Sallah was good for our business—FCT beauticians
By Fidelia Okosodo/Miracle Imochi
Beauticians, hairdressers, and grooming specialists across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) say they recorded massive patronage during the just-celebrated Eid-el-Kabir festival.
During a visit by a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent to various salons and beauty parlours on Tuesday, beauticians said they had a huge customer turnout during the festive period.
They expressed immense satisfaction with the turnout, describing it as one of the most rewarding times of the year.
Mrs Sahadatu Musa, a hairstylist in Nyanya, shared her delight over the brisk business, noting the direct financial impact.
“I’m so happy. Business was great.
“What I’ve earned in the festive period will cover my children’s school fees and even new clothes for them. It’s a real relief,” she said.
She added that service rates typically rose during the festive season due to high demand.
“I handled more than 50 clients in a day during the festive period and as the day was not even over yet, many customers still came.
“Some clients opted for home services to beat the long queues at salons.
“It cost more, N6,000 instead of the usual N4,000 but it was worth it,” she said.
Mr Abubakar Abdellah, a henna artist in Lugbe, also reported strong demand, noting that festive designs were particularly popular.
“Red henna went for N4,000, while the black variety cost N8,000.”
Barbers also experienced a surge in patronage.
Mr Kabiru Umar, a barber in Bwari, noted that he had to expand both his services and workforce to meet the growing demand.
“Parents came in with their kids for haircuts, beard trims, and general grooming.
“We even added services like manicures, pedicures, and face massages.
“To keep up, I upgraded equipment, restocked supplies, and hired more hands,” he said.
For tailors, the period was equally hectic.
Zainab Abubakar, a tailor in Jikwoyi, who specialises in women’s wear, described it as the busiest and most profitable season.
“Orders started coming in two to three weeks before Sallah, but the real rush hit in the final days.
“Women wanted abayas made from lace, chiffon, or crepe, modest but stylish.
“I even had to turn down some orders. Time management was crucial or you would end up disappointing people,” she said.
From makeup artists to barbers, stylists, and tailors, professionals across the FCT said the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir was not only spiritually uplifting but also financially and professionally rewarding, marking a truly successful and fulfilling holiday season. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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