Anita Natacha Akide

Anita Natacha Akide, commonly known as Tacha, is a Nigerian media personality, reality television star, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She gained widespread public recognition following her participation in the fourth season of the Nigerian reality competition show *Big Brother Naija* in 2019. **Early Life and Education** Anita Natacha Akide was born on December 23, 1995. For her higher education, she attended the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education in Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, Nigeria, where she successfully completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language in 2016. **Career Progression and Notable Works** Akide rose to national prominence in 2019 as a contestant on *Big Brother Naija (Season 4): Pepper Dem*, where she finished in 6th place. Her time on the show established her as a highly influential and often controversial media figure, significantly boosting her profile. Following her appearance, she leveraged her reality television fame to launch a career as a media personality and entrepreneur. In 2021, she further expanded her reality TV portfolio by appearing in the 37th season of MTV’s *The Challenge: Spies, Lies & Allies*. **Major Achievements and Philanthropy** As an entrepreneur, Akide has successfully established various business ventures, including launching her own line of merchandise, most notably the "Titans Collection." She is also known for her philanthropic efforts. In 2020, she founded the Natacha Akide Foundation (NAF) with the mission of serving the underprivileged. Furthermore, she launched the "Pad For Every Girl (PEG)" initiative, dedicated to educating young women on female hygiene. Her influence has been recognized with several awards, including winning Social Media Influencer of the Year, Female Personality of The Year, and Brand Influencer of the Year at various ceremonies in 2020 and 2021. **Current Status** Anita Natacha Akide remains a highly influential figure in Nigerian media and social platforms. She is actively engaged as an entrepreneur and brand ambassador—notably for GetFit, a fitness brand—and continues her advocacy and philanthropic work through her foundation. Her current status is defined by her successful transition from reality television contestant to a prominent figure in entertainment and business.