Three Attempts By Nigerians To Break Guinness World Records That Ended In Tears

Since 1955, the Guinness World Records has celebrated extraordinary accomplishments globally. In Nigeria, luminaries such as Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Stephen Keshi, Bose Omolayo, and others have left their marks on this prestigious platform, showcasing excellence in various fields.

Record-Breaking Chef – Hilda Baci:

On June 13, 2023, 27-year-old chef Hilda Baci made headlines by breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time. Her remarkable feat of 93 hours, 11 minutes, and 00 seconds took place at Amore Gardens in Lekki, Lagos, captivating the nation’s attention.

However, Baci’s success stirred unexpected consequences. It triggered spontaneous challenges from individuals seeking recognition but resulted in injuries and no records.

Challenges Leading to Injuries:

1. July 1 | Ijeoma’s Ambitious Massage Attempt:

   Nigerian masseuse Joyce Ijeoma undertook a 72-hour massage challenge to break an existing record. Unfortunately, on July 1, 2023, she fainted during her attempt in Lekki, Lagos, after completing 50 hours. Alastair Galpin held the previous record set in 2015.

2. July 19 | Ebere’s Cry-A-Thon Challenge:

   Tembu Ebere embarked on a unique challenge – a week-long ‘cry-a-thon’ to break the Guinness World Record. During this emotional ordeal, Ebere claimed to go partially blind for 45 minutes due to headaches, puffy eyes, and a swollen face. He emphasized that his attempt was unofficial.

3. November 27 | Enitan’s Hand Wash-A-Thon:

   Subair Enitan, a 200-level student at Obafemi Awolowo University, aimed to set a GWR record for the longest hand wash by an individual. Successfully completing 58 hours at the Student Union Building Motor park, she was rushed to the hospital for a medical check, securing her place in history.

Despite these valiant efforts, the participants faced challenges and injuries in their pursuit of Guinness World Records recognition. The spotlight on their endeavors underscores the uniqueness and sometimes unforeseen consequences of attempting such feats.

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