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  • 15-yr-old Kanyeyachukwu clinches Guinness World Record

    15-yr-old Kanyeyachukwu clinches Guinness World Record

    Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 15-year-old Nigerian artist, has broken the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the Largest Painting, unveiling the world’s largest art canvas by an individual.

    The record-breaking artwork, titled “Impossibility is a Myth,” was revealed in Abuja to mark the 2025 World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD).

    The awe-inspiring canvas, measuring 12,303 square meters, more than twice the size of a football field, surpassed the previous record by nearly 3,000 square meters.

    The unveiling at Eagles’ Square was attended by civil society groups, diplomats, traditional rulers, top government officials, and stakeholders in the arts and culture sector.

    Tagbo-Okeke was presented with his GWR certificate during the event.

    Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, lauded the young artist’s achievement, calling it a “historic and inspiring milestone” that demonstrated how age and challenges were no barrier to greatness.

    She emphasised that every Nigerian, regardless of background or disability, had the potential to make valuable contributions.

    Kanyeyachukwu’s father, Mr Tagbo Okeke, shared that his son’s journey started with his love for colour and a carefully structured routine to help him focus.

    He noted that the theme of the artwork, “Impossibility is a Myth,” reflected the challenges they faced in creating such a large-scale painting.

    The UN Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, Dr Mohamed Fall, represented by Cristian Munduate of UNICEF, highlighted the importance of disability inclusion in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring equal access to opportunities for people with disabilities.

    Sen. Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, lauded the achievement, emphasising that children with autism could be productive and should be provided with specialised education and care.

    He encouraged the government to invest more in the education of autistic children.

    Chikaodi Ofoegbu, Head of Retail at MTN Nigeria, also spoke at the event, stressing the importance of creating an environment where innovation and inclusivity thrived, urging all Nigerians to nurture these values.

  • BREAKING: Nigerian doctor smashes Guinness World Record

    BREAKING: Nigerian doctor smashes Guinness World Record

    Nigerian doctor and artist, Fola David-Tolaram has etched his name in drawing history by breaking the world record for creating the largest individual drawing.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed the record-breaking feat on Thursday.

    The Nigeria’s artist impressive artwork spans 1,004.7 m² (10,814.5 ft²)—roughly the size of 3.8 tennis courts—and was created on the pitch at Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos as a tribute to Nigeria’s vibrant cultural diversity.

    The 31-year-old artist explained his work titled ‘The Unity of Diversity’, as a map of Nigeria that highlights the nation’s rich traditions and unique cultural elements.

    “Nigeria is a multi-cultural nation. I wanted to create something that speaks to that and give people an avenue to celebrate their cultures,” he explained.

    The drawing, which reflects Nigeria’s array of food, clothing, festivals, and music, was inspired by David-Tolaram’s journey across Nigeria, where he immersed himself in the country’s different cultural experiences.

    “It was this experience that I brought to the stadium to create this drawing,” he said.

    The project took six days to complete on a 1,360 m² canvas, using waterproof markers, with an additional two days dedicated to setting up the extensive canvas space.

    Reflecting on the challenge, David-Tolaram admitted to initial doubts.

    “I remember standing right in the centre of this canvas, about to start, and feeling a lot of apprehension and fear. For five minutes I stood there making sure I conditioned myself for the beginning of such a challenge,” he recalled.

    However, as soon as he made the first stroke, his fears dissipated. “The moment my marker touched the canvas, there was no going back. All the fear had gone away,” he said.

    Throughout the project, crowds gathered in the 5,000-seat stadium to support him, creating what he described as an “electrifying atmosphere.”

    Expressing pride in his accomplishment, David-Tolaram said, “Holding a Guinness World Records title is absolutely unbelievable. I grew up reading about world records and never thought that I would be a record title holder. I feel very honoured, distinguished, and Officially Amazing.”

  • Yobe photographer eyes Guinness World Record

    Yobe photographer eyes Guinness World Record

    A Yobe-based photographer, Saidu Abdulrahman, has captured 897 pictures in 60 minutes, in his quest to surpass the existing Guinness World Record of 500.

    The record-breaking attempt took place in the presence of Yobe government officials, students and well wishers on wednesday in Potiskum Local Government Area of the state.

    Abdulrahman, 28, said the feat was achieved after 12 months of preparation, and expressed optimism of receiving formal recognition by the Guinness World Record.

