Tinubu Eyes Guinness World Record… But Not As Chef

November 22, 2023
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While some ambitious Nigerians are bent on returning the glory home after Irish chef based in Japan, Alan Fisher, dethroned chef Hilda Baci for the longest cooking marathon, President Bola Tinubu has stated that he deserves recognition from the Guinness World Records (GWR) due to the economic reforms he has introduced since assuming office on May 29.

Addressing groups of investors at the 10th German-Nigerian Business Forum on Tuesday, the President said he has dealt with “every hurdle and obstacle” in the way of those willing to invest in Nigeria.

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Tinubu recalled his time as a corporate player, adding that his experience from the private sector has equipped him with the tools to tackle the economic challenges buffeting Nigeria.

“If you have fears of various hurdles; just look at me. I come from the private sector, trained by Deloitte. Worked for Exxon Mobil until I became the treasurer of the corporation.

“So, define corporate governance, whichever way, and I am in it. I’m from there. I governed Lagos for eight consecutive years.

“Today, I can proudly beat my chest that Lagos state is on the horizon and the fifth-largest economy in Africa, rising from zero. That is the track record that got me into this office as the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“Nigeria voted for me for reforms and from day one of my inauguration, I started the reform. To me, if you didn’t mention me in the Guinness Book of Records, I’d thrive to find a way to insert myself because I did it without expectation.”

Just last week, A Nigerian lady, Helen Williams set a new record for longest handmade wig, with the Guinness World Records confirming on its X handle that the wig stretches an incredible 351.28 metres (1,152 ft 5 in). She spent 11 days and over N200000 (£2,031; $2,493) making the wig.

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Victor Ezeja

Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with seven years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication.

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