him to submit an attempt after seeing this record listed in the 2015 edition of guinness world records. In record breaking nigerians are not left behind and some have gotten their names into the guinness world record with spectacular record breaking action. Kaffy the energetic dancer was able to blow to fame through a dance competition organised by nokia for dancing 24hours non stop. Aside her 40th birthday, which comes up in june, the year 2020 also marks her 20 years on stage as a professional dancer. Dance queen kaffy and husband celebrate 5th wedding. Her team broke existing record of 52 hours 4 minutes at 53 hours 40 minutes. I practised for two years to win guinness world record.
Kafayat shafauameh aka kaffy is a dancer, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach. Jun 02, 2017 nigerian guinness book of records holder, kafayat shafauameh popularly known as kaffy and her husband, joseph ameh, are celebrating 5 years of marital bliss today, 2nd of june. Nigerian breaks guinness world record for longest dance. From ay racking in about n182 million at the box office for his 30 days in atlanta movie to dj obi deejaying his way into the books, and kaffy dancing round the clock to have her named inked in the famous book, they have all made great accomplishments. Nigerias name was first put on the list in 2006 after kafayat shafau kaffy got the record for longest dance in the world.
Professionally kaffy started her career in 2002, but her brand became more internationally recognized when she led a group of nigerians, in breaking the guinness world record for the longest dance party in 2006. Guinness world records gwr is the global authority on record breaking achievement. I need greater incentive to break my guinness record kaffy punch. The big one happened in her career in 2016, the dance expert break the guinness book of record for longest dance party, she was the one who led her dance group to this stardom after they danced for 55hours and 40minutes. Mar 14, 2020 meanwhile, year 2020 is a remarkable one for dancer kaffy. The idea for the guinness book of world records came out of an argument sir hugh beaver, managing director of the guinness brewery, had on a. Breaking the guinness world record was really dear to my heart because it challenged my leadership skills and developed my capacity, kaffy said in an interview with guardian music. They are now in the guinness book of records, bringing the total number to four. Kafayat oluwatoyin shafau born 30 june 1980, popularly known by her stage name kaffy, is a nigerian dancer, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach she is also the founder and owner of imagneto dance company. Debbie pinki odumewu breaks guinness world records for. The famous guiness book of world records 1963 edition. The beautiful dancer, having won so many laurels locally and international, no doubt, is a head turner whenever she. Another dancer and choreographer, kaffy, also broke the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird. Peter okoye of psquare who doubles as a dance instructor and psquares choreographer, flexx, during the launch party for.
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