EKO HOT BLOG reports that in an inspiring gesture of support, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, had sent a message of encouragement to Hilda Bassey Effiong, a renowned Nigerian chef widely known as Hilda Baci prior to her victory lap for the Guinness world records.
Chef Baci embarked on a remarkable feat in an endeavour that broke the Guinness World Record for cooking.
The ambitious venture undertaken by Chef Hilda involves a cook-a-thon aimed at surpassing the current record for the longest duration spent cooking by a human. The prior record is held by Indian chef Lata Tandon, who cooked non-stop for an astounding 87 hours and 45 minutes in 2019.
Undeterred by the challenge, Hilda Baci set the new benchmark by cooking for an impressive 96 hours, surpassing the existing record by an additional nine hours. Her unwavering determination and perseverance have drawn admiration from various quarters, including Peter Obi.
Taking to his official Twitter account on Sunday, the former Governor of Anambra State praised Chef Hilda’s extraordinary commitment and extended his best wishes for her ambitious endeavor. Obi lauded Effiong’s attempt to break the world record, emphasizing that it exemplifies the genuine Nigerian spirit of hard work and resilience.
The Akwa-Ibom-born culinary expert has garnered widespread acclaim for her innovative and delectable dishes, which have delighted numerous food enthusiasts across Nigeria and beyond. Her passion for cooking has driven her to push boundaries and strive for excellence, ultimately leading her to undertake this awe-inspiring challenge.
Breaking the Guinness World Record for cooking was not only a personal triumph for Hilda Baci but also a testament to the indomitable Nigerian spirit.
It would serve as a source of inspiration for aspiring chefs and individuals aspiring to overcome formidable challenges, reminding them that with dedication and perseverance, remarkable achievements are within reach.
Hilda Baci victory on the extraordinary journey to make history, backed by the support and well-wishes from figures like Peter Obi, further underscored the nation’s solidarity and admiration for her remarkable feat.
The nation has joined in congratulating Hilda Baci following the outcome of her courageous pursuit, as she broke the world record and etched her name in culinary history.
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