TIJANI Latifat

Origin of Impairment
Acquired (Athlete, 10 Jul 2019)

Impairment Details
Her impairment is a result of the effects of polio. (Athlete, 10 Jul 2019)

General
HAIRDRESSING AT COMPETITIONS
She has worked as a hairdresser in Nigeria and styled the hair of one of her fellow competitors at the 2019 World Championships in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan. "I was in the toilet when I heard them [Emirati female Para powerlifters] complaining that they needed a hairdresser. I told them that I can help, and convinced them that I am a professional hairdresser. They were initially surprised and wondered how that could be possible. She explained the style that she wanted and we later exchanged hotel room addresses. After training, I went to her room and assisted her. Though she offered me money, I didn't collect it. My aim for helping was not to collect money. I wanted to promote relationships between us and I was happy that I did that. The accolades I got from my fellow competitors were enough for me. I learnt hairdressing and that is my profession. It is what I do for a living when I am not competing. Our government is not supportive enough so I have to find an alternative means of surviving." (punchng.com, 29 Aug 2019)