    “I snapped 897 pictures in one hour, surpassing our target of 600 in spite of numerous challenges,” he said.

    Abdulrahman is poised to etch his name in the Guinness World Record, to further cement Yobe’s presence on the global stage.

  • Another Nigerian man smashes Guinness World Record

    Another Nigerian man smashes Guinness World Record

    A Nigerian man, Samson Ajao, has etched his name in reading history by breaking the world record for reading aloud for 215 hours.

    The GWR made this known in an article published on its website on Wednesday. In it, they disclosed that Ajao read over 100 books in total, covering subjects such as finance, sales, management, leadership, politics, health, and mental wellness.

    It would be recalled that the Osun-born celebrated setting a new record of 215 hours with his friends and supporters.

    According to GWR, Rysbai Isakov of Kyrgyzstan set the previous record of 124 hours in 2022, but Samson shattered this record by reading for almost nine full days.

    The article read, “27-year-old Samson Ajao from Osogbo, Nigeria, has performed the world’s longest marathon reading aloud, clocking in at 215 hours—just one hour short of nine full days.

    “To achieve this record, the challenger must read aloud continuously from published works, with no more than a 30-second pause between items being read.

    “As per our rules for all ‘longest marathon’ records, Samson accumulated five minutes of rest time after each hour of reading, totalling two hours per day. Only during these breaks could he eat, sleep, use the bathroom, or change his clothes.”

    Before embarking on the feat, Ajoa disclosed in a recent interview that he sought advice from medical professionals on which foods and drinks would preserve his voice and minimise the number of toilet breaks he would need.

    He added that he attempted the record-breaking venture to promote literacy development and “inspire a reading culture in Nigeria.”

    “After completing the ‘read-a-thon,’ Samson and his supporters paraded through the streets in celebration.

    “Among the revellers were Samson’s parents, who both expressed pride in their son’s accomplishment,” GWR added.

    Various dignitaries, including Osun State House of Assembly Speaker Ngozi Adeleke and Education Commissioner Dipo Eluwole witnessed his record attempt.

    Highlighting the history of the longest reading-aloud marathons, GWR stated that the “record has a rich history, dating back to 1987 when Englishman Adrian Hilton recited the complete works of Shakespeare in a ‘bard-a-thon’ lasting 110 hours and 46 minutes.”

    This feat was later surpassed by Nepal’s Deepak Sharma Bajagain in 2008, who achieved a remarkable 113 hours and 15 minutes.

    Rysbai Isakov, however, raised the bar, improving upon Bajagain’s record by almost 11 hours.

    “Samson’s record now dwarfs these remarkable feats,” GWR said.

    “Not only is it the world’s longest marathon reading aloud, but it is one of the longest marathon record attempts in Guinness World Records history, surpassed in recent times only by DJ Faber Moreira’s 10-day DJ-ing marathon.”

  • Nigerian man shatters Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours

    Nigerian man shatters Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours

    A 22-year-old content creator and food consultant, Munachimso Brian Nwana has set a world record for the most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed Nwana’s achievement, which involved visiting 150 fast-food establishments.

    An American YouTuber, Airrack previously held the record.

    Nwana’s accomplishment is remarkable because he completed the entire 25 km route on foot, starting at Chicken Republic in Gwarinpa and ending at Kilimanjaro, taking a nine-hour break between midnight and 9 a.m. to sleep.

    The 22-year-old at 5:00 p.m. on April 24 concluded the challenge 24 hours later despite the guideline that contestants cannot use public transportation.

    Reflecting on the experience, Nwana said: “New York has clusters of restaurants and adequate public transport systems, so doing this in Abuja was much more daunting and challenging.”

    Although he ate a range of cuisines like shawarma, pizza, fried chicken, and burgers, his favourite meals were Nigerian delicacies like moin moin (bean pudding) and àmàlà.

    Brian ate a lot of food, “probably enough to last a week,” he said. He tried to sample something—even if only a mouthful—from all the places he visited.

    The remaining food was devoured entirely by his crew and members of the public since waste isn’t allowed.

    Brain’s motivation for breaking this record was to showcase the variety of Nigerian cuisines. He said, “I would like to encourage people from around the world to come and explore the Nigerian food space.”

