Tunde Onakoya and Other Nigerian Guinness World Record Breakers

Tunde Onakoya’s achievement of breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon in New York’s Times Square is a remarkable feat.

At 29 years old, he surpassed the previous record by reaching an impressive 57-hour mark, demonstrating endurance, skill, and determination in the game of chess.

Onakoya joins a growing list of Nigerians who have made significant accomplishments and broken Guinness World Records in various fields, reflecting the talent and tenacity of individuals from Nigeria. Some of these notable achievements include:

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1. Hilda Baci (May 2023): Entered the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, showcasing culinary expertise and perseverance.
2. Divine Ikubor (Rema) (May 2023): Made history with his hit song ‘Calm Down’ as the first No. 1 Hit on The Official MENA Chart, a remarkable achievement in the music industry.
3. Gbenga Ezekiel (October 2022): Achieved world records in skipping, demonstrating exceptional physical ability and skill.
4. Folashade Oluwafemiayo (August 2022): Set a new world record in Para Powerlifting and won gold medals in international competitions.
5. Chukwuebuka Ezugha and Victor Richard Kipo (March 2022): Achieved a world record for the most consecutive passes of a football between the head and soles.
6. Vincent Okezie (March 2022): Mastered football (soccer) ‘around the world’ tricks and set a Guinness World Record.
7. Bose Omolayo (December 2021): Set a new Guinness World Record in para powerlifting.
8. Chinonso Miracle Eze (October 2021): Achieved a world record for the fastest time to 1,000 touches while balancing another ball on the head.
9. Peter Aho (October 2021): Excelled in cricket, breaking records for bowling performance in T20i games.
10. Bayo Omoboriowo (September 2021): Broke the Guinness World Record for creating the largest photo book.

These achievements highlight the diverse talents and accomplishments of Nigerians across different fields and industries.

Each record-breaking accomplishment reflects dedication, skill, and the pursuit of excellence, contributing to Nigeria’s presence on the global stage and inspiring others to pursue their dreams.

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