Latasha Ngwube

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Latasha Ngwube
Born
Latasha Onyebuchi Ngwube

(1983-05-08) 8 May 1983 (age 40)
Lagos
NationalityNigerian
EducationFederal government girls college, Shagamu
Alma mater University of Lagos
OccupationLifestyle Journalist

Latasha Onyebuchi Ngwube (born May 8, 1983) is a Nigerian journalist, media personality, and advocate for body positivity. She is best known for her work in the Nigerian fashion and entertainment industry, as well as her efforts to promote inclusivity and diversity in the media. [1]

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Early life and education

Latasha Ngwube was born on May 8, 1983, in Lagos, Nigeria. [2] [3] She attended Federal government girls’ college, Shagamu and graduated in 1999. She then proceeded to the University of Lagos.

Career

Ngwube's journalism career began with notable roles in traditional print media houses such as Vanguard (Nigeria) newspaper, Allure magazine, This Day newspaper, Pride Magazine, Business Day, [4] [5] and RedEdit Magazine. [6]

Ngwube is the creative director of AboutThatCurvyLife, a dynamic movement that advocates for size diversity, inclusion, and acceptance in Africa. Under her leadership, [7] AboutThatCurvyLife organized the first-ever size-inclusive runway show at Lagos Fashion Week, featured on CNN, BBC, and Euronews. [8] [9] Her efforts have significantly contributed to reshaping the fashion industry's narrative and promoting body positivity. [10]

Ngwube is considered by some to be an influential figure and tastemaker. [11]

She has been involved in charitable initiatives, particularly those focused on education and empowerment in underserved communities. [9]

Awards and recognition

Ngwube was appointed as the Director of Media and PR at the maiden edition of the Edo State Film Festival (ESIFF). [12] [13] She was included in the 80th Golden Globes award non-member voting committee. [14] Additionally, she served as a guest editor for AccelerateTV's The Cover magazine. [15]

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References

  1. ↑ "BNStyle Exclusive: Latasha Ngwube Breaks Down What It Takes To Be A Voter For The Golden Globes 2023". January 10, 2023.
  2. ↑ "Latasha Ngwube's schedule for Social Media Week Lagos 2019". socialmediaweeklagos2019.sched.com.
  3. ↑ Omoyeni, Tolu (December 7, 2017). "Latasha Ngwube is 'The Quintessential Lace Woman' for My Q Lady's new collection".
  4. ↑ "How did she do it?". 5 March 2022.
  5. ↑ "Women's empowerment is complex - Mfon Ekpo, CEO of the Discovery Centre". 2 April 2022.
  6. ↑ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/03/todays-woman-myfood-by-hilda-latasha-ngwube-initiate-discourse-on-nigerian-culinary/
  7. ↑ "ARISE Fashion Week 2018 Day 1: About That Curvy Life Collective (MANOSHIA)". April 1, 2018.
  8. ↑ "'About That Curvy Life Collective' back with plus size fashion for LFDW". October 22, 2017.
  9. 1 2 "Lanre Da-Silva, Abaya, About that Curvy Life Open ARISE Fashion Week – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com.
  10. ↑ "Latasha Ngwube preaches body positivity to curvy women". 23 August 2020.
  11. ↑ "Today's Woman, MyFood by Hilda, Latasha Ngwube initiate discourse on Nigerian culinary". March 27, 2023.
  12. ↑ "Edo State International Film Festival #ESIFF2022: Edo To The World!". edofilmfestival.com. August 28, 2022.
  13. ↑ Simon, Stephanie (August 27, 2022). "Edo State International film festival to hold In September".
  14. ↑ Kan, Toni (January 15, 2023). ""Being a Golden Globe judge is validation" - Latasha Ngwube".
  15. ↑ Tv, Bn (August 14, 2020). "Latasha Ngwube is All About Body Positivity on Accelerate TV's "The Cover"".
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