Former Big Brother Naija reality star Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has officially earned a spot in the Guinness World Records after setting two remarkable records for the most cosmetic makeovers completed in both eight-hour and 24-hour periods.
The record body confirmed her achievement in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, stating: “Congratulations to @Symply_Tacha who set TWO new @GWR titles for the most cosmetic makeovers in eight hours and 24 hours.”
Tacha made her record attempt last month during the Tacha Beauty Festival, held from October 10 to 12, 2025, at the John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture & History in Lagos, where she worked on 150 models over the three-day event.
According to Guinness World Records, the 29-year-old successfully completed 82 makeovers within eight hours and went on to achieve 144 makeovers within 24 hours, earning her two global titles.
Reacting to the news, Tacha shared an emotional message on Instagram, appreciating her fans, her team, and her late mother. She wrote: “The achievement was powered by grace, persistence, and the unwavering support of my TEAM and fans who refused to let me quit.”
She continued: “You smiled, talked, cried, and hyped me till the very last second. From the depth of my heart, thank you. We didn’t just work! We warred.”
Reflecting on the struggles behind the scenes, she added: “The world sees the headline, but God and I know the trenches: sleepless nights, generator hum, prayers at 3 AM, swollen feet, shaky hands and grace that does not lie.”
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Prompt News reports in her statement to Guinness World Records, Tacha explained what inspired her: “The idea of daring to be different drove me. Makeup has always been. From childhood, I was fascinated by colours and beauty. This record was born from that same spirit, resilience, and the courage to stand out. I wanted to show that Nigerian women can achieve anything they put their minds to, that creativity is powerful, and that African women deserve global recognition.”
Addressing her supporters, she said: “To everyone who called, pulled up, reposted, believed before they saw it, thank you. The same God who did this for me knows the secret prayers in your heart, and He will answer you double.”
She concluded with a motivational message: “Do not stop. If you don’t have haters, pray for haters because they’ll push you into purpose. While they hate, I chase destiny and win. My first name is Anita; it means gracious. And grace is loud on my life.”
