Peter Obi has congratulated the Nigerian chef, Hilda Effiong Bassey popularly known as Hild Baci, after the Guinness World Records had confirmed her record for the longest cooking time by an individual.
The Nigerian gourmet chef was rewarded today, 13th June. GWR said, “Following a thorough review of all the evidence, Guinness World Records can now confirm that Hilda Effiong Bassey, better known as Hilda Baci, has officially broken the record for the longest cooking marathon (individual), with a time of 93 hours 11 minutes.” The confirmation was made known on the GWR website on Tuesday after the 100-hour cooking feat was set on May 15, 2023.
The former Anambra state governor and Labour Party Presidential candidate has joined other Nigerians to congratulate Hilda Baci. He did this via his Twitter handle, saying, Hilda has carved her name in the golden books of history and has brought great honour to Nigeria.
“Congratulations to you Hilda Baci @hildabacicooks on breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time by an individual. You believed in your vision, you persevered till the end, and you have now carved your name in the golden books of history and have brought great honour to our nation,” Peter Obi wrote.
He went ahead to say that Baci’s victory would be an inspiration to many across the globe, as he said, “You have, by your victory, reminded us that the path through which one attains victory in any endeavour must be excellent. By towing the path of hard work and determination, you broke a world record. Millions of people across the world are now inspired by you.”