Guinness World Records has recently weighed in on the cook-a-thon organized by renowned Ekiti chef, Chef Dami, sparking a heated debate among Nigerians. This event comes just weeks after Hilda Baci achieved the world record for the longest continuous cooking session, lasting an impressive 100 hours. Chef Dammy decided to embark on her own quest to break this record, but her unconventional approach has raised eyebrows.
Critics argue that Chef Dami failed to follow the proper procedures to break an already established record. They view her attempt to cook for 120 hours as a mockery of Hilda Baci’s meticulous adherence to the rules and precise timing throughout her record-setting cooking marathon. This has divided Nigerians, with some advocating for support regardless of Chef Dami’s perceived shortcomings, while others consider her efforts a waste of time and selfish, as she seemingly undermines Hilda Baci’s victory even before it is officially recognized by Guinness World Records.
It is worth noting that Chef Dami is not the only one attempting to recreate Hilda Baci’s cooking record. Other individuals have expressed their interest or are currently undertaking similar endeavors. However, following Chef Dami’s completion of her 120-hour cooking marathon, which some Nigerians claim to be a facade, Guinness World Records has made a statement regarding her submission. They revealed that they did not receive any documentation or evidence from the chef, making it impossible for them to verify her supposed cooking marathon.
Chef Dammy DID NOT apply before attempting to break the longest cookathon record – Guinness World Records. pic.twitter.com/4Ag2lVY5qo
— Dami’ Adenuga (@DAMIADENUGA) June 14, 2023
Despite the lack of official recognition from Guinness World Records, certain Nigerian media outlets, such as AiT, have acknowledged Chef Dami’s efforts and hailed them as a “world record-breaking” feat. This discrepancy in viewpoints further fuels the ongoing debate surrounding the legitimacy of her accomplishment.
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