The beautiful dancer, having won so many laurels locally and international, no doubt, is a head turner whenever she. 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. 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. Wizkid has entered the guinness book of world records. Kaffy breaks record again to become the first dancer to. Guinness world records gwr is the global authority on record breaking achievement.
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. Kaffy is is currently a dance instructor who has developed innovative visualisationbased methods for teaching dance. 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. Nigerian on the guinness book of world records and they. He made guiness world record for the longest rap freestyle. World guinness record holder and fitness coach, kafayat shafauameh better known as kaffy has risen to be one of africas most popular dancers. Why nigerian dancers are not appreciated enough kaffy. Bernds son had asked him to submit an attempt after seeing this record listed in the 2015 edition of guinness world records. They are now in the guinness book of records, bringing the total number to four. So far, only nigerians in africa have made it into the guinness book of world records. This year two more nigerians are world record breakers. The beautiful dancer, having won so many laurels locally and international, no doubt, is a head turner whenever she displays her elegance dance moves.
The measurement was confirmed by dentist silvia locklair. 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. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record. 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. Kaffys dance routine at the shop small win big promo that stormed. Six nigerians whose names are in guinness world record. She is best known for breaking the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. 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. Nigerian breaks guinness world record for longest dance. List of nigerians who are guinness world record breakers. Nigeria gets recognized by guinness book of world records for having the worlds largest football jersey. Guinness book of world record holder kaffy the dance. 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.
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. In this chat, she opens up on her blossoming career, motherhood. First, nigeria got into the book of world information for having the largest football shirt in the world. Simply make your application and select the event gwr day 2019 when prompted, and join in the celebrations. She is currently a dance instructor who has developed innovative visualisationbased methods for teaching dance and dance fitness in an acceleratedlearning format. Kafayat shafauameh aka kaffy is a dancer, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach. The painted shirt, created by guinness nigeria plc in surulere, lagos, on 25. 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. Ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have. 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. Below are the list of nigerians who are guinness world record breakers. Kaffy s dance routine at the shop small win big promo that. Wizkid singer breaks into guinness book of records with.
I need greater incentive to break my guinness record kaffy punch. She is best known for breaking the guinness world records world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. 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. Guinness book of records title holder for the longest dance, kaffy.
Her team broke existing record of 52 hours 4 minutes at 53 hours 40 minutes. The guinness book of records holds records of some wonderful nigerians whose amazing feats landed them in. She is also the founder and owner of imagneto dance company. Ay makun, kaffy and these other nigerian celebritie have made. Another dancer and choreographer, kaffy, also broke the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird danceathon in 2006. The 36yearold has now been married for four years with two children. Mar 14, 2020 meanwhile, year 2020 is a remarkable one for dancer kaffy. Aside her 40th birthday, which comes up in june, the year 2020 also marks her 20 years on stage as a professional dancer. 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. Dance with peter reality tv show, sponsored by globacom, at the silverbird galleria in lagos on saturday. Kaffy from nigeria broke the world record in longest dance with a time of 52 hours and 3 minutes.
Comedian ayo makun ay, kaffy and other nigerians with a. Debbie pinki odumewu breaks guinness world records for. Head of tv reality show and special projects, globacom, yemi halim. 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. 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. Kaffy the energetic dancer was able to blow to fame through a dance competition organised by nokia for dancing 24hours non stop. 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. 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. Chiddera anemege of chiddy bang officially broke the guinness world record for in this nomination. All the nigerians that have broken the guinness book of.
Jul 29, 2016 one africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, a. In 2006, kaffy led her dance group to break the guinness book of records world record for longest dance party after they danced for. 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. I need greater incentive to break my guinness record kaffy. Are you thinking of making a record application either as an individual or in a small team in the next few months.
