November 19, (THEWILL) – Nigerian wig artisan, Helen Williams, has secured her place in the esteemed Guinness Book of World Records after her remarkable achievement of crafting the longest handmade wig ever documented, as highlighted on the Guinness World Records, GWR website. She is the second Nigerian to be recognised by the GWR after Chef Hilda Baci.
The record-setting handmade wig measures an impressive 351.28 meters (1,152 feet 5 inches) and was skillfully crafted in the Abule Egba area of Lagos State, Nigeria, on July 7.
Following official approval from GWR, the wigmaker proudly shared the news of her achievement on Instagram. Subsequently, she posted a video on Friday capturing the moment she received the well-deserved award delivered to her.
From devouring Guinness World Record books as a kid to making headlines herself, Helen’s journey has completed a full circle. As a seasoned wigmaker, she targeted a record she was confident in achieving, fueled by the dream of one day gracing the pages she once eagerly flipped through.
As an entrepreneur, wigmaker, wig instructor, and the CEO of Hair Rita 9ja, Helen embarked on her hair business journey in 2019. Reflecting on her Instagram page, she shared that the path wasn’t easy, emphasising her commitment to avoiding dipping into her initial capital, even during challenging financial times.
Fuelled by the passion to make every woman feel beautiful without breaking the bank, Helen said, “No matter the budget, every woman deserves to look good.” Guided by this principle, she crafted thousands of wigs, showcasing her creations on various e-commerce platforms in Nigeria.
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