Anita Natacha Akide (known as “Tacha”) just turned a bold dream into history. At her “Tacha Beauty Festival” in Lagos, she gave out 82 ful...
Anita Natacha Akide (known as “Tacha”) just turned a bold dream into history. At her “Tacha Beauty Festival” in Lagos, she gave out 82 full makeovers in 8 hours, then kept going to hit 144 in 24 hours — earning two official Guinness World Records titles. Imagine the same resolve of the Nigerian sprinter who refuses to quit at the last 100 metres — that’s the level of dedication she brought to her craft.
A Major Milestone
Tacha has officially been certified by Guinness World Records for not just one, but two striking achievements: the most cosmetic makeovers in 8 hours (82) and the most makeovers in 24 hours (144) for an individual.
This milestone event took place during her festival held at the John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture & History in Lagos on October 11 2025.
The Makeover Marathon
Setting such records didn’t come easy. Each makeover had to meet strict criteria: foundation, concealer, blush, two eyeshadows, mascara, lip liner and gloss, finishing powder, and shaped eyebrows.
Tacha began with the first goal — 82 makeovers in 8 hours — then pressed on, through fatigue, storms, power outages and shaky hands, reaching 144 transformations in the full 24 hours.
For perspective, the previous record holder, Sierra Leone’s Mary Yongai, had done significantly fewer within the same time span. Tacha beat that by more than 30 makeovers.
The Storm, The Power Cuts & The Will to Go On
What makes this story even more compelling? The conditions were far from perfect. A nine-hour storm disrupted the event, blowing away parts of the setup. At times the power went off — but Tacha and her team kept going, using phone flashlight beams when needed.
She recounted:
“We faced a nine-hour storm… the rain poured… the wind scattered the setup… and we had to rebuild mid-event. When the lights went off, my team turned on their phone flashlights, and I kept doing makeovers in the dark.”
That kind of grit is rare. The kind many young creatives in Nigeria and across Africa see and hope to emulate.
From Reality TV to Record-Breaker
Tacha first shot into public view during Big Brother Naija, where she was both loved and critiqued. But instead of letting the scrutiny stop her, she built a brand — beauty, confidence and now achievement.
It’s reminiscent of how other Nigerian stars turned early controversy or public skepticism into stepping stones. For example, when film director and actor Funke Akindele re-imagined her career post-sitcoms and became a powerhouse producer, she showed the link between resilience and reinvention.
Why This Truly Matters
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Representation & Breaking Stereotypes: A Nigerian woman setting global records challenges old ideas about capability and geography. Tacha said the record was for “every girl child” and “every creative who was doubted”.
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Creative Economy Boost: The beauty industry is often sidelined, but this shows it carries weight, stamina, and world-stage potential.
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Global Spotlight on African Talent: While music and film from Africa have gone global, beauty and makeover marathons rarely make headlines—until now.
Real-World Example
Just like Tacha, another Nigerian-based creative — chef and record-setter Hilda Baci — broke the world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, highlighting how persistence matters in non-traditional fields.
These stories build a pattern: young Africans deciding they will do rather than wait to be done to. They show a shift from “someone else will recognise me” to “I will create the recognition”.
What’s Next for Tacha
Now that the titles are official, the spotlight stays bright. Tacha says she’s already thinking of bigger things. Maybe the next record, maybe a global beauty movement, maybe bigger festival editions. For her fans, it’s proof of the phrase: “Limits are illusions.”
Conclusion
Tacha’s achievement of two Guinness World Records in one sitting is more than a headline — it’s a message. A message that if you hold your vision, back it with action, and don’t quit during storms and power outages, you can rewrite the narrative for yourself and others. Her story joins the growing list of African creatives who are not waiting — they’re making the records. For you reading this: if you’ve got that idea, that tool, that small spark, maybe this is your invitation too. Dream loud. Work hard. And one day someone will say your name in history.