One of the great things he has created is the biggest painting as big as a football field. June date for kaffys dance workshop the sun nigeria. 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. She has featured in music videos for alist nigerian musicians. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, a. Motherhood helped me overcome depression kaffy reveals. I practised for two years to win guinness world record. 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. In record breaking nigerians are not left behind and some have gotten their names into the guinness world record with spectacular record breaking action. Nigerias name was first put on the list in 2006 after kafayat shafau kaffy got the record for longest dance in the world. The worlds authority on recordbreaking achievements since 1955. One africa music fest rehearsals with kaffy nigerian guinness world record dancer, tiwa savage, and her dancers.
The renowned fitness and dance instructor, kaffy has her own dance school. He is more than just a teacher he is an artist that holds the record in various categories. 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. Nigerian on the guinness book of world records and they made. 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. 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. Another nigerian gets guiness book of record nod for dance. Chidera anemege popularly known as chiddy of chiddy bang rapped his way into the guinness book of records in. In this article well be talking about personalities, nigerians really, who broke the guinness world record and are since enjoying the fame that follows.
Weirdest guinness world record holders guinness world. Kafayat shafau is widely credited as nigerias foremost dancer. Kaffy double celebration for africas dance queenguardian. Madeira island in the guinness world records 20062007. Nigerian dancer breaks longest dance world record youtube. 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. Who is kaffy everything you need to know fameinhistory. Guinness world records firework display new years eve madeira island 20062007.
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. The brainchild of sir hugh beaver, the book was cofounded by twin brothers norris and. This is not the kind of post i have ever imagined i would be doing about you. Six nigerians whose names are in guiness world record. 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 famous guiness book of world records 1963 edition on. Another dancer and choreographer, kaffy, also broke the guinness world record for longest dance party at the nokia silverbird. Malta guinness street dance and some editions of headies awards, to name a few. 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. From the catapult in her career which started in 2006 when she broke the guinness world record. Glo unveils nigerias hottest dancing competition, dance with. We work with leading global brands and businesses to break world records as part of bespoke marketing campaigns. From humble beginnings, kafayat shafauameh aka kaffy has risen to be one of africas most popular dancers. Peter okoye of psquare who doubles as a dance instructor and psquares choreographer, flexx, during the launch party for.
Sikat na aktres, nahuli sa edsa walang quarantine pass. Subscribe be the first to view our latest videos follow wazobiamax tv on facebook. Faith tabernacle puts nigeria in guinness book of world. By patricia uyeh, nigerian professional dancer, odumewu debbie, a.
Madeira island has won a certificate for the biggest firework display in the world. Wizkid singer breaks into guinness book of records with one. She did this with her team, imagneto, at the nokia silverbird danceathon. 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. 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. 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. Let our team help engage your audience through unforgettable moments of sheer amazement and wonder, whilst delivering bottomline results. Kafayat oluwatoyin shafau born 30 june 1980, popularly known by her stage name kaffy, is a nigerian dancer, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach.
Chidera anemege popularly known as chiddy of chiddy bang rapped his way into the guinness book of records in 2011. 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. Faith tabernacle puts nigeria in guinness book of world records. She broke the world record in longest dance with a time of 52 hours and 3 minutes in 2006. 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. 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. He set the record at the mtv o music awards in las vegas, the u. Guinness book of records holder, kafayat oluwatoyin shafau a. 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 2016, an instagram rant by popular nigerian choreographer, kafayat shefau, popularly known as kaffy, revealed the shoddy manner nigerian musicians treat dancers. Kaffy full name is kafayat oluwatoyin shafau was born 30 june 1980, is a nigerian dancer,video vixen, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach. Guinness world record breaker, kaffy on her career journey.
Dance queen kaffy and husband celebrate 5th wedding. How about making your attempt on gwr day on 14 november. Chilling out with nigerias guinness world record holder, the dance queen kaffy. All the nigerians that have broken the guinness book of records. 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. She is best known for breaking the guinness world record for longest. Nigerians in guiness book of records and the records they. He is the current holder of the longest rap freestyle by an individual. 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. The famous guiness book of world records 1963 edition.