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Egypt “Ify” Ufele

March 9, 2016 in Modern Worthies

Egypt “Ify” Ufele

10-Year Old Creator of Plus-Sized, Nigerian-Themed Fashion Line

Ify was bullied at school for her size. In response, she started an Instagram account and a fashion line.

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