Kaffy Sunday Guardian Interview

How Naija’s Best Dancer, Kaffy Left Aeronautic Engineering To Become A Professional Dancer Is Inspiring


Kafayat Oluwatoyin Shafu-Ameh also known as Kaffy is probably the most celebrated and popular choreographer in Nigeria. She is married to Joseph Ameh and they blessed in with two beautiful children and they recently celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary.

It is no longer news that she is an inspiration to lots of women across the globe. Her hard work, tenacity and strength are definitely worth admiring.

We have some excerpts from her interview with Guardian below


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About ditching aeronautic engineering for dancing

“In fact, I feel more fulfilled now (with) what I’m doing. I have an opportunity to directly impact people’s lives and empower people’s minds for the better,”

On winning the Headies Awards

“Even as much as it felt it was long overdue, for us to be recognized for our contributions in the entertainment industry, it also feels good that it came especially. The pain, the gain, the disappointment is all not in vain.”

On advice  to upcoming dancers

“My trade secret is total commitment. When I get a job, I do it with all my heart, not based on pay.”





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