In order
to beat the world record for the world’s tallest valentine card, Strands say
that they already have a contending card. This card which will be over 5 story
building tall is also expected to be signed by celebrities and 20,000 people.
already some Nollywood actors have pledged to be at Unilag where the card will
be displayed to sign the card.
According
to Alafia Gbadebo, Strand’s CEO, the card signing is not just about record
breaking but also about sharing love with those that need it most in the society.
“After the cards are signed by celebrities and 20,000 people, we will be giving
it out to societies that take care of
rape victims. The card will be up for ten days, from 11th of this
month to 20th.”
The card
display and card signing is a part the eighth edition of BonMarche
FAIRstival, also known as the student’s trade fair. “This is like the valentine
edition of the fair which has been going on for eight years now vendors will
have on display their amazing fashion pieces at their best deals. We want to
make sure that there is a lot of discounts and love and for people to mingle
and network and also get chance to win freebies,” Alafia said.
There will also be surprise appearances
by Nollywood actors who will be signing the card. Some of them have expressed
their excitement over the card. Actor, Joseph Benjamin describes the attempt as
daring and pledges support for the idea behind the signings. “This is a first
in Nigeria, and I am happy it is happening. I and my colleagues will surely
show our love for the rape victims. I will not tell you the day I will be
coming, so you need to be at the fair everyday to catch me.
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