Lisha Dackor, a 19-year-old Nigerian woman, recently attempted to break the world record by painting over 4,000 nails in just 72 hours. With a nail brush in hand, she worked tirelessly at an events centre in Plateau state, northern Nigeria, painting nails with various colors. The three-day marathon came to an end on Wednesday, and Lisha is now awaiting confirmation from Guinness World Records.
In order for her attempt to count, Guinness World Records rules state that she must paint 60 fingernails per hour. Lisha embarked on this challenge not only to break the record but also to change the narrative about teen mothers like herself. As a single mother, she wants to give hope and show that they have something to offer society. Having worked as a nail technician for almost three years, she also hopes to put women from northern Nigeria in the spotlight and place her home state, Plateau, on the map.
Plateau state is located where Nigeria’s mainly Muslim north meets the largely Christian south, making it a diverse and culturally rich region. Despite facing decades of insecurity and conflict between different ethnic and religious groups, Lisha received support from all ethnic groups during her record attempt. She hopes that her achievement will not only inspire others but also change the perception of Plateau state as a beautiful and welcoming place.