    He hinted at future plans, saying “We are not stopping here; we are going to be having a food tour across the different states in Nigeria,” said Nwana.

     

  • Nigerian chef to break Guinness World Record in barbecue marathon

    Nigerian chef to break Guinness World Record in barbecue marathon

    A Nigerian accountant and chef, Faderera Akinsowon, is set to become the Guinness World Record holder for the longest Grill-A-Thon barbecue, lasting 82 hours.

    The Ondo-born chef will begin at 1 am on Saturday, June 15 at Eric Kayser Restaurant, Bishop Aboyade Cole Str., Bendel Close, Victoria Island, Lagos.

    Speaking on the inspiration behind the attempt, he said, “Motivation is an inner drive that pushes you beyond expectations. I’ve always believed that nothing is impossible. Though I was an art student in secondary school and later studied accounting in higher education, I found my true calling in the restaurant business. Learning to grill from my grandfather in Ondo town ignited my passion for barbecue.”

    Akinsowon stated that he had to sought the help of an expert trainer last year, who dedicated a month to honing his grilling skills to ensure he gets successful at the end of the tasks.

    “Financial constraints and a demanding work ethic have been significant hurdles,” he admitted. “But my determination to succeed keeps me going.”

    According to Akinsowon, he has to grill for over 81 hours in a public area, adhering to specific guidelines set by Guinness World Records to break the record.

    “I plan to grill for more than 82 hours, using only charcoal as modern grilling machines are not permitted. The event will be open to the public, and I’ll have a medical certificate to ensure the quality and safety of the food,” he said.

    Akinsowon noted that his mother keeps him motivated and that he hopes to establish a global presence in the grilling business and inspire others through his journey.

    “I solicit for public support, private and public company support, federal and state government support as I will be embarking on the journey starting from 1 am on Saturday 15th of June till I break the record. We are inviting everybody to come and experience greatness at the venue,” he said.

  • Nigerian attempts to break another Guinness World Record

    Nigerian attempts to break another Guinness World Record

    Nigeria’s Diana Paul is attempting to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) of 105 hours in singing marathon event.

    She is attempting to set a new record of 150 hours or more.

    The GWR marathon event is one-of-a-kind experience expected to bring together music lovers, aspiring singers, and industry stakeholders for an unforgettable celebration of songs.

    The longest singing marathon by an individual lasted 105 hours and was achieved by Sunil Waghmare (India) in Nagpur, India, from March 3 to 7, 2012.

    The record attempt started at 11.06 a.m. on March 3, with a variety of popular Indian songs.

    No song was repeated within a 4-hour period.

    The attempt ended on the evening of March 7, after which Mr Waghmare joined in with a sing song with his supporters.

    However, Nigeria’s Paul, resident in the FCT, is a song writer, author, girl-child enthusiast and an advocate for goodwill.

    She said at a news conference on Sunday in Abuja that her application to set the new singing marathon record had been duly approved and sanctioned by the GWR.

    Paul explained that she was not only attempting to set a new record, but also to use the platform as an opportunity to challenge the youth in the country not to give up on their dreams.

    “My goal is to stir up the youth to pursue their passion, commemorate the international women’s month and take on feats that promote human existence and peace.

    “Music, like football, brings people together which provides a unique platform for networking, showcasing products/services, and fostering collaborations among participants,” she said.

    Mr Henry Ajifoh, the C.E.O of Big TV Space, the organiser of the event in collaboration with GWR, said the event had been scheduled to hold at Blake Resort, Garki, Abuja on April 22.

    He stressed that the sing-a-thon event was a highly anticipated gathering that would attract a diverse audience from various industries and backgrounds.

    He called on sponsors to come on board and lend their support for the event by showing their commitment to the arts and music industry.

    “We have a strong track record of organising successful events such as this and creating impactful partnerships that drive value for all stakeholders involved.

    “We are actively seeking sponsors and partners to support this unique event.”

  • Nigerian student breaks Guinness World Record

    Nigerian student breaks Guinness World Record

    Nigerian art student, Chancellor Ahaghotu, has broken a decade-old record for the longest painting marathon after painting for 100 consecutive hours, Guinness World Records (GWR), has announced on its website.

    GWR said Ahaghotu, a sophomore at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, broke the record of 60 hours which was set 10 years ago, by Roland Palmaerts (Belgium/Canada) in 2013.

