Key Highlights:
- President Buhari’s Commendation: President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his joy and congratulations to 27-year-old gourmet chef Hilda Bassey Effiong, also known as Hilda Baci, for breaking the world record of the longest hours of cooking. The President recognizes her achievement as a historic moment that places Nigeria in the global spotlight.
- Turning Talent into Success: The President acknowledges Hilda Baci’s exceptional culinary skills and her ability to transform her talent and passion into a successful career. Operating a restaurant in Lagos, she not only contributes to the economy but also trains other aspiring entrepreneurs. President Buhari praises her resilience, perseverance, and consistency in the culinary world.
- Ongoing Cooking Marathon: Hilda Baci began her record-breaking cooking marathon on Thursday, igniting her cooker at 4 pm. As of Monday morning, she surpassed the current world record holder, an Indian chef, who cooked uninterrupted for 87 hours and 45 minutes in 2019. The ongoing event is taking place at Amore Gardens in Lekki, Lagos State, where she has already reached the impressive milestone of four days.
