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Nigerian tailor attempts Guinness World Record with 120-hour sewing marathon

A Kano-based tailor, Abdulkadir Basari, has begun a 120-hour non-stop sewing marathon in a bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon by an individual. Basari, the Chief Executive Officer of Basari Apparels and Textiles Nigeria Limited, commenced the five-day challenge on Wednesday, October 7, and is expected to conclude Read More:…

Nigerian tailor attempts Guinness World Record with 120-hour sewing marathon

Nigerian tailor Abdulkadir Basari has commenced a 120-hour non-stop sewing marathon at the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria in Kano, in an effort to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon by an individual. The challenge, called "Sew for the Nation," aims to produce school uniforms for pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds in public schools, while also showcasing creativity, resilience, and vocational skills.

Basari hopes to surpass the current record of 106 hours and 55 minutes set by fellow Nigerian tailor Oluwaseun Kuforiji in January 2025. The attempt is subject to Guinness World Records' verification requirements before any new record can be officially recognised.

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