    According to GWR, for this record, the challenger can either work on one large painting or create multiple ones, but the painting(s) must be of a recognisable image not abstract painting.

    GWR explained that over four days, Chancellor worked tirelessly to produce 106 pieces depicting all manner of subjects, including celebrities, food items, plants, animals, and much more.

    According to GWR, Chancellor said he battled fatigue around the 88-hour mark, but was committed to reaching his target of 100 hours.

    He initially planned to do one painting per hour, so before beginning the record attempt, he prepared 100 canvasses with sketches, ready for him to paint.

    However, during his paint-athon, he completed them all with a few hours to spare, so he then produced a series of impromptu still lives, before finishing with a painting of an exhausted person.

    “I came to the United States to pursue my dreams and build up my career as a recognised artist.

    “Breaking the record will boost my recognition as an artist both in my school and the world at large,” Chancellor told GWR before embarking on his record attempt.

    “This record helps me feel a very high level of personal achievement, build up my career as a reputable artist, and pay a service to my school and country.

    “One thing I love about the paintings I created is that they were representing my different moods and how I was feeling when I created them.

    “There was joy and celebration when I completed the 100 hours,” Chancellor said.

    According to GWR, as with all ‘longest marathon’ records, the challenger is permitted a five-minute rest break for every continuous hour of activity, these rest breaks can be accumulated if not taken.

    GWR explained that those were the only times Chancellor could use the bathroom, eat or sleep.

  • Nigerian teacher breaks Guinness World Record for longest marathon reading 

    Nigerian teacher breaks Guinness World Record for longest marathon reading 

    A Nigerian teacher, John Obot, has surpassed the existing 124 hours and 15mins Guinness World Record for the longest individual marathon reading aloud.

    The Akwa Ibom state-born teacher broke the existing Guinness World Record held by Isakov of Turkey, achieving an extraordinary 145 hours of non-stop reading.

    Obot, an active member of the Uyo Book Club, concluded the reading marathon which took place in Uyo, the state capital on Tuesday.

    Supporters and admirers were at the venue of the event to encourage Obot, including the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Enobong Uwah, the Commissioner of Education, Idongesit Etiebiet, and the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Umo Eno on Media, Anietie Usen.

    As the marathoner approached the remarkable milestone of 144 hours, 59 minutes, and 34 seconds, the audience initiated a countdown in anticipation of his monumental achievement.

    In an expression of gratitude, Obot stated: “I feel immensely grateful for this accomplishment. It was a challenging yet fulfilling experience. I wanted to push my limits and contribute to the love of reading and knowledge.”

    Guinness World Record is yet to verify and confirm Obot’s extraordinary feat.

     

  • Meet Damilola Adeparusi, Ekiti-born chef competing against Hilda Baci for Guinness World Record

    Meet Damilola Adeparusi, Ekiti-born chef competing against Hilda Baci for Guinness World Record

    An Ekiti-born chef, Miss Damilola Adeparusi, on Sunday continued in her quest to break the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon.

    Adeparusi, who is currently a student of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has run a 56 hours cooking marathon in Ilupeju-Ekiti.

    She is currently cooking at an apartment in the community in Oye Local Government Area.

    Adeparusi started her 120 hour marathon cooking task at 12 am on Friday, but in a very  small space kitchen with little ventilation.

    It was observed that she has no medical arrangements for medical personnel to be on ground in case of any unforseen circumstance.

    Security agencies are also not available to safeguard the environment except a few private security officers popularly called bouncers.

    It was gathered that besides being a chef, Adeparusi is also a poet, songwriter, and editor. Her official social media pages carry these titles as well.

    She is a curious person and has passion  for researching and learning about new things.

    Adeparusi is representing a church, Spirit Word Global Mission, in the cook-a-thon and she is attempting to surpass Hilda Baci’s 100hrs record with her 120 hours goal.

    She has been able to make varieties of food such as rice and beans, beans porridge, Semovita with vegetables, porridge, spaghetti, among other delicacies.

    The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ekiti State Council,  Rotimi Ojomoyela, has sent words of encouragement to her and urged Ekiti indigenes to show support for her to make the State proud.

    As at the time of filing this report, officials of the State government and management staff of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) had not paid her a visit to give her any encouragement.