22 h. ago Kano durbar cancellation dashed my Guinness Record dream – UK

A United Kingdom-based Nigerian, Lekan Okanlawon, has decried the last-minute cancellation of the Sallah Durbar in Kano, which he said disrupted plans to secure a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of horse riders. Okanlawon, who arrived in Kano with a team of over 160 enthusiasts, including polo players and cultural tourists from various Read More

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3 d. ago Tinubu Congratulates Teenage Artist Kanyeyachukwu Over Guiness World Record Feat

President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian teenage artist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, following his historic feat of creating the largest art canvas in the world, measuring an astonishing 12,303.87 square meters. In a message celebrating the young artist’s Guinness World Record (GWR) achievement, President Tinubu took to his X handle praising Kanyeyachukwu for embodying […]

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3 d. ago Guinness World Record: Bash Ali Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention As Alleged Corruption Stalls Historic Fight

In a heartfelt letter to President Bola Tinubu, renowned Nigerian boxer Bash Ali has expressed his frustration over alleged corruption within the government that has stalled what could be a historic Guinness World Record Boxing Championship fight in Nigeria. This event aims to be the first of its kind on African soil and promises significant […]

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5 d. ago Durbar ban: Sanusi visits gov, avoids traditional horse ride

Amid the ban on Sallah Durbar activities, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Tuesday, abandoned the traditional horse procession and instead travelled in a vehicle convoy to offer Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Kano Government House. The emir also changed his routes from the Emir’s palace to the state Read More

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6 d. ago Amb Patrick Lauds President Tinubu’s Support For Bash Ali Boxing Project

Ambassador Ojo Patrick Idowu (JP) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support toward Bash Ali Guinness World Record boxing event, which is set to take place in July in Abuja, Nigeria. Bash Ali, a champion of the World Boxing Federation (WBF), aspires to become the oldest boxer to win a world championship […]

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8 d. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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1 week ago Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa

From Desmond Mgboh Kano The cancellation of a parallel Durbar initially planned by the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, during the coming Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebrations in Kano, has been dismissed as a charade. A researcher and author,  Ibrahim Ado Kurawa, told newsmen that Bayero could not have staged the Durbar in the […] The post Bayero didn’t cancel Sallah Durbar, he ended his drama –Kurawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kano residents fear unrest as rival emirs plan Sallah Durbar

Kano residents have expressed concerns over the plan by the 15th and 16th Emirs of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, to hold Sallah Durbar, as part of the traditional Sallah festivities. A cross-section of the residents who spoke to The PUNCH on Monday expressed fear that the actions of the Read More

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1 week ago Again, tension in Kano as Sanusi, Bayero plan parallel Sallah durbar

There are strong indications that the hitherto simmering tension in Kano State over the emirship tussle may once get heated as the lingering tussle over the emirship takes a new turn ahead of the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The two contenders to the emirship seat – Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, and Read More

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2 w. ago Cristiano Ronaldo bags Guinness World Record for most international wins

Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has been honoured with a Guinness World Record after achieving 132 international victories, the most by read more Cristiano Ronaldo bags Guinness World Record for most international wins

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2 w. ago Tensions build up as Sanusi, Bayero set to hold Durbar in Kano

Tension is building in Kano state as the ongoing dispute over the emirship takes a new turn. Both rival emirs read more Tensions build up as Sanusi, Bayero set to hold Durbar in Kano

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2 w. ago (PICTORIAL) GWR: Nigerian content creator nears historic seven

26-year-old Nigerian travel content creator, Alma Asinobi, attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest journey across all seven continents in 60 hours has travelled across six continents and is closer to the end of the journey. PUNCH reports that as the youngest and only Black solo record attempt in this category, she Read More

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2 w. ago Kano gov to unveil emirate council in April, orders Sallah Durbar preparation

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has directed all four emirates to commence preparations for the Sallah Durbar Celebration to ensure that citizens and visitors enjoy the festive period. The governor also disclosed that the Kano State Emirate Council will be inaugurated in April this year to enable it to function effectively. This directive was Read More

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3 w. ago Nigerian Designer Kuforiji Oluwaseun Breaks Guinness World Record For Sewing Marathon

Ogun State-born fashion designer, Kuforiji Oluwaseun, has officially entered the Guinness World Records (GWR) for completing the longest sewing marathon, an extraordinary feat of skill, endurance, and dedication to craftsmanship. Kuforiji sewed nonstop for an impressive 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds between January 22 and January 26, 2024, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. His […]

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3 w. ago Nigerian Fashion Designer Sets Guinness World Record For Longest Sewing Marathon

Kuforiji Oluwaseun, a talented Nigerian fashion designer, has been recognized by Guinness World Records for setting the record for the longest sewing marathon He achieved this incredible feat by sewing continuously for 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds. Using only a needle and thread, Kuforiji created 18 outfits, including a full Agbada outfit within […] The post Nigerian Fashion Designer Sets Guinness World Record For Longest Sewing Marathon appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago VIDEO: Fashion designer Kuforiji Oluwaseun sets Guinness World Record for sewing marathon

The Guinness World Records has officially recognised Ogun State-born fashion designer Kuforiji Oluwaseun for setting the world record for the longest sewing marathon. He received his official certificate and plaque on Friday in honour of his achievement. Kuforiji stitched his name into history by sewing nonstop for 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds, from Read More

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4 w. ago (PICTORIAL) Indian teenager with rare condition sets record for hairiest face

An 18-year-old Indian, Lalit Patidar, has made history by securing a Guinness World Record for the hairiest face on a person. In a statement on its website, GWR announced that the Indian teenager, who has a “one-in-a-billion werewolf syndrome,” holds the record for the hairiest face on a male, with 201.72 hairs per square centimetre. Read More

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4 w. ago Content creator attempts journey across seven continents in 70 hours

26-year-old Nigerian travel content creator, Alma Asinobi, is set to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest journey across all seven continents. Scheduled to begin March 15, Alma’s expedition seeks to complete her route in under 70 hours—trimming down the current record of 73 hours set by Sujoy Kumar Mitra and Dr Ali Irani. Read More

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