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“Due to my disability, I work harder so people don’t look down on me.” -Deaf Nigerian Fashion Designer

To the ordinary eye, Chika Nwaokoro is a young, enterprising lady pursuing her dreams in Fashion Design in Ikorodu, a suburb in Lagos, Nigeria. However, a closer look will tell you there is something special about her – Chika suffers from hearing loss. In this interview, she opens up on her struggles and how sheContinueContinue reading ““Due to my disability, I work harder so people don’t look down on me.” -Deaf Nigerian Fashion Designer”

Fear of being a liability or being pitied led me into Fashion Design” – Deaf Nigerian Creative opens up on challenges

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background? My name is Agbata Aloysius. I am from Mniata-Anam in Anambra State. I grew up in Enugu. I am the first of six children born to the family of Mr. Edwin Agbata And Mrs. Theresa Agbata. What led you into Fashion Design and howContinueContinue reading “Fear of being a liability or being pitied led me into Fashion Design” – Deaf Nigerian Creative opens up on challenges”