Guinness World Record has recently announced that they have received approximately one thousand five hundred (1,500) applications from enthusiastic
Nigerians. This surge in applications can be attributed to the remarkable achievement of chef Hilda Baci, who successfully broke the record for the longest cooking marathon a few months ago. Her inspiring feat has sparked a trend among Nigerians to participate in various marathon challenges in an attempt to secure their own place in the esteemed Guinness World Records.
Guinness World Record. Photo credit: GWR. Source: Google
These marathons have encompassed a wide range of activities, including but not limited to reading, kissing, engaging in sexual activity, cooking, massaging, and many more. The enthusiasm and interest generated by Hilda Baci's incredible cooking marathon achievement have undoubtedly motivated numerous Nigerians to consider pursuing their own Guinness World Records titles. Consequently, Guinness World Record has observed a significant upsurge in applications from Nigeria, particularly for marathon-related records.
Guinness World Record stated, "The attention and excitement garnered by Hilda Baci's cooking marathon accomplishment have undeniably served as a strong incentive for many Nigerians to contemplate attempting a Guinness World Records title. Since her record-breaking attempt, we have seen a notable increase in applications from Nigeria, specifically for records related to marathons.
